I tested the Internet’s top cluster lash brands to see which ones were the best quality and value – here’s what I discovered.

Here’s the list of lash brands I tested (in alphabetical order):

1. Ardell Naked Lash (Cluster)
2. Eylure (Strip)
3. Faslcara (Cluster)
4. Flutter Habit (Cluster)
5. Giani (Magnetic)
6. Lashify (Cluster)
7. Moxielash (Magnetic)
8. Noonlash (Cluster)
9. Silly George (Cluster)
10. UCoolMe (Cluster)
11. Wosado (Magnetic)

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Excellent

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• Variety of styles
• Natural to wispy volume
• 100% Korean Silk feels high quality
• Invisible band creates natural look
• Lasts up to multiple wears
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Background & Process:

I was an avid lash extension customer for years until the pandemic forced myself (and many of us) to find other beauty solutions. I had fallen in love with cluster lashes but wanted to make sure that I wasn’t missing out on any of the other new methods available today.

I went and tested 11 of the most popular brands to see which one was the best. My list ranks each one based on a few things:

• Look and Feel
• Glue/Longevity
• Ease of Application
• Additional Products
• Value

I’ve graded each lash brand by different categories and listed my recommendations in order.

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The Final Winner: 1 out of 11 (See Below for In Depth Review and Process)

1. Noonlash

• Look & Feel: 10/10
• Glue/Longevity: 9/10
• Ease of Application: 10/10
• Value: 8/10
• Overall: 9.2/10

Noonlash seems to be the perfect blend of everything I like in a lash. The clusters come in 6 different styles ranging from natural to wispy volume. I tested their namesake lash “Noon” which provides a nice wispy look and 3D fluff. The lashes themselves are noticeably of higher quality, even compared to Lashify which is surprising since they are a third of the price. This is thanks to their Korean Silk technology which makes the lash fibers look and feel like natural lashes. The lashes are bound to a clear band that is ultra thin but they are durable and don’t break when removing them from the tray unlike some of the cheaper mega packs available.

Application wise, the system is a standard bond and seal with applicator. I love that the bond is not too sticky and is buildable since my lashes are so thin, I need a little more bond to get things to stick. The thin band makes the lashes ultra comfortable and easy to form to my eye shape. I was able to wear the lashes for 5 days which is my typical limit so I can get a good cleaning of my natural lashes. I have to say that one of my favorite things about the kit is the remover, it literally MELTS the lash bond while keeping my natural lashes safe.

For $55 for a full kit and being able to re-wear them multiple times, Noonlash balances quality with price and longevity. This was the clear winner for me and if you’re looking to try cluster lashes I highly recommend it.

2. Falscara

• Look & Feel: 8/10
• Glue/Longevity: 7/10
• Ease of Application: 8/10
• Value: 8/10
• Overall: 8/10

I’ve heard a lot of positive and negative reviews on Falscara. With how accessible these lashes are in common drugstores, I was definitely interested in testing these out. My first impression was that these lashes are cheaply made but for $25 you get what you pay for. The lengths come in short, medium, and long which works for me.

The glue is really sticky and gets on your skin pretty easily compared to the other brands but application is standard to the other brands. On the lash they are pretty with a nice even wisp. The longevity leaves you wanting more with how sticky it seems during application. If you’re looking for a lash to quickly grab on your way to an event this is a decent option. Nothing that there is only one style to choose from so if you like a really light wisp, then this is for you.

3. UCoolMe

• Look & Feel: 8/10
• Glue/Longevity: 7/10
• Ease of Application: 8/10
• Value: 9/10
• Overall: 8/10

UCoolMe has done a great job reaching a younger audience with their trendy styles and multi-length sets for roughly $40. I got swept into the UCoolMe band wagon after my 20th video and bought a couple of styles “Venus” and “Fairy”. My thoughts are that the lashes are pretty but cheap, I ripped roughly 25% of the lashes when trying to remove them. On the eye, they are pretty but I prefer to use re-usable lashes in order to minimize my waste.

