I'm only two weeks in to using the Lumigan that I bought in Mexico, so too early to tell yet.

I started using Rapid Lash a few months ago. I'm happy with the results. I wish I had done before and after photos to show you.

About 6 weeks ago, I had a lash lift done. If you haven't heard of that, it's a lot like a "perm" on your eyelashes, where they are curled, so they always look like you used an eyelash curler, and then tinted. You can select the tint color - I selected black - so the lashes look full and curled, all the time. I stopped wearing mascara when I had it done. Now I have saved myself a minute of time each morning, and even more time each evening, when I felt like I was in a wrestling match with my mascara, trying to remove it.

I have a GF using Rodan & Fields, and she loves it. The only issue is that she developed some (not permanent) discoloration on her eyelids. But the discoloration is easily covered up with shadow. I wouldn't let that stop me if I were considering it.

For me, the results with Latisse are pretty long lasting. I can forget to apply it for days at a time without diminishing the results. When we had our flooring done and had to clear out the house, it went missing for a couple of weeks and I didn't notice a difference. I probably use it two or three days a week now, mainly because I forget to put it on.

I've been using Latisse for 12 weeks, which is the length of time they say it takes for full results. I started seeing growth after 3 weeks and substantial change after 7. I think I've forgotten one or two applications (I apply at night).

Besides getting longer, my lashes seem curled and darker. I have gone without mascara here and there which amazes me. Although I had medium length lashes before, I really needed mascara and an eyelash curler to make them more visible. It's gotta be better for lashes not to subject them to the vise crimper.

I'm still on my first bottle, so I imagine I'm going to get 4-ish months out of one bottle, applying daily. At some point it will be good to back off a bit for maintenance, but I'll need a reminder system. :)

I took photos yesterday but the extreme closeup of my pores is too off-putting to share.

A Lash Lift? Who knew? I've got to check that out. Has anyone else done this?

I'm very interested in your results also. As I've talked about here before, I have been a long time lash-extension devotee. In late October, out of no where, I had a reaction to the glue used to apply the lasthes. I had a regular fill done, same as dozens of times before, but over the next few days I slowly developed red, itchy, swollen eyeslids. It got so bad after a week or so that I had to take my lashes off. My eyelids quickly went back to normal. I gave them a break for a few weeks and then right before I went away for Christmas I had a full set done again. That was the Thursday before Christmas... by Saturday I had to take them off again. I've apparently developed some sort of sensitivity to the glue.

I was so disappointed, I'd been hoping the reaction I had in October was a one-time, freak occurrence. Not going to lie.... I cried when I took them off. Totally a first world problem and a bit ridiculous, but I loved my lashes. So now I'm looking for an alternative. A few people have recommended the magnetic lashes which I might try because they're not terribly expensive and you get immediate results. And, then I might try the Latisse or a similar product - so I'm very interested in hearing your results.

Smh, see link about Castor Oil I'm including.

I'm embarrassed to admit this but I only began using the lash serum last night. The serum & compact mirror is next to the bed so I'll remember.

Whether this serum works or not, next time I'm using Castor Oil as Lash Serum.

When we began discussing lash serums I remember reading that Castor Oil does the same thing, but I bought a serum online. Yesterday I stumbled onto a how-to video about eyebrows (did you know we are NOT to use a magnifying mirror for that?), and the model included in her video how she uses Castor Oil for her lashes and brows. I'm using the serum on my brows also.

Today I googled Castor Oil for eyelash growth and what I read was amazing! Save your money and buy some C.O. :)

I just recently got my Rapid Lash and only found a brush I wanted to use with it yesterday. DH went to bed early, so I haven't started yet but am ready. I had one of those days where several lashes fell out on the same day, so I am ready to see how it works.

I had seen castor oil sold for the same purpose, but had mixed feelings about trying it. My mom told such horror stories about castor oil that I have never wanted to mess with it -- much less be putting it on my face. But it sure seems simple and less expensive. I will be curious how it works for you, Oakley

Today I went without mascara/curling and it's better than before Latisse when I had do both religiously. In fact, with these long lashes, it's almost a better daytime/outdoor look.

LASH LIFT! Where does one get that done? I want it.

I had my lashes dyed once, before a beach vacation. Interestingly, the woman who did my eyebrows said another aesthetician would have to do that, since she had not been trained in it ... explaining that she was from Mass. and they do not allow eyelash-dying there. (?)

I have had the product for probably a month and not yet used it ... i keep thinking I need to buy a brush, but I don't know what kind?

Mtn, an ordinary eyeliner brush is fine. I bought mine at Rite Aid for $8 or so. Also a fine artist brush would work, the kind you get in a bargain pack at Michael's. It's not super precision work.

Thanks, Linelle, It is going on my to-do list!

I googled "lash perm" in my area, and I found a salon that does the perm and dying for $70. It said that it lasts about 6 weeks, and that the dye used is vegetable based. It still seems weird to use any kind of chemicals so close to the eyes.

As far as eyebrows go, I've been using the Just For Men beard and mustache dye on my eyebrows every few weeks (when I remember), it's fast and easy, and works well.

FWIW

https://www.today.com/style/eyebrow-eyelash-tinting-brilliant-beauty-service-or-health-risk-t101416

MTN, I got an elf angled eyeliner brush at Target for $3 after seeing it on Ulta's website. Ulta doesn't have them in the stores yet.

