Controlled, forgiving and easy to work with - designed for newly qualified and slower lash artists who need more placement time.

Meadow is our UK-manufactured, cosmetic-grade professional lash adhesive, with a 1–2 second drying time and thin-to-medium viscosity.

It is our recommended starting point for newly qualified lash artists and a great choice for experienced artists who simply prefer a little more working time.

The slightly slower curing speed gives you more time to complete your attachment before the adhesive cures, helping you work accurately without feeling rushed.

Best for: Beginners, newly qualified and slower lash artists
Drying time: 1–2 seconds
Viscosity: Thin to medium
Colour: Black
Fumes: Minimal
Temperature: 20–24°C (68–75°F)
Humidity: 40–70% RH, with around 55% being the sweet spot
Approx. retention: Up to 6–7 weeks
Sizes: 3g and 5g
Professional use only

Is Meadow the Right Lash Glue for You?

Choosing a lash adhesive should be based on your application speed, rather than simply choosing the fastest adhesive available.

Meadow is our slowest traditional cyanoacrylate adhesive at 1–2 seconds, giving you more time to place the extension and complete your attachment before the adhesive cures.

This makes it particularly suitable if you're newly qualified, still developing your speed or simply prefer a more controlled working pace.

Don't make the mistake of thinking a faster adhesive automatically means better retention. An adhesive that is too fast for you can begin curing before you've completed the attachment, which may contribute to lash pop-offs.

If you're experiencing pop-offs during application, Meadow may actually be a better choice than moving to an even faster adhesive.

If, however, you're becoming quicker and regularly finding that the adhesive is still wet when you move on, you may be ready for Spring (approx. 1 second).

Not sure which one is right for you? Read our What Lash Glue Is Right for You? guide before choosing.

Cosmetic-Grade Lash Adhesive, Made in the UK

Meadow is manufactured in the UK specifically for professional lash-extension use, using cosmetic-grade ingredients and controlled manufacturing processes.

We moved our adhesive range to cosmetic-grade UK manufacturing because we wanted greater ingredient transparency, carefully controlled formulations and products developed specifically with professional lash treatments in mind.

Meadow uses BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole) as its stabiliser.

We believe lash artists should know what they are working with, which is why we clearly provide our adhesive ingredients and are open about the stabilising system used within our formulation.

Ingredients:
Ethyl-2-Cyanoacrylate, Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate, Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), Carbon Black

Meadow is independently safety assessed for its intended professional use.

Meadow Working Conditions

Your room conditions affect how quickly cyanoacrylate adhesive cures.

Meadow's recommended working environment is:

Temperature: 20–24°C (68–75°F)
Humidity: 40–70% RH
Sweet spot: Approximately 55% RH

Higher humidity will generally make your adhesive cure faster, while lower humidity will generally slow it down.

This means Meadow's 1–2 second drying time can feel different depending on the conditions in your treatment room.

If your humidity is lower and your adhesive is curing too slowly, our Low Humidity Retention Booster can be used according to its instructions.

For more help understanding how temperature, humidity and application speed work together, read our FREE Lash Adhesive Retention & Environment Guide.

How to Use Meadow Lash Adhesive

Shake Meadow by hand for a full two minutes before your first use of the day to thoroughly mix the formulation.

Between adhesive drops, shake for approximately 30 seconds.

When dispensing your adhesive:

• Remove the cap before shaking
• Shake the bottle side to side rather than vigorously up and down
• Turn the bottle upside down and allow gravity to dispense the drop rather than squeezing the bottle
• Use small, fresh drops throughout your treatment
• Wipe the nozzle after dispensing with a lint-free wipe
• Replace the cap securely between uses

Correct adhesive handling helps maintain consistency and reduces product build-up around the nozzle.

How to Store Meadow

Store Meadow in a cool, dark place, inside its airtight storage container with the silica pack provided.

Keep the bottle upright and the cap securely closed.

Avoid unnecessary exposure to heat, humidity and direct sunlight.

Unopened shelf life: Up to 12 months
Opened shelf life: 90+ days when correctly stored and handled

Always refer to the expiry information supplied with your individual product.

Getting the Best Retention From Meadow

Retention isn't determined by your adhesive alone.

Preparation, attachment, application speed, natural lash condition, room environment, client aftercare and the natural lash cycle can all affect how long extensions remain attached.

Meadow can provide up to approximately 6–7 weeks' retention under suitable conditions, but this isn't a guarantee for every client.

Our pH Balancer, Low Humidity Retention Booster and Super Bonder can also be incorporated into your treatment where appropriate. Additional products should be chosen according to the client's lashes, your working environment and the individual product instructions rather than automatically being used with every set.

First Time Using Ladybug Lashes Adhesive?

If you're switching from another brand, don't assume a 1–2 second adhesive will feel identical to another adhesive with the same stated speed.

Differences in formulation, viscosity, stabilising systems, environment and application technique can all affect how an adhesive feels to work with.

That's why we recommend trying one of our 1g Lash Glue Samples before committing to a full-size bottle if you've never used our adhesives before.

This gives you the opportunity to find the Ladybug adhesive that best matches your actual placement speed and working environment.

Meadow Lash Adhesive FAQs

Is Meadow suitable for beginners?

Yes. Meadow is our recommended traditional adhesive for newly qualified lash artists.

Its 1–2 second drying time gives you more time to complete your placement and attachment than our faster Spring, Wildflower and Damselfly adhesives.

It's also suitable for experienced artists who simply prefer a slightly slower adhesive.

Is a slower lash adhesive worse for retention?

No. Faster does not automatically mean better retention.

The best adhesive speed is the one that matches your placement speed.

If an adhesive cures before you've completed your attachment, the bond may be compromised. Equally, if it is still wet when you move on, you can increase the risk of stickies.

The aim is to find an adhesive that cures at the right point in your application process.

When should I move from Meadow to Spring?

You don't have to move away from Meadow simply because you become more experienced.

However, if your placement becomes faster and you're regularly finding that Meadow hasn't cured when you're ready to move on, Spring (approx. 1 second) may better match your speed.

Can Meadow be used for Classic and Volume lashes?

Yes. Meadow can be used for professional Classic, Hybrid and Volume lash-extension techniques.

Because it has a thin-to-medium viscosity, it will feel slightly different from our very thin Spring, Wildflower and Damselfly adhesives.

Why am I getting pop-offs with a faster adhesive?

Your adhesive could be curing before you've completed your attachment.

This is one reason moving to an even faster adhesive isn't always the answer to retention problems.

Check your temperature, humidity and placement speed. A slower adhesive such as Meadow may give you enough working time to create a better attachment.

Does Meadow have low fumes?

Meadow is classed within our range as having minimal fumes.

However, minimal fumes does not mean allergy-free, hypoallergenic or suitable for someone with a known cyanoacrylate allergy.

Do I need to patch test Meadow?

Yes. Ladybug Lashes requires a patch test before using Meadow on a client.

Patch testing should be carried out 24–48 hours before treatment using the adhesive that will be used for the full application.

For lash extension adhesive, our recommended method is to apply 5–10 lash extensions per eye, rather than applying adhesive directly to the skin.

A 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.

Always also follow any additional requirements set by your insurer.

Can I use Meadow on myself?

No. Meadow is a professional-use lash-extension adhesive and is not suitable for self-application, DIY lashes or strip lashes.

Can I get the SDS?

Yes. For the SDS relating to the adhesive in your order, email info@ladybuglashes.co.uk with your order number and we can provide the relevant document.