Eyelashes have long been a girl’s best friend, giving her a sexy, flirty appearance that frame her eyes and speak volumes to those she encounters. So, what’s the latest buzz on lashes?
These days, you can find many new ways to enhance the appearance of your lashes.
These lash enhancements include topical cosmetics such as lash lengthening mascaras, clear mascaras designed to give you a natural, no mascara look to your lashes. Other options include lash extensions that have taken the place of full sets of false lashes, and are usually applied 
by an expert, and can last around 30 days or so.
The latest, most permanent way to increase lash volume, length, and density is by using a lash growth factor, or lash growth stimulator.
There are many lash growth stimulators on the market today, some of which are available for purchase from beauty supplies, department stores or discount stores, while others are available through medical offices only. We carry LATISSE, a lash enhancement product put out by the Allergan Pharmaceutical company. You can stop in, call or email us to purchase this product. There is a brief history and medical questionnaire that will be asked of you - in order to make sure that LATISSE is right for you.
Lash stimulators work! They increase the length of your lashes, the thickness, and give you a dark, rich color to your lashes.
Before purchasing a lash growth product, there are a few things you should be aware of:
- Check the ingredients – many of these over-the-counter lash growth products contain nothing more than conditioners that do little to stimulate lash growth, and can be expensive. Other ingredients may include prostaglandin-type components that are used in ocular glaucoma type eye medications and should not be used if you have any type of ocular pressure abnormalities in your eyes. Because of this, it is important you read the ingredients and the warnings associated with each product you consider using. Some lash stimulators have been taken off the market due to the components within them, and should not be used without the care and consent of your medical provider.
- Most lash growth products require nightly application for 30 days before results are seen. Most individuals using these products see a significant improvement in their lashes.
- Some lash compounds can stain the iris of the eyes, or the colored part of your eyes, especially if you have green or blue eyes. This staining or discoloration can be permanent, so be sure you are willing to accept this side effect if you choose to use these products.
- Most eyelash stimulators will create some irritation and redness around they eyes upon initial use. There may be a slight discoloration to the skin of the upper lids where the lash stimulator is applied.
- Lash stimulators must be used in order to maintain the enhanced results of the lashes.
- Once the lash stimulators are discontinued, the lashes will eventually return to their original state, this may take anywhere from 30 to 90 days.