Use a new, clean cotton swab to avoid spreading bacteria to your eyes. Use a name brand petroleum jelly like Vaseline. Vaseline is a pure form of petroleum jelly with added minerals that is safer for your skin. [3] X Research source
If you feel resistance when you test a lash, wait a few more minutes or add a tiny bit more petroleum jelly to fully dissolve the glue.
Alternatively, use your cotton swab to gently slide the extensions down and off your eyelid. The extensions might even start to come off as soon as you apply the jelly. Try not to tug or pull on stuck lashes. If they’re resistant, wait longer for the jelly to dissolve the adhesive.