42. The Strange History of Lash Adhesives (This Gets Weird...)

In this episode, Carly and Olivia are diving deep into the history of cyanoacrylate (the main ingredient in lash adhesives) and are asking one big question…

How did this chemistry end up being used in the beauty industry… and on the eyes??!

We’re going all the way back to the origins of cyanoacrylate, from its accidental discovery to its early uses in medical and industrial settings, and tracing how it eventually made its way into lash extension services.

Let’s just say… we put our tin foil hats on for this one!

This episode explores the timeline, the gaps, and the “how did we get here?” moments that most people in the industry have never questioned.

💜 Topics Covered:

The discovery of cyanoacrylate

Early uses (medical, industrial, and beyond)

How it transitioned into beauty + lash applications

Why this chemistry became the industry standard

The questions no one is asking about lash adhesive origins

If you’ve ever wondered why we use what we use in lash extensions, this episode is for you!