Beautiful lashes are a very desired feminine trait. Women spend thousands of dollars a year on mascara, false eyelashes, and eyelash extensions. In our youth, most of us don’t fully appreciate our longer, thicker lashes. Have you ever noticed the seemingly perfect eyelashes of a baby? As we age, many of us realize that our lashes just don’t look lucious as they used to – even with a good coat of dark mascara!
The truth is eyelashes undergo the same aging process that our hair and skin endure. They become thinner in dimension as well as in density. Lashes can also shorten and straighten over time, with less of an outward and upward curve. And just like our hair, loss of pigment will of course happen in time, as well.
So what can we do? There are countless eyelash treatments on the market promising miraculous results. But do they work? And do some work better than others?
There are a handful of serums on the market that claim to deliver results, but in my opinion, the gold standard in eyelash enhancement is Latisse. This FDA-approved prescription treatment is in a league of its own.
So why is Latisse so great?
Latisse isn’t just another run of the mill over the counter serum. It’s a revolutionary solution designed to address lash issues at their core. By prolonging the active growth phase of your eyelashes, Latisse fosters natural, long-lasting improvement. Patients will actually see fuller,
longer, and darker lashes in as little as 3 to 4 months.
Understanding the Science of Eyelash Growth
The science behind Latisse is captivating, and its creation story is truly remarkable. It’s often said that the most remarkable inventions are born from accidents, and in this case, that certainly rings true!
Back in 2001, Allergan, the company that manufactures Latisse, developed a medicated eye drop used to treat ocular hypertension (increased pressure in the eye). In addition to successfully lowering eye pressure which is the only treatable risk for glaucoma, many patients using this medication reported a common side effect. They began to grow longer, fuller and darker lashes!
This led Allergan to begin its study of this medication’s active ingredient, bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03%, for the sole purpose of generating lash growth. After conducting a clinical trial on safety and efficacy, Latisse earned its FDA approval in December 2008. It remains as the only FDA approved eyelash growth serum. Since then, more than one million bottles of Latisse have been sold.
The magic behind the product is quite simple. Much like other hair follicles, eyelashes undergo a distinct growth phase, and Latisse works by extending one of those phases, allowing lashes to thrive for a prolonged period.
Beware of imposter products!
While countless over-the-counter serums flood the market, few will actually deliver on their promises. Many rely on ingredients like biotin, which unfortunately won’t miraculously make your natural lashes grow extra long. However, biotin will help them stay healthy so they don’t fall out prematurely. Others have ingredients that can cause severe irritation and redness. And beware of deals that are too good to be true with serums you may find online. They can be expired or imposter products. Scary!
Enhancing Your Eyelashes with Latisse vs Lash Extensions
Lash extensions can be a beautiful facial enhancement, but there is a time commitment when it comes to regular appointments and a large price tag associated with the maintenance of keeping up with them. When you do the math breakdown on Latisse to grow your own eyelashes, you are looking at a spending breakdown of an average of $3-4 dollars a day or more to reap the benefits of your own natural gorgeous lashes.
Visit DermaPrecision to try this product today, and see REAL results for yourself.
You can come in anytime to purchase this product, and we are happy to answer any questions you may have. We are happy to help you feel like your most beautiful self!
Until next time,
XO,
Christina…. Always here to help you enhance your inner radiance
