This video is right up my alley! As a consumer, I am often examining where beauty meets health, and you offered exactly the kind of information that I am seeking in that quest. Thank you!
Go in your kitchen get food grade castor oil food grade olive oil food grade coconut oil. Mix equal parts and apply to clean shin lashes and brows every night. You can also add false tears to your homemade lash serum. Easy fast and very affordable.
@@DrRupaWong Hi Dr. Rupa, are you an ophtalmologyst? And i want to ask you about those serums for eyebrows only, they can cause also fat loss around the eyes? Help me please, i have big problem in my eyebrows 😩
I used Latisse for a long time, it caused edema in the back of my eye and had a hole in the back of my eye which changed my vision and had to have surgery. It is a side effect and not a common one. I loved the long lashes but not worth the side effect I had.
I'm so sorry to hear that. Yes, there are definitely potential side effects and if it's worth the risk for women, that's great. But, I just want to educate others so that what happened to you doesn't come as a surprise to them.
They are all pretty much the same. Lol. They all can cause irritation, itchy eyes and bumps and skin discoloration, but that doesn't mean they will, but they could.
I looked up “do lash serums work” and yours was the first video to pop up. Glad to hear all this important info before considering other peoples testimonies about lash serums and making my choice.
Thank you very much for this informative video. I’ve used Rodan and Fields for two years now with no ill effects and it has certainly made my lashes longer. I was looking into changing to GrandeLash as it is less expensive. I feel much more comfortable giving it a try now because of its similarity to Lash Boost.
Thanks for the info! FYI, Lash Boost just settled a multi million dollar class action suit re not disclosing the potential irritation and color change due to the isopropyl cloprostenate (spelling?).
I’m a med student and when I was taking ophthalmology the female residents recommended buying the generic galucoma drops and applying them to the eyelash line without getting it in your eyes. I didn’t do it because that sounded dangerous tbh hahahaha. Thoughts?
I am a retired ophthalmic technician. I miss my Lumigan samples because they made my lashes really long and pretty. Some of our male glaucoma patients used to request lash trimming because their lashes would be up against their eyeglass lenses. One of your commenters claimed Latisse caused a hole in the back of her eye causing vision loss. I worked at a large retina practice for 9 years. Applying an eye drop to your lashes will not cause a macular hole!
Absolutely correct! Some cases of macular edema with prostaglandins which I think is what the comments must have been referring to. Sometimes you can get a macular pseudo hole with edema, so that's what I assumed the commentor meant.
@@DrRupaWong Your response to this comment does not make sense considering the response you gave the aforementioned commenter "a breeze" that reported the referred side effect. This is the copy/paste of your response: «I'm so sorry to hear that. Yes, there are definitely potential side effects and if it's worth the risk for women, that's great. But, I just want to educate others so that what happened to you doesn't come as a surprise to them.». I interpret this response as a validation. Yet, now you seem to be contradicting yourself. Would you be so kind as to clarify your position when it comes to the side effect in question, please? I am confused when it comes to the purpose of this video, all things considered, and your apparent contradiction. Thank You.
Thank you so much for this video! I was wondering about your thoughts on the Dr. Lara Devgan Platinum Long Lash. It seems to be safe to use but I'm honestly afraid of all these side effects and want to know if they are possible with this product, as well. Here is the ingredient list: Water, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Butylene Glycol, Trifolium Pratense/ Clover Flower Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Dextran, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol
Just wanted to check - was there a follow-up to your question? I did not find a prostaglandin / analogue in the ingredients, but there are some studies on the efficacy of the peptides.
I never thought about including pricing, that's a great idea! Will do for the lash serum part 2 video. Some people have requested I look at some other serums as well. I'd say my favorite until it caused my skin to darken was lashboost.
Thank you for sharing your reviews. For sure you can get Latisse to give you a promo code or something since you are highly recommending their product 😊
I am so glad to come across your RU-vid channel, where it was very insightful and entertaining to get information and advices about serums from a doctor’s perspective.
Thank you so much for the info! I have very sensitive dry eyes and photo phobia so I always try to be extra cautious with new eye products. I've been looking into Silly George Lash Serum, they have great reviews but I couldn't find much info on the potential side effects of these ingredients. Any thoughts? Ingredients: Purified water, Sodium chloride, Benzalkonium chloride, EPMBiological Enzyme, Citric acid, Disodium phosphate, Cellulose gum.