The lash trays include over 100 lashes with a wide range of lengths from 8-18mm. It’s great to have so many options but I really only use 3 lengths rendering more than half of the tray useless. The “Fairy” lashes are definitely a more manga type lash and they are really cute with a decent longevity with four days of wear. Overall these are nice one time use lashes with trendy styles, not the best but depends on your priorities.

4. Silly George

• Look & Feel: 8/10
• Glue/Longevity: 7/10
• Ease of Application: 9/10
• Value: 5/10
• Overall: 7.2/10

I was pleasantly surprised with Silly George’s “Pop-On” lashes. I was a little apprehensive with pre-glued lashes because it seemed gimmicky but I enjoyed skipping that extra step of applying glue. The lash styles are limited but the “Rosy” stle I got blended well between the lashes and seems universally flattering.

On a more detailed level I will say that the glue is fairly bulbous so the lashes don’t lay flush against your natural lashes which is somewhat noticeable. The lash fibers themselves are lower quality but do give off a pretty flutter. The lashes lasted a couple of days with no issues but the sad part is that for $43 dollars, these lashes are one time use making the cost per wear higher than some of the other brands on this list. All together I’d say these are good to have if you’re in a rush.

5. Giani

• Look & Feel: 8/10
• Glue/Longevity: 8/10
• Ease of Application: 6/10
• Value: 7/10
• Overall: 7.2/10

In an effort to try all forms of lashes, I discovered Giani which seems to be a rising competitor of Wosado. The brand has only three styles: Simple, Medium, and Full- I went with Simple for $35. If you’re looking for a wide range of styles to choose from this might not be for you. The magnets are also attached so if you have narrow set eyes, cutting and customizing the length is not an option.

In terms of application, similar to Wosado the magnets attached easily to the applicator but it took a couple of presses to get them to connect to each other on my eye. The lashes have a nice curl to them which I like, and overall I think this would be my preferred magnetic lash.

Removal is always a little bit of a struggle separating the lashes and taking some of my own with it which is the worst outcome for me. I like that you’re able to save these lashes and keep them in their new state since there is no glue that needs to be applied. If you’re looking for convenience for something you wear and remove daily, these are a potentially good option if you like one of their three lashes.

6. Lashify

• Look & Feel: 8/10
• Glue/Longevity: 8/10
• Ease of Application: 8/10
• Value: 4/10
• Overall: 7/10

I had the highest hopes for Lashify because of the price point and the popularity, let’s get into it. For roughly $120 you get their full starter set with 20 segments, bond, seal, remover, and applicator. The packaging is definitely luxurious and the lashes are well made but my biggest gripe is that they are made to be worn once which is insane for how expensive they are.

They have a wide range of styles and I decided to go with the “Plushy” for my usual wispy style. After trying them on I noticed that the band was a little stuff which helps with the fibers staying on the band but it did not easily form to the curve of my eyes. Wear time was decent with a six day wear. I was hoping for some life changing results but for the cost I’d rather choose another brand.

7. Ardell Naked Clusters

• Look & Feel: 5/10
• Glue/Longevity: 6/10
• Ease of Application: 5/10
• Value: 10/10
• Overall: 6.5

Ardell is one of the most recognizable names in affordable lashes so when they came out with lash clusters, I had to try them out. The clusters come in a pack of 50 clusters with standard lengths from 8-14mm. Fragility was an issue with these lashes, I lost a couple attempting to remove them from the tray with fibers coming loose from the band.

The style is pretty standard with a natural wispy criss cross design but it’s a little one dimensional for my liking – I like a fluffier lash for a more natural look. In terms of longevity, the lashes are marketed for daily or multi-day use with their seamless glue but I was only able to wear them for the first day before they began loosening after the shower. If you’re looking for something accessible and with a lower budget, these would be a good option.

