Any time you visit the London Lash website you will find a wide range of Lash Glues, why? For the simple reason that finding the best eyelash glue for you is a task which is different for every single Lash Tech out there. A wider range of lash adhesives means that you're more likely to find the one that works best for you, your lash salon conditions and for the skill level you're currently at!
Choosing the best eyelash extension glue for you as an individual Lash Tech comes down to so many different factors, so while a fellow lash colleague may recommend you the eyelash glue that changed their lash application process for the better, we can’t always guarantee that it will be the best lash glue for you.
And here's why... You will at least need to check your:
1. Humidity levels in your lash salon, studio or beauty room.
2. The temperature of the environment you're working in.
3. Placement speed. (this is how long it takes you to place eyelash extensions on the natural lashes after you’ve dipped them into the lash glue)
Why do you need to check these things? In short, they will help you pick the best eyelash glue for you from the range London Lash offers. Each eyelash glue has the same job, but they have a very different set of preferences which is what can make it so tricky to pick one. It's always handy to check out our Glue Chart for all the information you may need.
Every workspace has different levels of humidity, to check this accurately, you’ll need a Hygrometer in your lash salon close to your workstation. High humidity will cause a lash glue to dry faster than the time advertised on the bottle, especially if the glue does not work best in high humidity conditions. If a glue dries faster than advertised, it will most likely cause retention issues for your client's lashes as it will be drying before you can apply the extension on the natural lashes, resulting in a weak bond between the lash extensions and the natural lashes.
If your humidity is Low, but your lash glue works best in higher humidity, you’ll have a very different issue - the lash glue will dry much slower, so you’ll find that you have to hold the eyelash extension in place for longer to wait for it to dry. You may also see lashes that lean to the side after you’ve placed it, messing up the fullness and the top line of the lash set. Another problem caused by your glue drying slowly is that it can irritate you and your clients with the prolonged exposure to lash glue fumes! There will also be a higher number of stickies in the lash set, so not only will you be slowed down by your lash glue, but you’ll have to spend more time at the end of your lash treatments separating those stickies too.
Both high and low temperatures can cause your lash glue to thicken up, so be mindful of this if your eyelash glue looks and performs different to normal. If you'd like to know more about how to store your lash glue correctly, then you can check out our blog post here for tips on how to get the best out of your eyelash extension glue.
You may find that through your Lash Tech career you will likely become faster at placing and applying your freshly dipped lash extensions - it’s why those who have been doing lashes for many years are using a faster drying lash glues like Royal Bond with a 0.5-1 second drying time. These Lash Techs may not necessarily use a glue like Satin Bond which has a 2 second drying time.
Timing your application steps, from dipping into the glue to placing on the lashes will be a big help for you in determining which lash glue would be best for you. If you ask any Lash Tech which eyelash glue you should use and say ‘I need a fast glue’ - that doesn’t mean much because it’s all relative - fast may mean 1 second to you, but fast to a colleague who does lashes more often and for longer will think 1 second is too slow.
Still unsure? Or maybe you're stuck between two glues and can’t choose between them? Then opt for a Sample Glue Bottle instead, that way you can try them out with less commitment than with a full-sized bottle. If your lash glue is still giving you trouble and left you in a sticky situation, then you should check out our Ebook: The Ultimate Guide to Eyelash Extension Glues.
