Kim Kardashian's beauty favorite has done it again! Famed for her on-point eyelashes and eyebrows, the Kardashians star will no doubt be a fan of her skincare go-to Augustinus Bader's latest innovation, a 2-in-1 serum to help you achieve thicker, fuller lashes and brows.
The big cheese of eyelash growth serums is Latisse, an FDA-approved serum you can only get via prescription. It sells for about $125 per bottle. Latisse contains an active ingredient called bimatoprost, says Dr. Engelman, which targets the growth cycle of your eyelashes to make lashes grow faster, longer, and thicker.
Both formulas are effective, although Revitalash may take longer to work. In general, Revitalash is less expensive than Latisse. “Patients who have tried both may claim to have better results with one than the other,” says Dr. Hanson.
Do not use LATISSE® if you are allergic to one of its ingredients. If you use/used prescription products for eye pressure problems, use LATISSE® under doctor care. May cause brown darkening of the colored part of the eye which is likely permanent. LATISSE® may cause eyelid skin darkening which may be reversible.
LATISSE® is the first FDA-approved product to grow lashes longer, fuller and darker for those who do not have enough lashes. It has been studied for safety and efficacy and is available only by prescription.
"Revitalash contains a smaller amount of prostaglandin, called latanoprost, which can have similar results to Latisse (a prescription lash growth treatment), though it usually takes longer to see the effects.
LATISSE® is the first and only FDA-approved prescription treatment for inadequate or not enough eyelashes, growing them longer, fuller and darker. Discover the LATISSE® difference. LATISSE® solution is a growth treatment for lashes. In fact, it's the only FDA-approved treatment clinically proven to grow lashes.
When compared side by side, Latisse and Rodan + Fields Lash Boost are very comparable. Both sprays, for example, include bimatoprost, a prostaglandin. Latisse is more effective than Rodan + Fields Lash Boost because it penetrates the skin more thoroughly. Latisse is a simple drug to administer.
Do lash growth serums really work? According to Imani, yes, they work. Because eyelashes are made up of over 90 percent protein, many formulas contain amino acids or peptides (the building blocks of protein) to help to nourish lash hair while repairing any damage.
Swabs, Lash Tweezers, Brushes, and Accessories
The swabs, tweezers, and brushes you will need are not the same as the ones you might be using at home, and are specialized for eyelash technicians. The swabs you will need are actually often referred to as micro swabs or microbrushes.
Dermatologists do not recommend using Latisse on lower lashes. Applying Latisse to areas beyond the upper lash line may cause excess hair growth in unwanted areas. For best results, Latisse should only be applied to your upper lash line.
Kim herself swears by these natural-looking eyelashes by Ardell. In fact, she recently posted a video on her personal page in which makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic showed us how to apply them. These lashes are her go-to because they're individual, so they look and feel significantly more natural than full lash strips.
Castor oil versus lash serums.
Efficacy-wise, there isn't much of a difference between using straight castor oil and those castor-oil-infused serums. The only difference is that the lash serums probably lend a more appealing application.
Does Latisse have a generic? Yes, the generic version of Latisse is bimatoprost.
If you stop using LATISSE® at any time, your eyelashes will return to their previous appearance over several weeks to months. Set your sights on growth. As the treatment progresses, you'll first begin to see changes in length. Then, gradually, you'll notice more thickness and darkness in your lashes.
Vaseline is an occlusive moisturizer that can be used effectively on dry skin and eyelashes. It can't make eyelashes grow faster or longer, but it can moisturize them, making them look fuller and lusher. It isn't right for everyone, though.
However, Latisse isn't the only option that's available for enhancing your lashes. Other products include Lash Boost®, a popular eyelash growth serum made by Rodan + Fields, as well as others such as neuLash®, RevitaLash® and LASHFOOD®.
Latisse (bimatoprost) is available as a generic medication and may be significantly cheaper compared to the brand version.
Latisse is promoted by Brooke Shields. “When the F.D.A. approved this product for marketing, they made a determination that the side effects or misuse or inappropriate use could cause harm, and that's why they restricted it to a prescription drug,” said Carmen A.
The average cost of a 3mL bottle of Latisse (a one month supply) is $125, according to 506 reviews from RealSelf members. Latisse, the brand name for a medication with the active ingredient bimatoprost, can be applied to the lash line nightly to grow darker, longer, and thicker lashes in as quickly as six weeks.
Health insurance won't cover the cost of Latisse because its purpose is cosmetic. However, you may be able to look forward to savings, as some people cut back to one or two applications per week to maintain their enhanced lashes after about four months of daily application.