Velour just came out with a “glue & go” pen which basically allows you to apply lash glue like eyeliner rather than applying the glue to the lash band and trying to aim.

I definitely understand the eye irritation. Even when I apply lashes perfectly, my eyes do water up a bit after application and then at the end of the day when I’ve had them on for too long.

I find that applying a thin layer of glue rather than a thick layer helps minimize the irritation.