How To Choose The Right Eyelash Extension Glue

What is the best lash extension glue for beginners? What glue do lash techs use? Nowadays, we want an eyelash extension adhesive suitable for all types of clients. However, no single lash adhesive can meet all client's needs.

Given the significant number of eyelash glues available today, it might be challenging to choose the right one, especially if you are new to the lash game. The trial and error process might be costly when trying out different lash extension adhesives.

This blog gives you some tips and factors you need to know when searching for the right and best lash glue for extensions.

How to choose the right eyelash extension glue?

 

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Choosing the appropriate eyelash extension glue for the lash artist is pretty important to your success! There are so many different products available on the market, but which glue will help you and your lash clients get the perfect set of lashes every time?

 

TIP #1 KEEP A SENSITIVE GLUE ON HAND AT ALL TIMES

Your client's health is of the utmost importance to you. It's unavoidable to have a client who is extremely sensitive to fumes and has an allergic reaction to a lash glue.  A latex-free adhesive is recommended to avoid irritation.

 

The best lash extension glue for clients with sensitive eyes:

Ultra Crystal Clear Bond

This eyelash adhesive provides flexibility, long-lasting retention, and a clear base onto the lashes. It does not have the carbon black present in most black lash adhesives, making it an excellent alternative for sensitive clients. When you use this clear lash adhesive, the lashes will never fall off before they are ready to shed! Great to use for oily clients since it is oil resistant or if you struggle a lot with retention.

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TIP #2 CHOOSE A LASH GLUE THAT IS APPROPRIATE FOR YOUR SPEED

The appropriate drying speed of the eyelash glue is proportional to the speed with which your hands move. If you're new to the lash application, choose a lash glue that gives you the flexibility to quickly get the lash in place.

 

TIP: If you are too slow, the quick-drying glue will dry before you can attach the extensions to the lashes. On the other hand, the eyelashes will stick together if the adhesive dries too slowly. Choose a glue that takes longer to dry. You can choose a faster drying time if you've mastered the technique.

 

Eyelash Extension Glue Recommendation For You:

 

For beginner lash artists

Elite High Humidity Adhesive

This lash adhesive has a flexible component to increase the bond strength, very smooth and easy to use. The drying time is 2 sec. Your clients will feel like they are getting the best lashes when their retention lasts 6 – 7 weeks when you use this adhesive. Elite is one of our best adhesives for high Humidity. A great choice if you need a slower drying lash adhesive.

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For intermediate lash artists

Velour Lash Adhesive

This eyelash glue is specially formulated for easy application and provides a super strong hold for maximum retention of eyelash extensions. The drying time is 0.5 sec. Great to use for oily clients and those with an active lifestyle since this lash adhesive is oil resistant or if you struggle with retention.

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TIP #3 YOU NEED TO KNOW THE IMPORTANCE OF HUMIDITY AND TEMPERATURE

It is critical to pay attention to the importance of your lash studio, as these factors directly impact the glue's performance. The active ingredient in all adhesives that hold the extensions together is cyanoacrylate. Moisture, particularly Humidity, activates cyanoacrylate and causes it to cure for adhesion.

If your lash studio has higher Humidity, the lash adhesive will cure and dry faster than usual. It could lead to dried glue on the droplet, improper placement, and poor retention.

If the Humidity in the room is lower than the recommended level, the glue will not be able to start curing. Because of the prolonged exposure to cyanoacrylate, this usually results in sticky lashes and an allergic reaction.

 

To keep the viscosity of the adhesive, keep an eye on the Humidity and temperature in your lash studio. Use your eyelash glues by their Humidity and temperature, and make sure they're stored properly.

We recommend using a hygrometer with easy-to-read temperature and humidity information that you can keep near you at your lash studio. 

Once you have it, please switch it on and leave it for about an hour to do its thing. Return after an hour to note the current humidity level. Do this three times a day for two days, in the morning, lunch, and night.

Add the six percentages together in a calculator, then divide by two for the days. The result is the average relative Humidity in your area (ARH). If your ARH is less than 30, we recommend investing in a humidifier. A dehumidifier will be your best bet if your ARH is over 80. While lashing, you want to go for a humidity level between 45 and 55 percent.

 

Eyelash Extension Glue Recommendation For You:

For low humidity

Optite Low Humidity Adhesive

This adhesive has been specifically formulated to work in low humidity environments, an absolute PRO in low humidities. It has an extra light formula for sensitive clients, reducing the potential effects on allergic clients. The low humidity adhesive is perfect for the lash artist who is already really quick at lashing since this glue will dry quickly in 0.5 seconds. 

Low humidity eyelash extension glue

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For high humidity

Elite High Humidity Adhesive

Everyone loves a perfect fan. With Thousandlashes high humidity adhesive, it will never be easier to achieve those beautiful fans with no closing. Elite is a lash artist's favorite and an absolute PRO adhesive in high humidities. The viscosity in this adhesive makes it so that there's no wicking up the fan. Wicking closes, fans. We like open fans.

High humidity lash extension glue

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For a wide range of humidity

Velour Lash Adhesive

Drying time is just right and it just grabs to the natural lashes and fans don’t close. It is incredibly flexible and adjusts fabulously to most temperatures and humidities. On top of all these benefits, this lash glue is oil resistant. The best lash glue for retention!

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TIP #4 USE A LASH ADHESIVE VAULT

It doesn't matter whatsoever sort of lash glue you use. If you store it poorly, it won't work! It used to be common to keep your lash glue in the refrigerator. However, with today's adhesives, storing it in the fridge may compromise it.

When the adhesive is opened, moisture might enter the bottle, causing condensation due to the variable temperature in the fridge. Moisture plays a crucial role in curing the adhesive. Therefore if moisture becomes trapped in the container, it can start to cure inside the container, resulting in a thick, stringy glue that won't work.

 

We recommend putting your glue in a lash adhesive vault, an airtight container, to ensure proper storage.

Lash glue storage container

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TIP #5 CHECK YOUR ISOLATION SKILLS

The lashes will stick together no matter what adhesive you use if your isolation is not on point. While you are isolating the natural lash, whether you are using a single hand or a double hand, it is truly isolated and that no tiny lashes are trying to get in.

Before moving on to the next lash, make sure the lash adhesive has dried after applying the previous one.

You can check this by counting to two after placing the extension and then gently tugging on it. If the extension moves, apply less glue; if it pops off when pulled, add a little more glue or double-check that the extension's base is contacting the natural lash base and isn't lifting.

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CHOOSING THE BEST LASH GLUE 

So, the next time you're wondering, "What's the best lash glue for extensions?" remember this. Assess your lash studio or working area and your lash skill level to choose which adhesive will work best for you. 

Only you can decide which factors are important to you at the end of the day. Perhaps you prefer a thinner, silkier adhesive to one with a higher viscosity, or you like to have a bond with a few more seconds to correct your work even though you could work faster.

For this reason, we offer a variety of lash adhesives to select. Each has its distinct characteristics to complement your personal needs. Go ahead and look through our website to get the best eyelash glue.

 

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The best adhesive is the one that best suits your client's needs and your ability to properly put the lashes. That is why, at Thousandlashes, we have a wide range of options to suit any situation.

Check out below our best-selling lash adhesives to learn more about each we have to offer and to make the best decision for you!

Best professional eyelash extension glue

Velour Lash AdhesiveUltra Crystal Clear BondUltra Crystal BondElite High Humidity Adhesive and Optite Low Humidity Adhesive used here. To shop, please click here.



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