How to Choose Your Perfect Lash Adhesive
How to Choose Your Perfect Lash Adhesive
Selecting the right adhesive is crucial for successful applications. The choice depends on two basic parameters:
- Your experience and lashing speed
- Your room humidity (the higher the humidity, the faster it dries)
⚠️ Important: Don't let the adhesive dry faster than you work. Monitor your room's humidity and choose your adhesive based on these two parameters to find the correct drying speed for you.
Adhesive Comparison Table by Experience Level
| Adhesive | Drying Time | Level | Color | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glue Black | 2-3 sec | 🟢 Beginner | Black | 6-7 weeks |
| Elite Glue | 1-2 sec | 🟡 Intermediate | Black | 8 weeks |
| Volume Glue | 0.5-1 sec | 🔴 Expert | Black | 8 weeks |
| Volume One | 0.5 sec | 🔴 Expert | Clear | 8 weeks |
| Master Bond | 0.5 sec | 🔴 Expert | Clear | 8 weeks |
| Volume 3 | 0.3 sec | ⚫ Advanced Expert | Black | 8 weeks |
Adhesives by Experience Level
🟢 BEGINNER LEVEL
1. Glue Black
✓ Best for: Beginners and Classic Technique
⏱ Drying Time: 2-3 seconds
💧 Viscosity: High
🎨 Color: Black
📅 Retention: 6-7 weeks
💨 Ideal Humidity: 45%-70%
Why is it perfect for beginners?
Its slower drying time allows you to reposition and correct the extension if it's applied crooked. It gives you a buffer to fix placement before the adhesive sets completely.
🟡 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
2. Elite Glue
✓ Best for: Advanced Classic Technique and Russian Volume
⏱ Drying Time: 1-2 seconds
💧 Viscosity: Medium-low
🎨 Color: Black
📅 Retention: 6-8 weeks
💨 Ideal Humidity: 45%-60%
When to use Elite Glue?
When you have gained experience and your application speed has improved. Perfect for making the leap from beginner to intermediate level.
🔴 EXPERT LEVEL - Fast Application
3. Volume Glue
✓ Best for: Russian Volume and Advanced Classic Technique
⏱ Drying Time: 0.5-1 second
💧 Viscosity: Low
🎨 Color: Black
📅 Retention: 8 weeks
💨 Ideal Humidity: 45%-60%
4. Volume One
✓ Best for: Volume Technique
⏱ Drying Time: 0.5 seconds
💧 Viscosity: Low
🎨 Color: Clear
📅 Retention: 8 weeks
💨 Ideal Humidity: 45%-70%
5. Master Bond - The Most Advanced
✓ Best for: Volume Technique
⏱ Drying Time: 0.5 seconds
💧 Viscosity: Low
🎨 Color: Clear
📅 Retention: 8+ weeks
💨 Ideal Humidity: 30%-70% (wider range)
Special Benefits of Master Bond:
- ✓ Low fumes
- ✓ Reduced risk of allergies
- ✓ Works in both high and low humidity
- ✓ Wider temperature and humidity working range
⚫ ADVANCED EXPERT LEVEL - Ultra Fast Application
6. Volume 3
✓ Best for: Volume and Advanced Classic Technique
⏱ Drying Time: 0.3 seconds (the fastest)
💧 Viscosity: Low
🎨 Color: Black
📅 Retention: 8 weeks
💨 Ideal Humidity: 45%-60%
⚠️ Only for experts who lash VERY fast
This is the fastest adhesive in our line. Requires maximum precision and speed in application.
Clear vs. Black Adhesives
🖤 Black Adhesives
Products: Glue Black, Elite Glue, Volume Glue, Volume 3
✓ Benefits:
- Natural eyeliner effect
- Conceals small gaps between extensions
- More dramatic and defined look
- Ideal for intense/dark sets
💎 Clear Adhesives
Products: Volume One, Master Bond
✓ Benefits:
- More natural and discreet look
- Ideal for clients with light or blonde lashes
- Mistakes are less visible
- Perfect for natural looks
- Fewer fumes (especially Master Bond)
Effect of Humidity on Drying Time
📊 Basic Rule: The higher the humidity, the faster the adhesive dries.
| Humidity | Effect | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Low (<45%) | Adhesive dries slower | Use Booster to accelerate drying or choose a faster glue. |
| Ideal (45%-70%) | Adhesive works according to specs | Optimal working conditions |
| High (>70%) | Adhesive dries faster | Choose a slower adhesive or adjust your application speed. |
💡 Tip: Invest in a hygrometer to measure your studio's humidity and adjust your adhesive choice based on daily conditions.
Adhesive Care and Storage
📦 Correct Storage
- Temperature: Between 13°C - 24°C
- Location: Cool, dark place (away from sunlight)
- Packaging: Inside its original pouch with the silica gel pack
- Hot Climates: Store in a cosmetic mini-fridge at 13°C
- ⚠️ Important: If refrigerated, remove 30 minutes before use to allow it to reach room temperature.
🎯 Correct Usage
- First Use: Shake for 3 minutes before dispensing the drop.
- Subsequent Uses: Shake for 30 seconds - 1 minute.
- When uncapping: Cover the nozzle with a lint-free wipe and shake.
- Cleaning: Wipe the nozzle clean before closing.
- Air Conditioning: Avoid direct airflow onto the adhesive.
- Refreshing the drop: Replace the drop as soon as it becomes viscous.
⏰ Shelf Life
- Unopened: 4 months
- Once Opened: 2 months
Ideal Room Parameters
| Parameter | Ideal Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 19°C - 24°C | Keep consistent during service |
| Humidity | 45% - 70% | Varies by adhesive (Master Bond: 30%-70%) |
| Ventilation | Moderate | Avoid direct drafts on the adhesive |
| Lighting | Good natural or LED light | For precision in application |
Summary: Which Adhesive to Choose?
🟢 You are a beginner or currently learning:
→ Glue Black (2-3 seconds)
🟡 You have intermediate experience:
→ Elite Glue (1-2 seconds)
🔴 You are an expert and lash fast:
→ Volume Glue, Volume One or Master Bond (0.5-1 second)
⚫ You are an advanced expert and lash VERY fast:
→ Volume 3 (0.3 seconds)
💎 You prefer a natural finish or work on clients with light/blonde lashes:
→ Volume One or Master Bond (Clear)
🖤 You prefer a dramatic finish with eyeliner effect:
→ Any Black adhesive
🌡️ You work in an environment with fluctuating humidity:
→ Master Bond (works between 30%-70% humidity)
📞 Need help choosing? Contact us, and we will advise you based on your skill level and working conditions.
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