Understanding the Difference Between Our Systems

At Ladybug Lashes, we offer three advanced lash & brow systems: Flutter & Frame TGA, Express Cysteamine, and Flutter & Frame Sensitive. Each system has unique benefits depending on your client’s needs.

Flutter & Frame TGA System

  • Technology: Thioglycolic Acid (TGA) – the industry standard

  • Manufacturing: UK-made, cosmetic grade

  • Processing Speed: The fastest system we offer – even fractionally quicker than Express Cysteamine

  • Benefits:

    • Strong, consistent results

    • Effective on resistant lash and brow types

    • Reliable, proven technology

  • Best For: Experienced lash artists who value speed and strength

Express Cysteamine System

  • Technology: Advanced cysteamine-based formula

  • Manufacturing: UK-made, cosmetic grade

  • Processing Speed: Faster than standard cysteamine, but fractionally slower than TGA

  • Processing Times:

    • Fine: 4–5 mins

    • Normal: 5–6 mins

    • Thick/Coarse: 6–7 mins

  • Benefits:

    • Combines speed with safety

    • Gentle enough for regular treatments

    • Suitable for all lash and brow types

    • Can be used for the Korean Method
  • Best For: Professionals who want a balance of fast results and client comfort

Flutter & Frame Sensitive System

  • Technology: Gentle, cysteamine-based sensitive formula

  • Manufacturing: EU-made.

  • Processing Speed: Slower, designed for delicate or highly sensitive clients

  • Benefits:

    • Ultra-gentle formulation

    • Minimises irritation risk

    • Perfect for very fine or fragile hair

    • Can be used for the Korean Method
  • Best For: Clients with sensitivity concerns or professionals seeking the softest option available

Quick Comparison

  • Flutter & Frame TGA – fastest, UK-made, cosmetic grade

  • Express Cysteamine – nearly as fast as TGA, UK-made, cosmetic grade

  • Flutter & Frame Sensitive – slowest but ultra-gentle, EU-made