Let’s clear some stuff up, shall we?
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I actually did a lot of research on Latisse (and other eye lash growers) before I wrote my last blog entry. Now that I’ve been using Latisse, I’ve done even more research and noticed that there is a lot of wrong information about the product on the web.
For example:
This website “puts to the test” LiLash vs. Latisse. LiLash is another product that promises longer lashes. The review is obviously biased toward LiLash. The errors in the review are as follows:
+”Requires a visit to your doctor to obtain a prescription. Most insurance companies do not cover visits related to cosmetic procedures or products. Most insurance companies also do not cover prescriptions for cosmetic purposes, either, so the cost of the product will be out-of-pocket.”
While it is true that Latisse can only be obtained by prescription, it is NOT true that a doctor’s visit is required. I simply walked into the doctors office and they handed me the product. My visit was free of charge.
+”Costs between $125-165 per tube depending on where you live. Each tube lasts only two months.”
My tube cost $120, and if used sparingly (click here to read comment from Linda on how to make Latisse last), can last at least ten weeks.
+”Does not have any conditioning ingredients added to keep eyelashes from feeling brittle or hard.”
This point is actually true, but a lash conditioner or primer will keep your lashes from feeling brittle for WAY less money than LiLash (sephora.com has about a million lash conditioners to choose from). In fact, the way that LiLash works to grow your eyelashes is the same way a hair conditioner works to grow your hair. It helps prevent it from breaking, but doesn’t speed up the process of growth. Latisse has an actual drug in it (Lumigan) that increases hair growth.
These products make similar promises to grow your hair, but they work COMPLETELY differently than each other. LiLash works for women who have dry and brittle lashes, but if you don’t, it won’t help you grow your lashes any longer than your genetics want you to. Keep this in mind when deciding what eyelash grower you should use.
For best results, I would suggest using Latisse and a lash conditioner together (not LiLash though because it is applied the same way as Latisse and they may counteract each other).
Hope this entry clears up any confusion anyone may have.
xoxo,
Sarah
Your PJ
Sarah,
I appreciate your efforts to set the record straight but you seem to be misinformed regarding products like Lilash that contain similar types of ingredients(i.e. prostaglandin analogues) to those contained in Latisse. That they may counteract each other is also very questionable given their silmilarity. On what basis do make the above comparison and assessment? If you have facts, I for one, would like to see them. Thanks for your time.
I personally have used both Latisse and Lilash and have found the results to be very comparable with Lilash way more convenient and way less irritating. Let othewrs way in as well.
Kim
This product does not always require an RX (depending on your state), and can be obtained for way cheaper at axon medical supplies.
In response to Kim:
Thank you for pointing out the error in my wording. I completely misused the word “counteract” when I talked about why I wouldn’t suggest using Latisse AND LiLash at the same time. What I meant was that because they are both applied to the lash line the way that eyeliner is, applying one on top of the other might dilute the other. For example, if I applied Latisse and then LiLash on top of it, LiLash might wash the Latisse off. However, I have never tried this, so it’s possible it wouldn’t make any difference at all. I was just speculating.
In response to your asking where I got my information from, I can direct you to this website: http://www.eyelash-growth-products.com/lilash-reviews-59/ where it explains that LiLash works by hydrating your lashes so that they have the ability to reach their full potential. Latisse, on the other hand, does not hydrate, it uses a drug that actually stimulates growth.
After reading more about LiLash, I am very interested in trying it. It looks like a safer and more comfortable (not to mention more natural) way to allow my lashes to reach their full potential. However, I’m trying Latisse right now mostly beacuse I am interested in the new technology and whether it works.
Hope that cleared up your questions,
Sincerely,
Sarah
Your PJ
Latisse is actually just a rebranded and overpriced medication for Glaucoma. Generic Latisse is only $12.50 per bottle versus the $99-$120 the dermatologists, med-spas and plastic surgeons charge. Look here http://bit.ly/4wmJfw for how to get it for the correct price without the outrageous markup.
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Lilash does grow lashes. It is some kind of glaucoma med (the active ingredient) coupled with conditioners. Apparently, users of this glaucoma med found that their lashes were growing, so they added some things, removed others, marked it up and that’s Lilash. I did plenty of research on it before I started using it and have been using it for roughly two years. Honestly, it does grow your lashes. It doesn’t make them thicker or darker, but they are MUCH longer.
I was nervous about using Lilash b/c I read that it was potentially harmful and could change your eye color. Many user reviews stated that this was unlikely to happen and I haven’t had a problem. It sounds like Latisse has the same warnings (based on their commericals).
I’m going to try Latisse this month because there is a rebate and a special going on at my doc’s office, but it seems like Lilash is going to last longer for roughly the same price in the long run.