{"product_id":"spring-cosmetic-grade-lash-adhesive-1-sec","title":"Spring Cosmetic Grade Lash Adhesive – 1 Sec","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur 3g Spring Adhesive is now from our new batch and is back to its usual jet-black colour and standard price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur current \u003cstrong\u003e5g batch only\u003c\/strong\u003e received less carbon black pigment than intended during manufacture, resulting in a slightly greyer finish rather than our usual jet black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a colour variation only and does not affect the grab, bonding or performance of the adhesive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 5g size remains reduced while this batch lasts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast, very thin and designed for lash artists who want more speed while still keeping control of their placement.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is our \u003cstrong\u003eUK-manufactured, cosmetic-grade professional lash adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e, with an approximately 1-second drying time and a very thin viscosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a great choice for intermediate and confident lash artists who have developed a quicker placement speed and are ready to move on from a slower adhesive, without jumping straight to our fastest options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate and confident lash artists\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1 second\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViscosity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very thin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3g – black; 5g – current batch has a slightly greyer finish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–24°C (68–75°F)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–70% RH, with around 55% being the sweet spot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 6–7 weeks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3g and 5g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional use only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Spring the Right Lash Glue for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing a lash adhesive should be based on \u003cstrong\u003eyour application speed and working environment\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than simply choosing the fastest adhesive available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring sits between our slower \u003cstrong\u003eMeadow (1–2 seconds)\u003c\/strong\u003e and faster \u003cstrong\u003eWildflower (0.5–1 second)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDamselfly (approx. 0.3 seconds)\u003c\/strong\u003e adhesives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes Spring a great next step if your placement is becoming faster and you are finding that a slower adhesive is beginning to hold you back, but you do not yet need an ultra-fast curing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are experiencing \u003cstrong\u003estickies because your adhesive is still wet when you move on\u003c\/strong\u003e, your current adhesive may be curing too slowly for your placement speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, if you are experiencing \u003cstrong\u003elash pop-offs during application\u003c\/strong\u003e, the adhesive may be curing before you have completed the attachment. In this situation, Spring could be too fast and Meadow may give you more working time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which one suits your speed? Read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ladybuglashes.co.uk\/pages\/what-glue-is-right-for-you\" title=\"Which Lash Adhesive Is Right for Me? There is no single “best” lash adhesive.\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Lash Glue Is Right for You?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e guide before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCosmetic-Grade Lash Adhesive, Made in the UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured and quality controlled in the UK\u003c\/strong\u003e specifically for professional lash-extension use, using cosmetic-grade ingredients and controlled manufacturing processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach batch is \u003cstrong\u003etested for consistency and performance\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping to ensure the adhesive meets the expected specification before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring uses \u003cstrong\u003eBHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole)\u003c\/strong\u003e as its stabiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe lash artists should know what they are working with, which is why we clearly disclose our adhesive ingredients and the stabilising system used within the formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEthyl-2-Cyanoacrylate, Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate, Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), Carbon Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is \u003cstrong\u003eindependently safety assessed for its intended professional use\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpring Working Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour room conditions affect how quickly cyanoacrylate adhesive cures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring's recommended working environment is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–24°C (68–75°F)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–70% RH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet spot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 55% RH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur traditional adhesives share the same recommended working range and are differentiated primarily by curing speed and viscosity, rather than being separate formulas for different humidity levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher humidity will generally make your adhesive cure faster, while lower humidity will generally slow it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means Spring's approximately 1-second drying time can feel different depending on your treatment room conditions and placement speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your humidity is lower and your adhesive is curing too slowly, our \u003cstrong\u003eLow Humidity Retention Booster\u003c\/strong\u003e can be used according to its instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more help understanding how temperature, humidity and application speed work together, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ladybuglashes.co.uk\/products\/lash-adhesive-retention-environment-guide\" title=\"Lash Adhesive Retention \u0026amp; Environment Guide Control Your Environment. Perfect Your Retention.  Master the science behind flawless lash retention with our Lash Adhesive Retention \u0026amp; Environment Guide designed to help you achieve consistent, long-lasting results with confidence.\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE Lash Adhesive Retention \u0026amp; Environment Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Spring Lash Adhesive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake Spring \u003cstrong\u003eby hand for a full two minutes before your first use of the day\u003c\/strong\u003e to thoroughly mix the formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween adhesive drops, shake for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dispensing your adhesive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the cap before shaking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake the bottle from side to side rather than vigorously up and down\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the bottle upside down and allow gravity to dispense the drop rather than squeezing the bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse small, fresh drops throughout the treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the nozzle after dispensing with a lint-free wipe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the cap securely between uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect adhesive handling helps maintain consistency and reduces product build-up around the nozzle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Store Spring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore Spring in a \u003cstrong\u003ecool, dark place\u003c\/strong\u003e inside its airtight storage container with the silica pack provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the bottle upright with the cap securely closed, and avoid unnecessary exposure to heat, humidity and direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnopened shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 12 months\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpened shelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90+ days when correctly stored and handled\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways refer to the expiry information supplied with your individual product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting the Best Retention From Spring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetention is not determined by your adhesive alone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparation, attachment, application speed, natural lash condition, room environment, client aftercare and the natural lash cycle can all affect how long extensions remain attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring can provide \u003cstrong\u003eup to approximately 6–7 weeks' retention under suitable conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, but this is not a guarantee for every client.