10 Best False Eyelashes for 2023

There are many great reasons to make false lashes part of your makeup look. While we’d all love to grow long lashes naturally, most of us won’t be able to achieve the effect of falsies without actual false lashes. 

Fake lashes add an instant touch of glamor and refinement. Depending on the style you choose, they can bring out the best in your natural eye shape or help you fill some gaps in your lash line.  

We’ve put together a list of the best fake eyelashes to help make your eyes pop. From natural-looking falsies that’ll tie your look together to ultra-dramatic ones that’ll turn heads wherever you go, there’s an option here for every style and occasion. Are you ready to bat your lashes? 

Best false eyelashes overview:

• Best overall: Velour Effortless in Final Touch
• Best budget: Ardell Demi Wispies
• Best budget pack: Kiss So Wispy Lash Multipack in Pompadour
• Best natural-looking: Sephora Collection Vegan False Eyelashes in Flirty 
• Best cat-eye: House of Lashes Iconic  
• Best magnetic: Glamnetic in Lucky
• Best accents: LoveSeen in Levi
• Best dramatic: Lilly Lashes Mykonos in 3D Faux Mink 
• Best for multi-day wear: Kiss Falscara Special Edition Starter Kit
• Best individual flares: Sweed Nikki No Lash-Lash

How we chose the best false eyelashes

To compile this list, we researched the best-selling lashes across retailers to create a short list of the top false lashes. Then, we combed through detailed product descriptions, photos, ratings, and reviews (as well as our personal experience) to find the best fake lashes for each category.

Our picks for the best false eyelashes

Velour’s Effortless line features some of the best fake lashes for beginners or anyone who wants an easy-to-apply option. They’re each designed with silky, fine-tipped fibers that look soft and lash-like. 

The great thing about the Effortless line is the three-quarters lash band that saves you the need to trim. This makes for a quicker and more straightforward application. It’s perfect for small and medium eyes, although those with very large eyes may prefer a full-sized strip lash. 

Final Touch is our favorite design in the line. It’s densely packed to create sultry definition and a gradual cat-eye that flatters most eye shapes. These lashes have many glam factors without the risk of being too heavy or overwhelming the eye.

Material: Synthetic | Application method: Lash glue | Type: 3/4 strip

These best-selling lashes are major crowd-pleasers thanks to their affordable price and flattering yet subtle eye-lifting style. They’re ideal “daily-wear” lashes since they’re not too dramatic, with more length than volume.  

The length distribution is gradual, with shorter lashes at the inner corner progressively transitioning to longer ones near the outer corner. Crisscrossing hairs of varying lengths provide a wispy, dynamic effect reminiscent of natural lashes. 

The band is flexible and invisible, which allows for softer makeup looks. However, this means they’re a little more delicate than lashes with a heartier band.

Material: Human hair | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Strip

If you’re a frequent lash-wearer or a makeup artist, it makes sense to buy falsies in bulk. Kiss offers stunning lashes in packs, saving you money in the long run.

Pompadour’s lashes have a voluminous cat-eye design with crisscrossed, splayed-out lash flares to add that fluttery touch. They’re not too soft or dramatic, so they’re great for all occasions. The lash band is clear and fits with both natural and dark eye makeup. 

Kiss offers many of its lash styles in multi-packs, so if this isn’t quite your style, there are other options. The only drawback is that a single pair may not last as long as other pricier lashes.

Material: Human hair | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Strip

Sephora Collection’s Flirty lashes are an attractive choice if your priority is subtle, natural-looking false lashes. They may not have the wow factor of more dramatic styles, but they’re stunning in their own way. 

They’re made with slim-tipped, vegan fibers. The lashes are distributed along the strip with a lot of angle and length variation, which mimics natural lash distribution well. The actual shape is rounded for a subtle doll eye effect that makes the eyes look bright and wide open. 

The band is black but very flexible and lightweight, so you might be able to use it with minimal need for eyeliner. The overall construction is durable and allows for multiple wears.

