What is the difference between Lumigan, Latisse and Mylash?
All three products contain the same solution of 0.03% bimatoprost.
Lumigan is the name for the original product based on this solution, an eyedrop which treats glaucoma. Glaucoma is a condition affecting the pressure within your eyeball. The treatment was used successfully by millions of patients over a prolonged period.
A well documented side effect of this treatment was eyelash growth. The active ingredient, bimatoprost, is a prostaglandin analogue, which has since been found to stimulate the hair growth cycle, resulting in hair that is longer, thicker and darker. Many patients grew noticeably longer and thicker eyelashes.
FDA approval under Latisse
In 2008, the American FDA gave approval for the cosmetic use of bimatoprost 0.03% under the brand name Latisse. The ingredients are the same as Lumigan, as are the concentrations of all the ingredients and the bottle that it is supplied in. The only difference is the packaging and that it is supplied with applicators. There is no other difference between a bottle of Latisse vs Lumigan.
The FDA drew on years of data to compile a safety profile of the treatment. They found that there were significantly fewer side effects when applied to the skin rather than to the eyeball itself. This may be due to the reduced dose, as it’s a smaller area, and because the skin is less sensitive than the eye.
The results were also documented and it was found that the average trial participant grew eyelashes that were 25% longer, 106% thicker and 18% darker.
Mylash Growth Treatment
Latisse is only available in the US. The same 0.03% bimatoprost solution is available in the UK as Mylash Growth Treatment.
How do you apply the treatment?
The treatment is applied daily to the skin along the lash line. Precision applicators are used to ensure only a small amount is applied. Any excess can be applied to the eyebrows for thicker growth.
What results can you expect?
Studies have shown that treatment results in eyelashes that are 106% thicker, 25% longer and 18% darker.
How soon will I see results?
Increased growth can be visible from as little as 4 weeks. Peak results will develop in line with your eyelash growth cycle, in approximately 16 weeks.
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