Cysteamine vs. TGA: What Lash Artists Need to Know
As lash treatments continue to evolve, more clients are seeking results that are not only beautiful, but also gentle and safe. For professionals offering lash lifts, understanding the ingredients behind the results is key to choosing the right products for your clients’ needs.
Two of the most common active agents in lash lift formulations are cysteamine and TGA (thioglycolic acid or its derivatives). Both serve the same purpose - breaking down the disulfide bonds in hair to reshape the lashes - but they do so in different ways. Let’s explore those differences.