Getting your eyelashes to grow longer can be done with prescription or over the counter mascara that you can use at home. There are options from which to choose, but treatments for longer eyelashes also come with some warnings. It may be best to discuss results with other individuals to ensure you will not be displeased with the results, or spend unnecessary money. Claims that products will make your eyelashes grow longer could produce varying results.
Step 1
Ask your physician, or dermatologist for a prescription for Latisse®, approved by the Food and Drug Administration to grow longer eyelashes. Latisse is manufactured by the pharmaceutical company Allergan. The active ingredient is bimatoprost, which prolongs the growth phase of the eyelashes. The product is available as an ophthalmic solution, or in mascara form.
Step 2
Apply an herbal- or vitamin-based product to make your eyelashes longer. Choose a blend of mascara that contains herbs that can condition the lashes, and are purported to promote eyelash growth. Rather than using harsh chemicals on your eyelashes found in most cosmetics, look for natural eyelash enhancing cosmetics that will promote healthy eyelashes and increased growth by providing nutrients to the hair follicles.
Step 3
Condition your eyelashes. Apply a conditioning eyelash cream at night time. Petroleum jelly or olive oil applied to the lashes is a home remedy that is thought to keep eyelashes moist and prevent breakage, potentially leading to longer eyelash length. They may just improve the appearance without really making them grow.
Step 4
Eat a balanced diet to make your eyelashes grow. Overall health and well being contributes to a healthy appearance, including skin and hair. Eat vitamin-rich foods that are plant-based to provide balance to the body, and make sure you have adequate protein intake. Changing your dietary habits can make eyelashes grow healthier and longer over time, with sustained results.
Things You'll Need
- Latisse
- Petroleum jelly
- Olive oil
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