How to remove eyelash extensions

How to Remove Eyelash Glue the Right Way!

As professionals in the field of lash application, we understand the significance of proper eyelash extension removal. The adhesive employed to attach lash extensions performs admirably, but it also poses challenges when it comes to detaching it without causing damage to our natural lashes. 

There is a wide array of serums and growth treatments available that are specifically designed to elongate, thicken, and enhance the volume of your natural eyelashes. This emphasizes the importance of properly caring for and preserving your lashes. When a customer chooses to use either temporary or long-lasting false eyelashes, we need to educate them about the necessary maintenance, which includes removing them.

 Eyelash artist is helping the client to remove the eyelashes

What type of adhesive is used for applying fake eyelashes?

When it comes to false eyelashes, clients have a few options to choose from. One choice is strip lashes, which can be purchased at a nearby drugstore or beauty boutique. Another option is individual cluster lashes and individual single lashes. These three types of false eyelashes are the most popular ones that require the use of glue.

The majority of these strip lash, cluster lash, and individual lash products are intended for single-use wear, so the glue is weaker than the professional-grade adhesive used for long-term fake lashes, like eyelash extensions.

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Does an eyelash artist need to use glue for eyelash extensions?

Unlike strip lashes, cluster lashes, and single lashes, lash extensions are not adhered to with glue. Eyelash extensions use a special lash adhesive specifically designed for lash extensions, which will keep your lashes in place for a month without falling out.

While strip lashes are designed for one-time use, lash extensions are intended to last for up to six weeks. Unlike single-use products that are glued to your lash line, lash extensions are directly attached to your natural lashes.

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No matter what type of fake eyelashes clients opt for, it is highly likely that some form of glue or adhesive will be utilized. As lash professionals, we will tell you more about eyelash glue.

Do you want to apply false eyelashes yourself using glue?

While we would love for our clients to rely on us for all their lash requirements, we understand that this may not always be feasible. Occasionally, clients may opt for a convenient visit to the local drugstore rather than scheduling an appointment with a technician. Although this may not be the ideal scenario, we can assist them in achieving their desired look on their own. Here are the most effective guidelines you can provide to your clients for self-application of false strip lashes or individual lashes.

  1. Curl your natural lashes: Remember to emphasize to your client the importance of having a base for the false lashes to adhere to. Curling their natural lashes and applying a coat of clear mascara will provide the necessary support for the weight of the false lashes.
  2. Trim the lashes for a custom fit: Another crucial piece of advice to your client is to ensure they trim their false eyelashes to match the length of their natural lashes. They must fit seamlessly onto their eyelid to achieve the desired professional outcome.
  3. Apply the glue: If your clients are not approaching you, the lash specialist, directly, ensure that you advise them to purchase a high-quality lash adhesive. Instruct them to apply a thin layer of glue along the false lash line, rather than on their eyelid. Additionally, you may want to remind them to wait a few seconds before attaching the false lash, allowing the glue to dry and set.
  4. Stick 'em on: We know how difficult this step is. As eyelash experts, we have gone through countless hours of training to get this step perfect. However, it's important to let them know that for best results, they should use tweezers to assist them in curling their lashes and applying them to the roots of their natural lashes.
  5. Touch it up: The final tip you can provide to your clients is to ensure seamless integration of the false lashes with their own. Utilizing a gentle eyeliner brush along with a touch of black matte eyeshadow aids in harmonizing their natural lashes with the false ones.

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How to Remove Eyelash Glue?

As experienced professionals, we have come across numerous lash removal tricks throughout our careers. From using olive oil to trying biotin, we are well aware of what truly benefits our clients and what is merely a futile endeavor. So, when a client seeks advice on safe and effective home remedies for lash removal, let's offer them a few viable options.

Olive oil is renowned for its well-established advantages for one's physical well-being. In addition to its abundant supply of beneficial antioxidants, olive oil can also serve as an effective and natural adhesive remover. Nevertheless, it is crucial to advise your clients to exercise caution while employing this technique, ensuring they are certain about removing their lashes and do not possess lash extensions. (Professional adhesives used for eyelash extensions cannot be removed by this method)

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Just like olive oil, coconut oil offers its own set of advantages when applied. Assure your clients that they can rely on coconut oil to eliminate adhesive residue from their eyelids. Not only does it aid in loosening the glue, but it also possesses antimicrobial properties. While loosening the adhesive, it will also effectively combat harmful bacteria that may pose a risk to the eyes.

