what is the best lash growth serum

Whether you are an eyelash artist or an ordinary consumer, you probably know from listening to everyone that eyelash growth serum has always been a magical thing.

I once suggested to a friend to do lash extension or diy her own eyelash, so that her eyes would look bigger and more beautiful. She replied: "I don't want to lash extension, just apply some eyelash growth serum. I feel that my eyelashes have grown a little during this period. I am considering buying another bottle in a few days and continue to apply it. Maybe they will grow very long."

 

Do eyelash growth serums really work?

Eyelash growth serum can be roughly divided into two categories: eyelash nourishing serum and eyelash growth serum.

① Nourishing eyelash growth serums are generally made of nourishing essences extracted from plants, combined with adhesives (which are similar to the functions of mascara), vaseline and wax, and piled on the eyelashes, which will make the eyelashes feel thicker.

There are many extracts listed in the ingredients, but the real effective ingredients come from the two "binders" in the middle (hydroxyethyl cellulose and VP/VA copolymer). In the end, it just makes the eyelashes look thicker and a little longer.

If you have just had eyelashes extension, this type of eyelash nourishing liquid is still worth using.

② Eyelash growth serum contains something called Bimatoprost.

So the question is, what is "Bimatoprost."?

The story goes like this. In 1999, Allergan, the largest pharmaceutical company in the United States, was developing a drug specifically for the treatment of glaucoma, called "Lumigan". During the clinical trial, a very strange "side effect" was discovered. The eyelashes of the experimental patients actually became longer.

So in 2008, researchers approved a product in the cosmetic formulation category - Latisse, which is specifically used to treat sparse eyelashes. (In fact, Latisse and the eye antihypertensive drug Lumigan are the same thing.)

 

this ingredient  indeed effective for consumers with sparse eyelashes, but they also come with certain side effects:

1. Conjunctivitis. The film-forming agents and colorants that may be contained in "eyelash growth liquid" not only do not have the function of growing eyelashes, but also easily irritate the conjunctiva and even the cornea after long-term use, causing a stinging sensation. Improper use can easily cause infectious diseases such as corneal ulcers and conjunctivitis.

2. Low intraocular pressure. The bimatoprost contained in "eyelash growth liquid" is a drug used for glaucoma, which has the effect of lowering intraocular pressure. If used for a long time by normal people, it will cause changes in intraocular pressure and even affect vision.

3. Pigmentation dark circles. According to statistics, 6% of people who use bimatoprost will have periocular pigmentation after one year, which will make the eyes more dull and produce the so-called "panda eyes".

4. Thinning of eyelids or sunken periocular area. The bimatoprost in "eyelash growth liquid" will cause the fat around the eyes to atrophy, resulting in sunken skin around the eyes, thinning of eyelids, and increased eye wrinkles. The eyes are not only dull but also look old.

 

So if you want to apply eyelash serum, we just recommend you Nourishing eyelash growth serums, nourish your natural eyelashes , and no other side effects. Hope this article be helpful for you .