False Eyelash Adhesive Buyer’s Guide
False eyelashes can instantly enhance one’s features but without the proper adhesives they’re useless. Although many false eyelash kits come with adhesive products, they aren’t as effective as separately purchasing a quality adhesive which provide professional-looking results. Whether you prefer a clear, dark, or waterproof eyelash adhesive, you’re sure to find one which suits your personal preferences and performs to your beauty standards.
Ease of Use
While applying false eyelashes isn’t the easiest beauty task to perform, you’ll find some lash adhesives are more use-friendly than others. Many quality adhesives often come with thin brushes or wands allowing you to control and precisely apply the adhesives to the eyelash strips. A quality lash adhesive should dry quickly, usually within 15 to 20 seconds, while creating minimal mess. When it’s time to remove the lashes, they should come off easily without leaving behind any tacky residues.
Comfort
Since you’ll likely be wearing your false eyelashes for hours at a time, comfort is very important when choosing a lash adhesive. Premium false eyelash adhesives are made of natural, non-irritating latex although some are formulated without latex to suit individuals with skin sensitivities or allergies. A few lash adhesives even go a step beyond and contain soothing chamomile for added user comfort.
Appearance
How a lash adhesive looks when it’s applied is just as important as how the actual lashes themselves look. Quality lash adhesives may go on white or black, but they should all deliver a seamless, natural-looking lash line. The focus should remain on your lashes, not the glue holding them onto your eyelids. A quality adhesive should not leave ugly residues on your false lashes either.
Longevity
You also need to consider how long the lash adhesive will remain on your eyelids since you don’t want lashes coming loose or falling off at the wrong time. A quality lash adhesive should keep your false lashes secure on your eyelids for 16 to 24 hours. Waterproof lash adhesives are also notable for their especially long hold times
Adhesive Types
Clear False Eyelash Adhesive
Ideal for beginner false lash wearers, clear lash adhesive are versatile and easy to use. Clear false lash adhesives are virtually invisible when used with false lashes, so don’t worry if you make a mistake during application. It’s also perfect for on-the-go application when you don’t have much time to worry about precision. However, clear eyelash adhesives will not conceal the rubber lash strips on false lashes.
Dark False Eyelash Adhesive
These adhesives deliver a dark, satiny finish that hides rubber lash strips on false lashes but require more expertise during application. When properly applied, this smooth finish imparts the appearance of enhanced volume and more natural-looking lashes; however, application mistakes may be more evident with dark adhesives.
Waterproof False Eyelash Adhesive
Ideal for active individuals, waterproof false eyelash adhesives prevent you from having to worry about your lashes coming loose when you’re swimming, sweating, or out in the rain. Their resistance to moisture allows them to remain tightly secured to false lashes for up to days at a time. Waterproof lash adhesives come in both clear and dark styles to suit any preference or experience level.