Quick answer
To reuse Ardell lashes, gently peel off glue residue with tweezers, soak in a mild oil-free makeup remover, then rinse and air-dry on a clean towel. Store them in the original tray or a lash case to keep the band from curling out of shape.
Why cleaning matters for reuse
False lashes collect old glue, mascara, and oils from your eyelids after a single wear. If you skip cleaning, the buildup makes the band stiff, the lash fibers clump, and bacteria can grow. A quick clean after each use keeps Ardell lashes flexible and safe for your eyes, and lets you wear them up to 10–15 times with proper care.
What you will need
You only need a few items: a pair of tweezers, oil-free makeup remover or micellar water, a small dish, a clean lint-free towel, and the original lash tray or a dedicated lash case. Avoid cotton balls or swabs that leave fibers on the lash band.
Step-by-step cleaning and storage process
- Remove glue residue gently: Hold the lash band at the inner corner with tweezers. Carefully peel off the dried glue strip in one piece, starting from the outer corner. Do not pull the lash hairs themselves. Common mistake: yanking the glue off from the middle can tear the band. Work slowly from one end.
- Soak in oil-free remover: Pour a small amount of oil-free makeup remover or micellar water into a dish. Dip a cotton pad in the remover and press it against the lash band for 10–15 seconds. Swipe gently along the band to dissolve any leftover glue and mascara. Avoid using oil-based removers—they can break down the lash glue and weaken the band over time.
- Rinse and reshape: Rinse the lashes under a gentle stream of lukewarm water. Pat them dry with a lint-free towel. Place them back in the original tray or a lash case, gently curving the band to match the tray's shape. Checkpoint: if the band is still sticky after rinsing, repeat the soak step. Never use alcohol—it dries out the lash fibers.
Products that make cleaning easier
- BBL Doll Look Lashes, Bambi: BBL Doll Look Lashes, Bambi has spiky long clusters that form a V for volume, opening your eyes with uneven lengths for fluffy fullness. The V-shaped clusters trap glue and mascara more easily, so careful cleaning preserves the spike effect and keeps the lashes looking fluffy instead of clumpy.
- Press On Wispies Natural, 100-Count: Press On Wispies Natural, 100-Count are pre-glued underlash extensions that go under your natural lashes, making the bands undetectable. Because these press-on clusters use a pre-applied adhesive, cleaning them requires a different approach: gently loosen the glue with oil-free remover rather than pulling, so the band stays intact for reuse.
