There are a lot of myths about cluster lashes, like cluster lashes ruin your lashes or cluster lashes aren’t safe. As everyday users of clusters and the inventors of the world’s first 3D printed cluster lashes, we’re here to address the myths we hear most and reveal the truth! Let’s dive into the top 5 myths about cluster lashes.
Myth #1: DIY Lash Clusters Damage Your Natural Lashes
Are cluster lashes bad? Do cluster lashes ruin your lashes? It’s what we want to know before we dive into the world of cluster lashes There’s two parts to the answer to this question:
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What adhesive you use to apply your lash clusters
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How you remove your cluster lashes
Myths about cluster lashes arose when people mistakenly assumed you’d use a professional lash extension cyanoacrylate to apply cluster lashes. You’d never want to do this, as lash extension adhesive is designed for only one hair at a time to be glued.
So is it true? Are lash clusters safe? Do cluster lashes ruin your lashes? Are cluster lashes bad?
Cluster lashes are designed to rest on many natural lashes at once, so they require an adhesive that is soft, stretchy and will not pull out your natural lashes as they grow. This is exactly the kind of adhesive that’s been designed for use with TAD and is available in TAD’s DIY lash kits.
To address the second question – how you remove your DIY cluster lashes – the safest way to remove your clusters is to use the TAD DIY lash remover! It dissolves the delicate bond that protects your natural lashes and keeps your cluster lashes secure. Making sure there is no sticking power left on your cluster lashes is key when you go to pull them off. You don’t want to pull your natural lashes out, so make sure you use the remover and don’t just pull them off!
Myth #2: Lash Clusters are Cheap and Don’t Last
Ever heard the myths about cluster lashes not lasting?
Some lash clusters are made out of PBT fibers, which historically have kept both costs and quality down. Many lash clusters are designed to be single use only so their reputation for being short lived is deserved.
This is why some ask, “are cluster lashes bad?” Yet this is what sets TAD 3D lashes apart! Our fibers are the first of their kind to be 3D printed from a quality, soft curable resin that is made in the USA! It’s so unique it’s patent pending and not subject to tariffs and long times in transit, which can affect quality of the lashes.
Unlike some cluster lashes, TAD is for extended wear and specifically designed to be worn for 5-7 days. So if you’re wondering, how long do DIY lash extensions last, it’s exclusively dependent on the brand you choose!
Myth #3: Lash Clusters are Uncomfortable
People ask not only are cluster lashes bad, but are lash clusters safe?
What’s the myth about cluster lashes? That you can feel them; they’re uncomfortable. Most cluster lashes on the market are made of PBT fibers that have been heat curled and created. This process leaves crispy sharp edges that can be felt on the delicate tissues of the eyelid.
Also, most lash clusters have no ability to stick into the natural lashes, which is why they need glue, but TAD lash clusters have been 3D printed with a microstructure that looks like a miniature comb.
This adds surface area to connect the cluster lashes to the natural hair and provides a superior bond. Other lash clusters are subject to gravity which makes them hang heavy on the natural lashes so they “fall” and begin to rub along the water line or margin of the eyelid as the day wears. The printed microstructure of TAD lashes allows for comfy wear.
Myth #4: Cluster Lashes Look Fake
The myths about cluster lashes is that you can see them a mile away. This is why some ask, “Do cluster lashes ruin your lashes?”
Honestly, some of them do look fake. TAD lashes have a natural look without that tell-tale reflective strip common to strip lashes that sits on top of the lash line that gives the whole thing away.
TAD Lashes are seamless and designed to be worn under the natural lashes, there’s no ribbon of plastic to reveal your beauty secrets. After trying TAD, you’ll no longer ask are cluster lashes bad. There’s currently two styles to choose from and both look authentic.
Dream has a more voluminous look while Bliss looks more soft and delicate yet both can pass as real looking cluster lashes.
Myth #5: You Can’t Get Lash Clusters Wet
Myths about cluster lashes say that you can’t get them wet and this is mostly true; but not for TAD cluster lashes! TAD uses a different adhesive than strip lashes and is designed for longer overnight wear up to 10 days. Far from wondering if cluster lashes are bad, TAD FOR YOU adhesive is made to be worn for days in a row. This means you can wear TAD cluster lashes while showering, swimming, going into the sauna, even hot yoga is fair game!
If you wore strip lashes or other cluster lashes, you would have had to take them off at the end of a day’s wear. TAD lashes are designed to be cleaned daily, just like your natural lashes. Be sure to check out how to clean DIY lash extensions for a full lash bath tutorial!
Pros and Cons of Lash Clusters
Alright now that we have covered the 5 biggest myths about cluster lashes, let’s quickly chat about the pros and cons of lash clusters.
Pros of Cluster Lashes
There are many many pros of lash clusters, but here are some of our favorite reasons to wear clusters:
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They’re convenient, you can apply on your own schedule in your own home.
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Less time consuming than traditional lash extensions
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Easy to change styles
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More cost effective than daily strip lashes or lash extensions
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TAD cluster lashes are washable and can be worn swimming
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Thanks to the 3D printed microstructure comb they’re very comfortable on the tender margin of the eyelid
Cons of Cluster Lashes
If we had to list cons of lash clusters… then we guess…
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It’s hard to apply in a car.
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They can be addicting.
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You don’t need to brush them.
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You’ll have to toss your mascara – you won’t need it.
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They last 5-7 days and you need to clean them daily as you normally would.
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They require patience as there’s a learning curve to apply them.
Exploring Lash Clusters with TAD Beauty
We explored the myths about cluster lashes and answered the question: are cluster lashes bad? We hope we’ve given you an insight into the truth about cluster lashes and what we’re about here at TAD Beauty. At the end of the day, we are most passionate about lash health and integrity and we are here to ensure you have the happiest, healthiest lashes ever.
Have more questions? You can always reach out to our team directly by emailing us at hello@tadbeauty.com or texting us at (775) 800-3140