Material: Synthetic | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Strip

These unique cat-eye lashes are aptly named thanks to their memorable, spiky style. They’re not subtle, but they’re also not overwhelming. 

The crisscrossing spikes of lashes leave a lot of negative space, which is wonderful for opening up the eye and letting eyeshadow shine through the cat-eye length. 

The band is on the thick side, so take your time curving it to make it more flexible. It makes for a tougher application but means that the strip is quite durable and can hold up to 15 wears.

Material: Synthetic | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Strip

Using magnetic lashes can be an excellent alternative if you struggle with lash glue. You just swipe on some magnetic liner, and magnets along the lash band will easily latch onto your lash line. 

Glamnetic is the winner in this category, thanks to its gorgeous range of styles and long-wearing and powerful magnetic liner. For this list, we went with Lucky — a fluffy, cat-eye style design that’s elongating and sultry but not too over-the-top.  

Getting the lashes off is as easy as a little pull, but the liner itself is ultra-waterproof, so break out your strongest oil-based makeup remover. Note that the eyeliner is sold separately, so purchasing both the lashes and liner won’t be cheap.

Material: Synthetic | Application method: Magnetic eyeliner | Type: Strip

If all you want is a bit of added definition, LoveSeen’s Levi demi-lashes are the perfect accent. You just pop them on the outer corner of your lash line for an instant lift. 

They’re perfect for daily wear, especially if the rest of your lash line is already quite full. They’re surprisingly durable for such delicate-looking lashes. With proper care, you’ll be able to reuse them up to 10 times. 

Just note that some reviewers mentioned the darker band doesn’t always blend seamlessly into the lash line.

Material: Synthetic nylon | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Demi-lash

So far, most of the lashes on our list have little chance of being mistaken for natural (if incredibly long and dense) lashes. We can’t say the same about this pair from Lilly Lashes. 

Mykonos is a dense, fluffy style with stacked layers of faux mink fibers. The lashes are slightly staggered and longest over the center of the eye for that “anime eyes” effect. You may find them too heavy if you don’t wear lashes often, and they may overwhelm or shadow smaller eyes. 

The black lash band is made of cotton, which offers some flexibility for easier application. Even so, they’re pretty durable, so expect to be able to wear them up to 20 times.

Material: Synthetic mink | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Strip

These may seem like cluster lashes, but they’re actually DIY extensions. These Falscara fake lashes from Kiss are designed to be applied from below your lashes rather than above, and they can be worn for up to 10 days in a row. They’re a little tricky to apply initially, but they’re worth the effort. 

This set includes everything you need to get started, including a bonder, sealer, and an “overnighter” sealer. 

The flares have a wispy design, so they’re perfect for that popular fluttery look. They also come in four sizes, allowing you to customize your lash map as you wish and even change it up depending on the occasion. 

Material: Synthetic | Application method: Bonding agent | Type: Clusters

Every dedicated lash lover should try individual flares at least once, and this set from Sweed is one of the best. This kit features small, crisscrossing lash clusters in four lengths, with a wispy, natural-looking fiber distribution. 

Applying them one by one is painstaking, but the result can be anything you want, from ultra-natural to uniquely dramatic. You can use a few smaller clusters to fill in thin spots in your lash line or use several to create a multi-layered doll or cat-eye look. 

Note that individual flares are often more delicate than strip lashes, especially when you pull them out of the package.

Material: Synthetic | Application method: Lash glue | Type: Individual flares

Glam it your way 

False lashes are a ton of fun. They’re one of the most transformative makeup items, and each pair of lashes can change your look in its own way. That said, they’re also a little challenging to apply, so expect a learning curve when using most products.

But that’s why our top overall pick comes from Velour — the Effortless lash has a gorgeous, fluttery style that looks good on everyone, and its three-quarter band makes it easier to apply and fit over the lash line. 

How to pick the right false eyelashes for you

There are many types of false lashes, with different strips, styles, and application methods. Take the following factors into account when deciding which will fit your taste. 