8. Wosado

• Look & Feel: 5/10
• Glue/Longevity: 7/10
• Ease of Application: 6/10
• Value: 7/10
• Overall: 6.2/10

I admit I was intrigued by the novelty of magnetic lashes and Wosado is the most popular brand so I gave them a go. The packaging is substantial and feels nice with a space for a pair of lashes and magnetic applicator in the center. For $50, you at least get to wear the lashes a few times since they don’t use glue.

Application was a little tricky with the placement of the lashes being counter intuitive. In order for me to get the most seamless look, I got as close to my lash line as possible and it took a couple of presses before the lashes magnetized to each other instead of staying on the applicator. I’d recommend curling your lashes or applying mascara to maximize the lift. Removing the lashes was rather difficult since the magnets were really stuck together, this made pulling out my own lashes highly likely.

Overall, Wosado is a higher quality magnetic lash but I don’t like the look because of the lack of lift and the space between the magnets on the lash is very apparent and creates a disconnected look.

9. Moxielash

• Look & Feel: 3/10
• Glue/Longevity: 7/10
• Ease of Application: 7/10
• Value: 7/10
• Overall: 6/10

Moxielash uses a magnetic eyeliner to attach the lashes to your eye. The “Essentials Kit” is $24 and comes with the “Classy” and “Cheeky” lashes. The magnets are spread across the lashes in little segments.

I don’t love the fact that you have to use an eyeliner to apply but I gave it a go and the liner was able to give me a decent cat eye. The texture of the liner is a little odd, it feels like eyeliner mixed with microscopic beads. After waiting 2 minutes for the liner to dry I will say that the lashes attach to the liner pretty well. The issue for me is I don’t like to apply eyeliner across my entire eye so this was not the right product for me. Removal was a little concerning because I did not want to get whatever is in the liner in my eye. The kit comes with cotton swab remover which is a nice addition. Overall this is not convenient enough for my lifestyle with too many additional steps to apply and remove.

10. Eylure

• Look & Feel: 4/10
• Glue/Longevity: 6/10
• Ease of Application: 7/10
• Value: 7/10
• Overall: 6/10

I gave up on strip lashes a long time ago but when I saw that Eylure had ¾ length lashes, I decided to test them out. Since my eyes are smaller than the standard, I always had trouble finding strip lashes that worked for me. The “Light Volume” lashes from Eylure are a steal at $8 but they are very stuff and look too unnatural for my liking.

The application is a standard above-the-lash process with applying glue on the strip and getting as close to the lashes line as possible. I will note to remind you to curl your lashes to properly blend your lashes together! Overall, the band is too stiff and the lash fibers look too artificial, it’s a no from me.

11. Flutter Habit

• Look & Feel: 4/10
• Glue/Longevity: 6/10
• Ease of Application: 5/10
• Value: 7/10
• Overall: 5.5/10

I know that Flutter Habit is a really popular brand online but I really didn’t like these lashes. I was drawn to their story but when the lashes arrived I was disappointed with how big they were with no lengths to choose from. The company has pre-mapped styles in preset lengths so if your eyes are not what they deem “standard” size you are SOL.

I did purchase “The Collection” which has six of their classic styles. Unfortunately five of the six styles really overpowered my eye shape so my example shows me wearing “Shorties”. It was a struggle to remove the lashes from the tray since they were really glued down making me bend some of the clusters. The glue is also just regular strip lash glue and the recommended application globs glue onto the strip. It’s safe to say that I did not have a good experience with the lashes at all.

Summary

There are so many lash options out there and depending on your lifestyle, you may have different needs. I came into testing thinking that I wouldn’t find many differences between the brands but who knew lashes varied SO MUCH? What I gathered from testing out these lashes is that you get what you pay for and if you find a brand that is diverse enough in its styles with an affordable price point, stick with them!

This article was written in partnership with SBLY eCommerce Brands.

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By Madison Maxwell

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Madison Maxwell is a contributor at SBLY Media.