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003epH Balancer, Low Humidity Retention Booster and Super Bonder\u003c\/strong\u003e can also be incorporated into your treatment where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional products should be selected according to the client's lashes, your working environment and the individual product instructions rather than automatically being used with every set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFirst Time Using Ladybug Lashes Adhesive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are switching from another brand, do not assume a 1-second adhesive will feel identical to another adhesive with the same stated speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferences in formulation, viscosity, stabilising systems, room conditions and application technique can all affect how an adhesive performs in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is why we recommend trying one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ladybuglashes.co.uk\/products\/1g-lash-adhesive-samples\" title=\"Our 1g Lash Adhesive Samples give professional lash artists a practical way to compare different curing speeds and viscosities and find the formula that best suits their technique and working environment.  Manufactured in the UK,\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1g Lash Glue Samples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e before committing to a full-size bottle if you have never used our adhesives before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives you the opportunity to find the Ladybug adhesive that best matches \u003cstrong\u003eyour actual placement speed and working environment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdhesive Nozzle Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur adhesive bottle\/nozzle style can vary between production batches. Depending on the batch, a 3g or 5g bottle may arrive with either a pre-pierced nozzle or a nozzle that requires piercing before first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis does not affect the freshness, quality or performance of the adhesive. A pre-pierced nozzle does not mean the bottle has previously been opened; it is simply the bottle\/nozzle format used for that production batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe continue to include a nozzle pin with every adhesive, as we always have. As nozzle style may vary, we cannot guarantee a specific nozzle type when ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpring Lash Adhesive FAQs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Spring suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring may suit some confident newer artists, but our first recommendation for newly qualified or slower lash artists is generally \u003cstrong\u003eMeadow (1–2 seconds)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring's approximately 1-second drying time is better suited to artists who already have confident placement and are beginning to need a faster adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I move from Meadow to Spring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your placement has become quicker and you are regularly finding that your adhesive is still wet when you move on to the next lash, you may be ready for a faster adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring gives you approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 second of working time\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a natural next step from Meadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between Spring and Wildflower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference is \u003cstrong\u003espeed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 second\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Wildflower is \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 second\u003c\/strong\u003e and designed for faster artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure between the two, choose according to your actual placement speed rather than simply choosing the faster option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Spring be used for Classic and Volume lashes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Spring can be used for professional Classic and Volume lash-extension techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe important factor is whether its curing speed suits \u003cstrong\u003eyour application speed and working conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy am I getting stickies when using Spring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the adhesive is still wet when you move on to the next lash, it may be curing too slowly for your current placement speed or room conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your temperature and humidity first. If your conditions are suitable and your placement has become consistently faster, you may be ready to move to \u003cstrong\u003eWildflower (0.5–1 second)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy am I getting pop-offs with Spring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop-offs during application can sometimes indicate that the adhesive is \u003cstrong\u003ecuring before you have completed the attachment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your temperature and humidity and consider whether Spring is currently too fast for your placement speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need more working time, \u003cstrong\u003eMeadow (1–2 seconds)\u003c\/strong\u003e may be a better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Spring have low fumes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is classed within our range as having \u003cstrong\u003eminimal fumes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, minimal fumes does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e mean allergy-free, hypoallergenic or suitable for someone with a known cyanoacrylate allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to patch test Spring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes. Ladybug Lashes requires a patch test before using Spring on a client.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatch testing should be carried out \u003cstrong\u003e24–48 hours before treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e using the adhesive that will be used for the full application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor lash-extension adhesive, our recommended method is to apply \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 lash extensions per eye\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than applying adhesive directly to the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA negative patch test cannot guarantee that a reaction will not occur during or after a full treatment, but the required patch test should still be completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow any additional requirements set by your insurer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Spring on myself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Spring is a \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional-use lash-extension adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e and is not suitable for self-application, DIY lashes or strip lashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I get the SDS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The relevant SDS is available on request for the adhesive supplied with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@ladybuglashes.co.uk\"\u003einfo@ladybuglashes.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e with your order number and we can provide the appropriate document.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LADYBUGLASHES","offers":[{"title":"3g","offer_id":60064339657088,"sku":"19110269","price":19.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":60064339689856,"sku":"12877129","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0474\/7634\/2935\/files\/Photo_15-07-2026_13_10_47_425a3e07-97e3-4314-80d2-73c98524ea2c.jpg?v=1791372932","url":"https:\/\/thepositive.co\/products\/spring-cosmetic-grade-lash-adhesive-1-sec","provider":"The Positive Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}