Type

• Strip lashes. They’re the most common and easiest to apply yet have the most dramatic effects since they span the entire length of the lash line. Full-sized strips often need to be trimmed to fit the lash line, although three-quarter sizes exist in some brands. 
• Demi-lashes. Like our pick from Loveseen, these are half or one-third the length of a regular strip lash. They’re ideal for enhancing the outer corner or half of the eye.   
• Individual flares. Sometimes referred to as “individuals” or “clusters,” these little bundles of lashes are ideal for customizing the look of your lash line. They can be applied all across the lash line or just as accents in the outer corners. Although these smaller flares can take longer to apply, they’re incredibly versatile. 

Application method

• Latex-free adhesive. These usually come in a tube with a brush, so it’s easy to brush over the lash band or directly on the eyelid. It’s safe for those with latex allergies and offers excellent retention. 
• Latex adhesive. Latex adhesive is a little harder to use since it comes in a squeeze tube and can be pretty thick, but it dries quickly and offers excellent longevity. 
• Magnetic liner. Magnetic lashes with liner are effortless to use since the liner pulls the lash band toward the lash line. If you can apply liquid liner, you can apply a liquid liner adhesive. On the downside, using these forces you into a very bold liquid liner look. 
• Magnetic lashes with anchors. We didn’t include any of these “sandwich” style magnetic lashes on our list. They’re cumbersome and difficult to apply, so we recommend skipping them altogether. 
• Bonder. Bonder is similar to professional lash extension adhesives. It offers multi-day wear, but learning to use this type of glue takes practice. 

Shape

• Cat-eye. This shape, with longer fibers near the outer corner of the eye, has a lifting and elongating effect. This style emphasizes almond eyes while downplaying and balancing round eyes, so it suits all eye shapes. 
• Round lashes. This is a style where the fibers are the longest near the center of the eye. This creates the illusion that the eyes are wider. 
• Wispy. Nowadays, as lash designs have become more complex, the way the individual fibers crisscross and flare out also impacts the overall look. 
• Uniform length. Uniform-looking styles are less popular compared to wispy or crisscrossing which make clever use of negative space. 

Weight

• Light. Consider starting with wispier, lighter lashes like Ardell Demi Wispies or Sephora Collection. They look more natural, with lower lash density, so they’re less likely to weigh the eye down. 
• Medium. Lashes like Kiss Pompadour and House of Lashes Iconic offer a slightly more dramatic look while still being comfortable for most users. 
• Heavy. Lashes like Lilly Lashes Mykonos look beautiful and dramatic thanks to the intense density of lashes, but they may not be comfortable if you’re new to falsies. Magnetic lashes also tend to be heavy.  

Lash band 

• Clear. These lash bands are lightweight, give a very natural look, and their flexibility makes them easy to apply. However, they’re often more delicate than thicker, black bands. 
• Black. These have a more noticeable style. They’re usually a more durable option that’s common for dramatic strip lashes. That said, you’ll likely need to blend them into your lash line with black eyeliner. 
• Magnetic. Magnetic lash bands are almost always thick and black and tend to be the heaviest because of the magnets attached. 

FAQs

What are the easiest fake eyelashes to put on? 

In general, using a magnetic lash like Glamnetic is easiest since the magnetized liner actively pulls the strip towards it for simple placement. Regarding traditional strip lashes, the Effortless lashes from Velour are the easiest to apply, thanks to their flexible, no-trim band. 

What fake eyelashes look the most natural?

Individual flare lashes like the Nikki No-No Lash from Sweed tend to look the most natural since they’re small and customizable. You can easily add a few clusters to your lash line for a slight enhancement. When it comes to strip lashes, our pick from Sephora Collection has the most natural-looking design. 

Are magnetic lashes better than lashes you glue on?

Each type of false eyelashes has its pros and cons. Magnetic lashes are a great option if you like the look of liquid eyeliner and prefer an easier application. Traditional strip-lashes that you glue on have a steeper learning curve, but they feel lighter on the lash line and are more versatile for matching the rest of your makeup look.