I had my eyelashes tinted once or twice many years ago. I didn't have any problems and was happy with the results. I just didn't keep it up and when I looked into it a few years back, the salon didn't do it and I didn't look into it further. The gal interviewed makes perfect sense -- vegetable dyes, individually packaged and a skin screening for reactions. But for now, I'm curious to see how the lash treatment works.

Years ago I purchased an eyebrow coloring kit online. I was using Proactive and it had bleached out my eyebrows and they were a reddish color.

I ordered brown and black. I figured I would go with the black (dumb idea). There was a big news event on tv and I forgot I had the dye on for longer than suggested. When I washed it out they were the darkest of black! My eyebrows are generally a darker brown.

It was sort of funny bc I looked angry (the dark thick eyebrows) and it reminded me of that Seinfeld episode about Uncle Leo's eyebrows and the shape and color made everyone think he was angry. haha

Hope a little more Proactive lightened them up again. LOL

So I decided to order the cheap stuff from Amazon just to see what might happen. I ordered pretty much the cheapest stuff available, Eyelash Wonder Serum, for around $18. It arrived several days before Christmas so I’ve been using it at night for about 3 weeks. I forgot a couple of times. I haven’t seen any appreciable difference so far. But I haven’t seem to have lost any eyelashes either. I looked up most of the ingredients, and the only one that is remotely similar to the active in Latisse or Lumigan is listed 5th down.

I plan to keep using it at least until the end of this month when I have an appointment with my cosmetic surgeon for a cyst removal, and I plan to get Latisse at that time.

A couple of years ago I bought one vial of Latisse. I’d heard that you could also use it on your eyebrows, too, and so I applied it as directed to both my lash line and brows every night before bed. Very sparingly. Bad move in my case, though! I ended up growing eyebrow hairs is bizarre places above and below my natural brows! I think the syrum spread while I slept, even though I was very careful to let it dry completely before lying down. I also developed a cyst on my upper lashline! Anyhoo, I’ve been too paranoid to try it again. But, I think I’m going to try Oakley’s suggestion of using castor oil and see how that works for me.

While doing my makeup today I actually was thinking how I'm going to color my brows.

Definitely want a lash lift.

I did a lash lift about 2 months ago, but the curl part, not the tinting. The results are mostly gone but I am planning on getting one again. Here are the results for those interested, completely au naturele.

Kellie, very nice! Also, I wish any part of me looked that good up close.

For those planning to use Latisse: My lashes not only got longer/thicker/darker, but they are curling. Not as much as above, which is probably a good thing with long ones or else they'd look cartoonish.

Linelle - I also just started using the Rodan and Fields Lash Boost so we will see what happens with the next lash lift once they are longer! I only use it maybe 2-3 times per week so probably not the same results as the Latisse!

I have eyelash extensions. It's completely out of character for me, but OMG, I LOVE them. Recently I also had a bit of a problem with the glue as well. It only lasted a day or two, then was better. On my next fill she used a "sensitive" glue and it was much better. My coworker had to remove hers because of the same issue. We were thinking maybe it had something to do with the cold weather setting in.

I don’t know if mine are longer (I’m not using Latisse, I’m using a Peter Thomas Roth turbo lash product) but I do think they’re healthier looking and the little “bald spot” I had on one lash line has filled in.

I can’t find the original thread about this — I was going to compare my current lashes to the pic I had posted there. If someone can find it and link to it here...??

I just placed an order for Rodan & fields on eBay $139. I was a Latisse user and happy with price and results. Went w/the R&F b/c the girl I saw who used it had better results than I had.

BTW I did lash extensions and I cried the glue off the extensions. I guess adhesive was too irritating. Pretty and natural but short lived.

Thanks for all the feedback!

Original thread for sueb20.

Ok, I really didn’t think there was THAT much difference until I looked at these pics! This is from using Peter Thomas Roth turbo lash.

Before

After (about a month later)

Wow Sueb, great results.

Bethpen, you've given me hope! I'm going to ask my lash tech if she's ever heard of a product for sensitive skin. The two places I've gone to have my lashes done both use the Misencil brand. Maybe I'd even have better luck with another brand of glue.

Sueb, fantastic lashes!

I went with Rapid lash because it was at Costco so a good price, lots of reviews, mostly positive and Costco stands behind it. I have only used it a few times, but I am finding it seems to make the edge of my eyes dry and the edge of my eyelids sensitive. I have used it a few times, 2-3 days apart, and the dryness and sensitivity fades about that time and then repeats, so I think I have a cause and effect now. I might try it another time or two to see if the issues lessen, but I'm thinking I may have to try a different product.

ETA: II went to Ulta's website and compared the ingredients for Turbo Lash and Rapid Lash. They are very different. I also didn't see eye dryness or pain sensitivity at the lash base listed as cons, so this may be my peculiar reaction to one of the ingredients. That should be good for the rest of you and it gives me some confidence that the ingredients in these products vary quite a bit and I may be able to find one I can use.

Years ago I used a lash serum called "Lilash" with excellent results. I purchased some for my sister who was undergoing chemo and she also was thrilled. Then it was discontinued :( . Since then I've used Revitalash, Rapidlash and Lash Boost. They all work o.k. on me but not as well as Lilash. But then DS said she heard it was back but perhaps with a new formulation.

So, I was trying to find more info about that when I came across a review of Latisse vs. LashBoost. One of the commenters said she purchases the generic version of Latisse, Careprost, through alldaychemist and it appears no rx is necessary.

Does anyone have any experience with alldaychemist or Careprost? The price is extremely reasonable. It sounds too good to be true and you know what they say about that! https://www.alldaychemist.com/careprost-3ml.html