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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. 

24 July 2025

The NouReport: What are Manga Lashes?

As a professional lash artist, staying ahead of the latest trends is essential so you’re prepared for any client request. One of the biggest trends sweeping the lash industry right now is manga lashes. Inspired by the bold, spiky lash styles seen on anime characters, manga lashes create a dramatic, doll-like effect that is gaining massive popularity across social media platforms, especially TikTok. 

With over 108 million posts related to manga lashes on TikTok, it’s clear that clients are loving this unique style. If you haven’t already had clients requesting this look, it’s only a matter of time. Here’s everything you need to know about manga lashes and how to master the technique. 

18 February 2025

HD Brows and Nouveau Lashes are back at Professional Beauty London

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be attending our first ever beauty trade show. To make it even better, we’re partnering up with HD Brows and Nouveau Lashes who are heading back to Professional Beauty London after a six-year hiatus.  

We'll be there alongside our beauty besties, equipped with huge offers, show exclusives and even some freebies. 

24 January 2025