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how to choose the right lash extension glue

Jul 15, 2024

Do you know how to choose the right lash extension glue? 

Today we are going to share with you the knowledge of how to choose eyelash extension adhesive/glue.

First of all, we want to tell you an objective fact that no lash glue is suitable for everyone.
In the process of choosing the glue that suits them, eyelash artists must consider their own grafting environment and their own operation needs.
▲Three questions that lash artists must confirm in the process of choosing glue.
1. What is the humidity and temperature of the grafting environment?
2. How long does the eyelash artist work?
3. Are your customers sensitive people?

▲1. What is the humidity and temperature of the grafting environment?
Eyelash glue is highly dependent on moisture, so humidity is a very important indicator when choosing glue. The recommended humidity for the eyelash extension environment we recommend is 45-60%.
All eyelash glues contain cyanoacrylate, which is the main ingredient of the glue. This ingredient affects the drying speed of the eyelash glue and allows the grafted eyelashes to last for several weeks. Cyanoacrylate relies on moisture in the air to cure.

★Effect of high humidity on glue
If the indoor humidity is higher than the recommended value (for example, the indoor humidity is about 60%), the cyanoacrylate in the glue will be "overactivated" by the moisture in the air, causing the glue to cure faster.
The faster the glue dries, the faster it cures. If the lash extension grafting work is not done in time, false adhesion will occur, causing the eyelashes to fall off prematurely.
In high humidity, any glue dries 1-2 times faster than its marked drying speed. If the humidity of the grafting environment is very high, the eyelash artist should choose a slow-drying glue.

★Effects of low humidity on glue
In contrast to high humidity, humidity in the air below the recommended value will slow down the curing process. If the indoor humidity is lower than the ideal level (less than 45% humidity), the cyanoacrylate in the glue will not have enough moisture to cure.
This can cause some frustrating problems, such as glue not sticking, slipping, etc., which slows down the grafting process. Slower drying can also lead to increased irritation due to prolonged exposure, and severe allergic reactions.
If the humidity of the grafting environment is too low, use a glue that dries faster

★Effect of Temperature on Glue
Temperature has a smaller effect on glue than humidity, but it can also affect the viscosity of glue in extremely hot or cold climates. Temperature primarily affects the viscosity of glue.
When the temperature drops, the glue becomes thicker than usual and therefore dries more slowly. Conversely, when the temperature rises, the glue becomes thinner (more watery) and dries faster.

▲2. How long does it take for an eyelash artist to graft? (How fast is the hand speed)
Of course, beginners will not be as efficient as professionals. Therefore, choose a glue that suits you and enables you to correct the position of the eyelashes.

If you are new lash artist, we recommend you choose a slower dry time lashextension glue, like 2-3s, and this one is very good for those people who are allergic to lash glue,check this one link pls:https://www.jonseeylash.com/eyelash-supplies/lash-adhesive-for-sensitive-eyes.html

if you are skilled eyelash artis, you can choose faster dry glue: https://www.jonseeylash.com/eyelash-supplies/0-5s-waterproof-eyelash-glue-for-swimming.html

 

So, there is no best glue in market, only choose the one suitable for you and your clients.feel free to contact us if you need any other items or have any questions: https://www.jonseeylash.com/contact-us