Lash professionals know how important lash extension adhesives are. If you work at or operate a lash salon, spa, or studio, you likely have a collection of adhesives you rely on. You’re not the only one who does, though! Your clients rely on them to keep their semi-permanent eyelash extensions in place and looking fantastic every day.
As you well know, not all lash adhesives are created equal. Many formulas on the market contain ingredients that could irritate certain clients’ skin or eyes, while others are designed solely for specific application systems or environments.
Thankfully, there’s a glue for eyelashes for nearly every need, from hypoallergenic lash glue to glue for UV lash extensions applications to glue specialized for high or low humidity environments. Leading designer lash extension brands take steps to formulate some lash adhesives exclusively with the highest quality medical grade and, in some cases, hypoallergenic ingredients. Impress your clients by selecting the best glue for each one’s sensitivities and lifestyles, your local and salon environments, and the desired effects you seek.
Why should your lash salon, spa, or studio stock more than one type of glue for eyelashes, and what are some advantages of various kinds?
Opens Your Doors to More Clients
Who wouldn’t want to bring in new business? Stocking more than one glue for eyelashes can open your doors to new clients. If you’ve always used traditional lash extension glue that isn’t recommended for people with sensitivities, there’s never a bad time to add hypoallergenic glue for eyelashes to your supplies and backbar. This opens up your services to many new clients who may otherwise have sensitivities to traditional lash extension adhesives.
Now that your lash salon, spa, or studio uses these kinds of lash extension supplies, it’s time to spread the word. Start simple by sharing with current clients that you’ve expanded your offerings. If they have friends who have been envious of their fuller, darker, more voluminous lifted lashes but needed hypoallergenic glue for extensions, your clients can now bring those friends to lash appointments!
Different environments also call for different adhesives. While most lash glues work well in temperate environments, extremely dry or humid environments may call for specialty adhesives optimized to handle them. Look for these adhesives if you live in dryer locales like the Southwest or more humid locations in the Southeast.
Post about the new adhesives you’re using on your socials (and show off client results with permission). You’ll garner the attention of prospective clients who may avoid eyelash extensions because they’re concerned about their sensitivities or have had undesirable experiences with lash adhesives unsuited for their low or high humidity environments.
Lash Adhesives for Specific Application Systems Offer Unique Properties
Suppose your lash salon, spa, or studio employs a UV lash extensions application system that uses a low intensity UV LED light to cure adhesive when attaching extensions to natural lashes. In that case, you’ll need a proprietary adhesive that works exclusively with that system. Why? Because not all UV application systems are created equal, and you want to ensure the UV adhesive is calibrated to work perfectly with the UV LED light you’re using. Without these two products working in unison, it’s unlikely you’ll see the positive benefits of using a UV eyelash extensions application system.
The three most significant benefits of using a UV lash extensions application system are:
- Up to 50% shorter appointment times
- Up to six weeks’ lash extension retention
- Up to triple the clientele
All this can lead to an increase in profits!
From beginner to advanced lash tech, you’ll also find the system easier to use compared to traditional lash extension systems because the glue does not cure until you “flash” the light to do so. This means you can take your time when placing lash extensions or fans on your client’s natural lashes, allowing you to place each perfectly.
While that sounds like it may increase application times, it does the opposite since you don’t have to fix any poorly applied extensions or fans. The application you complete is also much cleaner looking, and since each attachment is cured instantly on command, you’re much less likely to experience any sticking when reviewing your work. These features make it nearly effortless to deliver flawless custom designed lash looks to your clients.
Use the extra time you can gain to increase your clientele and profits, or give yourself a break and take more free time to travel, spend time with the family, or enjoy your hobbies.
Traditional Glue for Eyelashes Should Always Deliver an Effective Hold
You choose lash adhesives based on your clients, environment, and desired results. You want a glue that gives your semi-permanent eyelash extensions a powerful hold, reliable flex, and a look that lasts. You want that as a lash professional, and your clients definitely want that. In other words, you don’t want any compromises.
The lash glue you choose should provide a strong hold that can last through temperature and humidity fluctuations and even intense activities that cause friction, such as swimming. The best lash glue for eyelashes will be up to the task if you have clients who live active lifestyles: Hot yoga in the morning, work during the day, and a run or a swim in the evening, for example.
The right glue will also hold up for side and stomach sleepers who’ll likely introduce lots of friction on their lash extensions as they rub their closed eyes on their pillows while sleeping.
Using a glue with an effective hold will ultimately translate to your clients having more complete lash looks that last longer, as their lash extensions are less likely to shed. This is critical for client satisfaction and your beautiful lash designs to last longer between fill appointments!
Hypoallergenic Lash Glues Provide Benefits for Any Client
Hypoallergenic lash glue benefits everyone, not just those with allergies or sensitivities. While being hypoallergenic is huge, two of the biggest benefits of this type of glue for eyelashes are its low odor and low fumes. These benefit you and your clients, as some adhesives can smell! You work daily in your salon, and aromatherapy can only go so far. Why not treat yourself and your clients to a better smelling environment and overall lashing experience?
Some of your clients may show subtle signs and symptoms of allergic reactions to non-hypoallergenic adhesives or adhesives not specialized to offer low odor and fumes. These signs and symptoms include, but aren’t limited to, watery or itchy eyes and redness along the lash line. Clients experiencing these would benefit from your switch to a hypoallergenic or low odor and low fume lash extension adhesive.
You can use the same lash application techniques with hypoallergenic glue for eyelashes as you would other traditional lash adhesives. That said, always read the manufacturer’s instructions and follow proper storage and handling guidelines to ensure the efficacy and longevity you desire for your lash glue.
As you get ready to order new lash extension supplies for your lash salon, spa, or studio, put hypoallergenic lash glue, a new UV eyelash extensions application system with corresponding light-activated low odor and fume glue, and specialty adhesives for high or low humidity at the top of your list for your backbar. You’ll have a variety of adhesives you and your clients can rely on for any situation that cure rapidly and can give your clients the most pleasant lash application experiences with gorgeous lash looks that last!
About Xtreme Lashes®
Who knew semi-permanent eyelash extensions could be so phenomenal? Xtreme Lashes® co-founder and CEO Jo Mousselli, a Registered Nurse, did. This is why Xtreme Lashes uses an innovative approach to lash extensions, application systems, and aftercare. Every Xtreme Lashes product starts with their dedicated team of pharmacology and toxicology experts working alongside professional Xtreme Lashes Lash Stylists. Their team develops state-of-the-art lash extension supplies, including rapid-curing hypoallergenic lash glue and a unique UV eyelash extensions application system. All application techniques are developed with their stylists to ensure they’re effective and easy to learn. To start or advance your career, you can invest in an Xtreme Lashes eyelash extensions training for beginner or advanced stylists by selecting the perfect Lash Extension Career Builder Package. Since 2005, Xtreme Lashes has set the standard for high-quality, long-lasting lash extensions, lash extension compatible cosmetic and treatment products, application products, application techniques, and training. Join them to start or continue your professional lash extension career today.
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