terrified of an eyelash curler...

so i never tried an eyelash curler but i remember one time back then my auntie accidentally took off all her lashes because she used a curler 😳 so that got me alittle traumatized.... but i really do love how the curler gives you a nice curl to ur lashes 😞 how should i use it and try it ???? even tho im scared i might pullout my lashes......😭