How and Why You Should Use Superbonder for Lash Extensions

Answering Your Questions on Lash Extensions and Superbonder

Summer lash shed can feel very real. Just ask the unhappy clients who return to their Lash Tech a week or two after treatment with a handful of extensions left! Several factors can affect how well extensions last. Client aftercare is one, but if you’re seeing early fallout across multiple clients, take a closer look at your application routine and working conditions too.

What Is Summer Lash Shedding?

Natural lashes grow and shed throughout the year. When a natural lash sheds, the extension attached to it comes away too. Clients may notice more fallout in summer, but the time of year alone doesn’t tell you why a set has thinned out.

You may be wondering, “But why are my clients coming back with almost no lash extensions a week after the treatment?” This can be difficult to pinpoint. Alongside natural shedding, consider how the extensions were applied and how the client has been caring for them. Advise your client to cleanse their lashes daily with a lash shampoo suitable for extensions, and review your pretreatment and adhesive setup if you see the same issue across several clients.

How to Help Reduce Early Extension Fallout

It’s summertime, the sun is out and clients are enjoying the weather. What could go wrong? Sweat, sunscreen and makeup can build up around the lash line, so remind clients to cleanse gently and avoid rubbing their eyes. For a fresh set, give clients clear advice on when they can get their lashes wet based on the adhesive and finishing products you used.

If you finish a set with Superbonder, apply it to the adhesive bonds according to the product instructions. Superbonder is designed to help the adhesive cure and keep the bonds flexible, which can support retention. Before your client heads to the pool, the beach or the gym, explain when they can get their lashes wet and how to care for them afterwards.

How to Apply Superbonder

Once you’ve completed the set, check for stickies and separate any you find. Follow the current Superbonder instructions for how long to wait after placing the final extension. Use a clean Microfibre Brush to apply a small amount to the adhesive bonds. Keep the applicator lightly damp and focus on the bond area. Once the product has dried as directed, give the lashes a final brush through to fluff them up, then remove the eye patches.

Superbonder is one part of your retention routine. The 5-Step Pretreatment Kit helps you prepare your client’s natural lashes for application. Keep an eye on your workstation’s temperature and humidity too, so your lash glue can perform within its recommended range. A digital hygrometer and thermometer makes it easy to check both before you start.

☀️ Hot Tip ☀️

Regular infills help keep a lash set looking full. If a client notices more fallout than usual, use their next appointment to look at what’s shedding, talk through their aftercare and decide whether a shorter infill interval would suit them.