Okay, brace yourself. Human hair is also a thing. Yes, actual donated human hair is used in some lash brands. It sounds creepy, but apparently it gives a very natural look because, well, it’s literally human hair. It’s also super flexible and light.
But here’s the kicker: human hair lashes don’t hold a curl well. So unless you want lashes that droop after an hour, you’re better off with mink or synthetic. Also, there’s the ick factor—I don’t know about you, but I’d rather not wear someone else’s scalp fluff near my eyeballs. No judgment if you disagree, though.
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And then there’s faux mink. This is basically a synthetic fiber designed to mimic real mink. It’s usually made from a blend of polyester and modacrylic. Faux mink is softer than regular synthetic, but not as soft as the real deal. It’s the vegan’s dream: you get the look, not the guilt.
