Knowing how to choose the right glue for your experience level and your client’s needs is crucial for a beginner lash artist. That’s why we’re dedicating this post to identifying and choosing the best lash glue for beginners.
We're going to take a look at the top adhesive products on the market suitable for beginner lash technicians. Together, we will focus on lash glue that offers the perfect balance between strong adhesion, flexibility, drying time, and ease of use to ensure you start your lashing career on the right foot.
Let's dive in and discover how Belo’s beginner-friendly products can help you master the art of lash application, ensuring every sticky situation is one you'll welcome!
What is Our Best Eyelash Adhesive for Beginners?
Entering the industry as a beginner lash artist can be overwhelming for a number of reasons. You need to work on attracting a solid client base, advertising your services online, and refining your skill set, all while making your client’s lashes look fab.
But building up a strong, comprehensive kit of the right products and tools is another essential step in becoming a pro lash tech, and adhesive is one of the most important components of your kit.
So, what is our best eyelash glue for beginners? Let’s take a look:
Belo Bestie Bond Adhesive
What is stronger than the bond between two best friends? Nothing, that’s right! Belo takes friendship and quality lash adhesives seriously; this product is proof!
As the sister product to our beloved Bulletproof Bond and Bulletproof Max lash glues, the Bestie Bond Adhesive has amazing retention and a super fast drying time of just 1-2 seconds for quick, efficient, and reliable lash adhesion. It’s available in beautiful black and is the best lash extension glue for beginners who want to deliver fast but professional results to new clients.
The glue’s temperature range is 22-24 degrees, its humidity range is 60-65%, and it is totally latex-free, making it safe for clients who suffer from latex allergies.
Bestie Bond Adhesive is an excellent sealant for Russian, Classic, and some types of Volume lashes, making it a sublime all-arounder for any lash tech still figuring out their style. Once opened, this adhesive will last up to three months and is only for professional use. If you want a bestie that’s both affordable and accessible for beginners, this lash glue is for you.
Choosing The Right Lash Glue For Beginners: Factors To Consider
Getting recommendations for the best lash extension glue for beginners is great. But learning how to navigate these decisions yourself will help you become an even more accomplished, confident, and informed lash tech!
When it comes to choosing any product, there are factors to consider — primarily budget, quality, and accessibility. With eyelash adhesive, these can be broken down as follows:
- Brand reputation: The more trusted a brand is by other lash techs, the more likely it is to sell quality, worthwhile lash glue and other essential beauty products.
- Drying time: As a beginner, you don’t want an instant drying adhesive. You want something that dries in a range of 1-3 seconds, as this allows for ample adjustments to eyelash extensions before setting.
- Allergies: Many lash adhesives contain latex and formaldehyde, which can cause allergic reactions in some people. Be aware of this when making a purchase.
- Quality ingredients: Better quality ingredients create better quality lash glue!
- Hold: A lash glue’s hold (AKA retention) is how long it lasts on the lashes.
- Temperature and humidity: Understanding these factors allows you to choose a product that remains stable in your home or studio.
- Price point: Your budget will play a big role in what you are able to buy. Generally speaking, the higher the price point, the better the lash glue.
Selecting The Best Lash Glue For Beginners: A Quick Guide
Navigating the world of new products and skills can be daunting, but much less so when you have a little help from your friends at Belo Lash.
Here are our top three tips for selecting the best lash extension glue for beginners who may have limited experience but still have big dreams!
Talk to friends or industry peers
Taking recommendations from friends and other, more experienced lash artists is not only fun but also a great way to learn which products people in your industry love the most. Don’t be shy to ask questions—most people are happy to share advice about their favourite products!
Know your needs
When selecting a new lash glue for professional use, it can help to consider your personal needs beforehand. Set a realistic budget, and think about what qualities and characteristics will suit your practice best. Drying speed? Temperature control? Colour versatility? Once you know what you’re looking for, making a choice is much easier.
Be cautious of allergic reactions
When you have a new client, check to see if they are allergic to your lash adhesive before you start applying eyelash extensions. You can do this by patch-testing the lash adhesive on their skin.
To perform a patch test, dab a small amount of the product onto their arm and wait for 2-3 minutes to see if a reaction develops. Do not use the product on a client if any itchiness, redness, or skin abnormalities occur.
To learn more about patch testing, be sure to head over to our Patch Testing Tips For Lash Techs article.
Become an Eyelash Adhesive Expert
It’s fresh-faced beginner lash artists like you that keep the industry alive and thriving!
We believe we are empowering the next generation of iconic beauty industry leaders by equipping you with the tools and information needed to make sound product investments for your lash extension business.
Knowing which eyelash glue to buy and why you buy it is an essential skill for every lash artist in the market right now.
With the help of products like Belo Bestie Bond Lash Glue, your eyelash extension business can continue growing and expanding over time. Use these tips and guidelines to choose the best lash glue for beginners and become the lashing legend you were born to be!