Thank you! I have zero desire to put hormones or hormone analogs around my eyes - or anywhere - so thank you for explaining what is actually in these products.
Thanks for breaking down the ingredients! In all seriousness though, my coworker used grande lash and it did literally grow her lashes. All her lashes fell out due to something that is escaping my memory.. and it took a few months to regrow them
Very helpful! I had irritation from Revitalash, but no problem with Neulash and it seems to enhance noticeably volume and lash length with consistent use for 7 or more months. Thank you for a great ingredients education!👏🏻
Yes, I got Neulash from an ophthalmology conference, so figured it must be pretty decent. I haven't tried it for an extended period of time yet though! Glad to hear it works for you.
No study which shows topical biotin is effective for lashes BUT there was one study which used it in combination with minoxidil (Rogaine) and some other chemicals for male alopecia. So, might be!
What about putting Vaseline under your eyes when you place the latisse in the lower lid…I absolutely hate Vaseline but it does clog pores and keep from connection of a product or locking it in like slugging which is now popular
Dr. Rupa Wong I worked with a girl that mixed jojoba oil and cold pressed castor oil. She said it worked and I did notice her lashes were longer and fuller. I know both of these oils have wonderful benefits, but do you have any insight on applying them to your lash line? I don’t want to go blind!
@@sandraw7832 they def aren’t as prominent anymore but the dark spot that formed on the outer crease area of my eye is still there and noticeable even after dropping it for a year ☹️ I definitely don’t recommend it.
Hello! Can you do a video about how to get rid of bags under eyes? Also, any good eye cream you would recommend or safe cosmetic procedures to keep eye area looking youthful? Thank you!!!
I thought you were supposed to get the serum into the root of the eyelashes, so that's why you put it on like a liquid liner. If you put it on a spoolie, how can it actually get to where the hair comes out and touch the skin and pore that the hair is coming out of?
Not necessarily. I have done a video on castor oil. I'll link it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-plc1H9cdYbU.html Thank you for your question!
Thank you. I just ordered the Grande Lash in the mail. This is excellent information to have. I also purchased organic castor oil for eyelash conditioner. I’ve only been applying it sporadically. Is that safe to put on your eyelashes?
Hey doc ! I want to ask you.. my friend says oil products like castor, coconut, and jojoba works for her.. what makes it work ?? She doesn't have really thick eyebrow/long lashes genetics. And I've seen your video about castor oil, it just moisturize the lashes/brows, not making them longer...
Hello, LOVE your videos! They are SO informative. I am inquiring about Latisse because it causes hair growth, however, when discontinued the hair growth gradually returns to previous appearance. If so, what would you recommend? Thanks! ♥️
Yes unfortunately once you stop using it, it does return back to your usual lash length. I know some people have a lot of success with lash conditioners, though they haven't been proven to decrease lash loss. I actually stopped using everything and am just giving my lashes a break!
If you quit any serum the lashes eventually go back to normal. But once your lashes are where you want them to be you can just use the serum every other day, 1x a day or every 2 days, so it's much cheaper.
Great video! Love your personality (and your adorable puppy). Very informative and straightforward. Thank you for saving me money on all these lash “grow” fads/Instagram ads. Could you make a separate video on lash perms? They’re getting popular but I’m skeptical about the benefits vs dangers.
Yeah, I don't think lash perms are all that great for your eyes - I definitely can do one. I was thinking of ordering a kit online and seeing what they have in them. I did a doctor reacts to lash perm here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KyQlZEsd0WI.html
I have dry eyes and Babe Lash really exacerbated the condition to the point my lack of tear film alarmed my eye doctor. I ended up having to take doxy. I read that a very high percentage of people treated for glaucoma with the medication that contains the Latisse active ingredient suffer with dry eye.
Love the information! So educational! Can u please do a video on babelash serum, its getting a lot of hype and I wanted to know the side effects and if it’s safe to use, Please and thank you!
I don't think it works. I've had two tubes and am using it every other day, with grande lash every other day and my lashes are staying the same. The serums say to use every day 1 or 2x a day then when you get to where you're happy, or they won't grow anymore, you can just use it every other day. So, my point is that my lashes are not growing anymore, and if babe lash worked, then my lashes would be a little bit longer, because rn they are about 90% of how long and thick I know they can grow, and they are just staying at 90%. But that's just my opinion, and tbh, I started with Lash Food and that didn't work either, then went to Grande and that's when my lashes started really growing. Now I'm using Babe lash and grande and when my Grande runs out I'm going to use Neulash, which I kinda hope doesn't work as well, Because it's too damn much. Lol. Point is, some serums work diff for diff people. Maybe try babe lash, it can't really hurt, unless you get side effects. The worst one I had was my eye was a Lil itchy and was a little pink where I put it,but after my eyes got used to it, it didn't happen anymore. It lasted on and off for like 2 or 3 weeks, not every day though.
can you please explain why the active ingredient in latisse doesn't increase melanin in blue/green eyes but only brown eyes? is it because the former lacks melanin to begin with, and it can't create melanin?
