Eyelash Growth Products: Something to Bat Your Eyes At?

 

by Jennie Wallace, 

Spa Director

 

As consumers we have all felt the sting of buying a product that makes a lot of promises but fails to deliver. It has made us wary shoppers, and we really want to know if a product works before we invest our hard-earned money into it. This doesn't stop us from longing for products that will make us look and feel better about ourselves, and we all want to know the bottom line.

 

In the last few years there has been so much hype about eyelash growth products. Those of us not blessed with long eyelashes want to rush out and buy one of these products, but our cautious sides ask, "Do eyelash growth products really work?"

What Causes Short Eyelashes?

In order to understand whether or not eyelash growth products really work, it helps to understand what causes some women to have short, sparse eyelashes to begin with. Several things contribute to eyelashes being short, but it all boils down to one thing: unhealthy, brittle lashes.

Eyelashes, like the hairs on your head, have growth spurts where old lashes fall out to make room for new ones. In many cases, your eyelashes don’t have the chance to grow out to their full length because they are pulled out or break before they finish growing.

Wearing mascara, washing off eye makeup, and rubbing your eyes can all pull out your eyelashes or cause them to break. If your lashes lack the vitamins and minerals necessary to be moist and pliable, then they are more likely to be damaged. Keeping all this in mind, let’s look at what eyelash growth products do.

What These Products Do For Your Lashes

Not all eyelash growth products are the same. Some contain ingredients that will cause your lashes to grow faster, while others only condition your lashes making them healthier and more likely to grow to their full potential. There are also other eyelash enhancement products that combine these two benefits.

Products that stimulate eyelashes to grow can work rapidly, but at a risk to your eyes. These products contain a form of prostaglandin, which is a key ingredient in glaucoma medication and is known to cause rapid eyelash growth. It is considered unsafe because it can cause severe irritation to the tissue surrounding your eyes and your eyes themselves. It can also cause vision impairment and darken your irises and the skin of your eyelids. These types of products should be avoided at all costs.

Eyelash growth products that condition your eyelashes and help them grow a bit faster are usually considered safe, although some do contain ingredients that can irritate sensitive eyes. The best enhancement products are those that both stimulate eyelash growth and condition your eyelashes to keep them from breaking.

Choosing The Right Eyelash Growth Product

Even the best eyelash growth product isn’t going to be equally effective for everyone. However, you can increase your chances of finding a good eyelash growth product by researching online and studying their lists of ingredients to ensure that the product does not contain anything that you might be sensitive to. Next, check for clinical studies, testimonials, and reviews regarding each specific product you are interested in. Take note, not just regarding whether or not the product works, but also whether or not there are negative side effects from using it.

Two eyelash growth products that have received excellent reviews in the past are RevitaLash & Marini Lash. Both are carried by Center MedSpa—and RevitaLash Advanced is on sale through October 15.

 

 

 

The Best Way to Stretch

 

by Lisa Flores, 

Massage Therapist

 

You probably already know that stretching is beneficial to your muscles, but if you want to know the best methods to maximize your flexibility, then consider Active Isolated Stretching!

 

The Aaron Mattes Method of Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) improves functional movement for everyday living by restoring the elasticity of the fascia and muscles surrounding joints.

 

AIS is easily distinguished from other forms of stretching in that each repetition is held for only 2 seconds. The short duration allows the targeted muscle to effectively lengthen without triggering tension or trauma in the tissues. Each stretch is initiated by contracting an opposite muscle or muscle group to reach the stretch position. These movements are controlled, deliberate, and smooth; and can be done on your own or assisted by an AIS therapist.

 

Flexibility is desirable for all individuals because it is an important aspect of general health and physical fitness. AIS is a safe and empowering way to gain postural awareness and increase muscle strength while simultaneously expanding your range of motion.

 

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