These oils are no longer limited to cooking purposes. Similar to olive and coconut oil, almond oil offers numerous advantages for your skin when applied. Almond oil has been utilized in ancient Chinese traditions for centuries, known for its ability to soothe and moisturize the skin, as well as treat minor injuries or cuts.

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The correct way to remove false eyelashes

It is crucial for clients to delicately remove their artificial lashes, regardless of whether they are temporary strip lashes or long-lasting lash extensions. Under no circumstances should you forcefully tug or pluck at your lashes, unless you desire to extract both your natural lashes and the fake ones.

Preparing to remove eyelashes

Below, we have provided the most effective methods for removing lash glue and lash extension adhesive. However, it is important to note that clients should never attempt to remove their eyelash extensions.

Removing Lash Glue

  1. Remove your makeup: The initial step is to always take off all types of makeup. Inform them that using an oil-based makeup remover can aid in initiating the adhesive removal process.
  2. Remove the false eyelashes: Once they have removed their makeup, instruct them to take a cotton ball or pad and generously apply eye-makeup remover. By gently applying it to the eyelid, they can safely remove the false lashes.
  3. To remove adhesive from the eyelid: This is the opportune moment to recommend the usage of coconut, olive, or almond oil. When clients seek advice on eliminating any remaining glue residue from their eyelids, suggesting the use of natural oils would be most beneficial.
  4. Remove any remaining adhesive from the lashes: It is important to inform clients that occasionally lash adhesive can be quite stubborn to eliminate, particularly if they have invested in a reputable brand.
  5. Rinse off the false eyelashes: Your clients may perceive this as a time-consuming task, but assure them that rinsing off their fake lashes is one of the final steps in safely taking them off. Advise them to use an oil-free makeup remover on a cotton swab for this process. Gently wiping the lashes from the base to the tip ensures thorough cleaning.
  6. Dry the lashes: Advise your clients to place their false lashes on a fresh and dry paper towel. It is recommended to let them air dry to maintain of your clients.

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How to Remove Eyelash Extension Adhesive?

Although clients should not remove their extensions or eyelashes, we’d like to explain the removal process for informational purposes. If you are a customer seeking to have your eyelash extensions removed, it is recommended to reach out to a skilled technician for assistance.

  1. Protect the skin. Place under-eye pads over the client's eye pads to shield their delicate under-eye skin from the adhesive removal gel.
  2. Prepare your remover, and lash remover. Our gel remover dissolves the adhesive, allowing extensions to be removed easily and safely without causing any damage to your natural lashes. The gel formula offers excellent control, ensuring that it does not drip into your clients' eyes while removing the extensions.
  3. Apply the lash remover gel evenly to the client's extensions, which can be assisted by using a small lash brush. Let the remover sit for 90 seconds.
  4. Wait 90 seconds and brush away the extensions. Use a miniature brush to gently brush away the lash remover gel and extensions.
  5. Cleaning Natural Lashes. Use a cotton pad or mascara brush to rinse any residue of lash remover gel from your client's natural lashes!
  6. Dry the lashes. Use a mini fan to fully dry the client's natural lashes, brushing them as you go.

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As professionals in the lash industry, we understand the importance of following these steps to properly remove eyelash glue or adhesive. Our clients to be aware of this too.

Providing them with useful tips and the correct procedures can prove advantageous not only for their benefit but also for the technician. Ensuring the upkeep of natural lashes holds the key to any form of lash extension or application of fake lashes.

Content Summary

If you want to remove your lashes yourself, you need to choose a safe and reliable lash remover. However, it is beneficial for clients to have an understanding of the lash removal process carried out by a professional lash technician. It is important to note that the comfort level of the lash technician in applying extensions is directly influenced by the thickness and proper care of the client's natural lashes.

Providing them with these expert tips can not just simplify their lives but also ensure their lashes remain in optimal condition. The well-being of their lashes always takes precedence in this regard!

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If you want to save money on your own extensions, I recommend Individual Cluster Lashes, which don't require extensions one by one, are easy to apply ,,and can be done in a few minutes, along with the Non-irritating glue that makes it easy for you to get a beautiful pair of lashes!

If your eyes are sensitive and you don't want to touch glue, you can try Eyelashes without glue, which don't require glue and are reusable, come in a wide range of styles, take seconds to put on, and most importantly, are very affordable!

I hope this blog about eyelash glue was helpful for you to learn more about eyelash glue . If you need glue you can also contact LASHSOUL.COM, we offer non-irritating glue.

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