@@DrRupaWong Does it have the color pigmenting ingredient? Because I don’t want to lose my hazel eyes. I use their mascara too! Only one that works for me without giving me an allergic reaction
Hii ,i just wanna say that i have been checking your videos about lash growth and serums and i would really love if you could see if viebeauti eyelash serum is safe,so many people are saying it's really good and that it doesnt have prostaglandins.Tysm ♡
What do you suggest for lower eyelashes? My problem is that I have missing lash hairs on my left lower eyelid. There is not any lashes there which makes it a bit odd since I have long lashes elsewhere
I’m a teen and think I have blepharitis, I get crust on my eyes and the dry out my eyelashes which sometimes cause them to fall out. Going to my doctor about it.
Yes, I’ve heard this too and really want her insight on this matter!!! I would love to try these lash serums and have longer lashes, but not at the expense of changing the fat around my eyes and making me look older 😬
@@jgalt5002 there’s no clear data on what percentage of people that happens to apparently but I read some dermatologist said it happens to all people to varying degrees . My lashes were phenomenal but unfortunately it sucked the fat from underneath my eyes as well as gave me dark circles
I - and others I know - get mad dark circles from isopropyl cloprostenate (I think that's the ingredient). It looks like I've been punched in the eyes after a few weeks of usage :(
Hey awesome video it was very informative. Do you know if the lash serums cause darkness& orbital fat loss because it gets absorbed into the skin and somehow transfers to other areas? Or is it because incorrect application? Can the darkness & orbital fat loss be prevented if I add like an under eye patch or Vaseline as a barrier between my skin and the chemical?
So that's what I used to recommend and what I did personally - applied Vaseline to the lower lid to prevent absorption, but it's not guaranteed. The orbital fat atrophy was when the drop was instilled in the eye, so probably less likely to happen with correct application, but still a possibility.
Hi, what about Vegamour's serum? It looks like they don't have prostaglandins or hormone synthetics. I worry about periorbital fat loss and really want some long lashes. I loved my Latisse but I need to stop the use.
.....nut in closing, which would you recommend in the OTC. It sound like you've done self clinical trials. Which did you find the safe but mist effective? Thank you.
Is there any way to surgically correct orbital fat atrophy and continue using latisse and revitalash? I do not want my lashes to get shorter , or is it worth it to save for eyelash transplants ?
I considered using latisse but am concerned about the "orbital fat atrophy" that you mention in your video. I have found that as I age, my face looks more drawn and gaunt than it used to, so I don't want to use anything that will emphasize this aspect. How prevalent is this side effect and is it something I should be worried about? Do the other serums you mention also have this issue?
Hi! Your videos are very informative. So glad these information are coming from an Ophthalmologist. I’m always so skeptical on any cosmetics and always try to read up as much reviews and research as possible before purchasing. Is it possible to look into this recent line of lash serum called DIME lash serum, which got a lot of good reviews and claims in being non irritant and vegan? TIA!💓
Hi Deandre, I will look into this. Thank you for the suggestion! In the meantime, if you would like to watch my video on my favorite natural serums, you can watch it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9ehrWmpxQZQ.html
Hii! I loved your video, it was really helpful! I've been using Nanolash for approximately a month and a half, and I think I might have developed dry eye. I just noticed today that I can keep my eyes open for more than a minute without them watering and I know that eyelash serums can cause it, but I don't really know if it's dangerous and if I should stop using the serum or not. I don't feel any discomfort in my eyes, maybe they just feel slightly blurry (?) and they look normal. Oh, and also because of the serum sometimes I get tiny bumps on my upper and lower lash line, but they go away in two/three days so I'm not really worried but I just thought I'd add this! Thanks for reading, please give me advice ☁️💞
Thanks so much, is the best information on this subject. It scares me a bit knowing that is like Lumigan, because it has to affect the eye pressure, right? Also I will subscribe to your channel 👍
