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ADHESIVES

All of your glue questions are answered.

LBLA Adhesive Comparison Chart

Is the adhesive Latex Free?

Yes!  All of our adhesives are latex-free.

Are your adhesives oil free or oil resistant?

All of our adhesives are resistant to naturally occurring oils such as sebum.  It is still never a good idea to put oil on or around your lashes.

Are your adhesives and products hypoallergenic?

“Hypoallergenic” is a common misconception means that there is a smaller likelihood of a cosmetic causing reactions than other similar products. We do not have one glue over another that is more for sensitive eyes.  Each of our adhesives dry very qui

Do you recommend using a nano-mister?

One of our most frequently asked questions has a quite involved answer. In short, LBLA adhesives dry/cure so quickly that a nano-mister is never required when using our products within the recommended environment. If you have an extremely dry environ

Do you recommend washing lashes right after an application for those that may have a history of allergic reactions?

While there is information circulating in the lash industry that this is a solution to adhesive allergies, there is no solid evidence that it is safe to put eyelash extensions on someone who is allergic to the adhesive just because you wash them afte

How often is a new drop of adhesive needed?

With LBLA’s super-fast drying adhesives, it is necessary to get a new drop of adhesive every 20 to 30 minutes depending on your humidity and environment.  In hotter and more humid conditions, every 15 to 20 minutes may be necessary.

I need help troubleshooting my adhesive. Can you tell me why it isn’t working?

Troubleshooting adhesives and diagnosing problems with them are constantly on a lash artist’s mind.  There are so many things that may affect retention, and these are just some of them.  Make sure that you and your client are doing your best to avoid

Can I store the glue in a fridge once it is opened?

If the mini fridge/wine cooler is set to a stable temperature between 68-74F then yes - otherwise no. Be sure to still store the adhesive in an airtight container like our Adhesive Holder before storing in the mini fridge. Storing the adhesive in a r

What glue is right for me?

Finding the right adhesive for you is so much different than finding the “best” adhesive in general. Our adhesive finder chart is a great start to see what might work for your specifications, needs, and environment https://www.lashboxla.com/pages/adh

How do I take care of my glue?

Keep your glue in the temperature and humidity range it is best used in. Always clean and wipe the nozzle after use before putting the cap on. Change out nozzles as needed to keep the cap and nozzle clean.