Lash Remover: Which Type to Choose

You should never try to take your extensions off yourself. For the most damage-free removal for the natural lashes, a special product is used, a remover, which breaks down the cyanoacrylate molecules and lets you take off the extensions in a few simple motions.

A good remover doesn’t just “dissolve fast,” it applies easily, doesn’t run, doesn’t sting, and keeps the client comfortable at every stage. There are 2 types of remover: gel and cream.

Cream remover

The gentlest and most comfortable for the client. It doesn’t run at all and is easy to control.

Pros:
– a thick texture,
– minimal risk of getting into the eyes,
– easy to work with.

Cons:
– a long exposure time (15 minutes),
– removes very strong adhesive less well.

Who it suits: clients with sensitive eyes, older clients, and beginner artists.

Gel remover

Easy to apply and holds well on the lashes. If it’s thick enough and the room isn’t too hot, it doesn’t run.

Good for spot removal, even of individual fans.

Pros:
– easy to dose,
– dissolves most adhesives well.

Cons:
– works fast (exposure time 5 to 7 minutes),
– needs care when spreading.

Who it suits: better for experienced pros, since there’s a small but real risk of getting into the eyes.

There’s also a liquid remover, but we don’t recommend using it, since it seeps into the eyes and causes strong irritation!

How to remove extensions with remover? A step-by-step guide with video

1. First you need to place the under-eye pads. If you’re an experienced artist and can work neatly with remover, you can skip this step.

2. Apply the remover only on the bond zone with a microbrush, there’s no need to smear it along the whole length of the lashes.

3. It’s better to support the lashes from below while applying the remover; you can use a wooden spatula for this.

4. After holding it for the needed time, gently scrape off the synthetic lashes with an applicator.

5. Any lashes you couldn’t scrape off can be removed with tweezers: gently grip the natural lash with one pair of tweezers and the synthetic lash (fan) with the other, and pull them in opposite directions. VERY GENTLY! If a lash won’t come off this way, reapply remover to the bond point.

6. After removing the lashes, fully clear away the leftover remover using tweezers and a microbrush. Do this completely dry, so no white film appears.

7. Only after the remover is fully removed can the client wash with water.