Two words: high maintenance. “It is way too much work to wear fake lashes all the time,” says Nemes. And during the day, they look just like they’re described — fake. After all, you don’t need all that glam during the day (unless you’re a reality show star), so it can look like you’re trying to hide who you really are.

However, it’s a totally different story when you’re going out at night. In that case, they scream “fun and flirty,” says Mason. You’re not afraid to live it up in the middle of the dance floor or make the first move when it comes to dating. Just be careful about your fake eyelash application. The trick is to put them on so they don’t look like falsies. As long as you master that, it shows you know how to be subtly seductive. See this guide to fake lashes for tips.