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Fri Apr 24, 2009 8:54 am |
Swedish_Charlotte wrote: |
I feel bad for those who spend money on RevitaLash etc. these days, since we already know their "new and improved" formula in reality means they removed the active ingredients (because they were forced to). Those companies are just relying on the hype from previous years to sell products that have no longer any redeeming qualities, short of some emollients. But grow hair, they won't. |
No kidding. I would never buy that product. After reading so many of the reviews all over the net, so many are saying it does nothing.
Hopefully this RAPID Lash will work and stay affordable. I just started last night and it is so nice to just swipe the exact amount I need with a nice little brush. Man what a difference compared to years ago when Jan Marini first launched the lash product. It was pretty crude the way they designed the applicator and tube. Way too much came out and you wasted alot. I would say that even this Rapid Lash tube is designed even better than the second launch of JM's tube. |
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Fri Apr 24, 2009 8:59 am |
NishaGh1 wrote: |
How did y'all get RapidLash so cheap. They're all about $50 now! |
I spoke to the seller and she is getting more in next week and should keep the prices low like the $25 she had this week. So check back.
But maybe wait until a couple of us who are just starting use it for awhile to see what it really does.
But I still see it at about $36 and $40 free ship and $45 free ship. |
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Fri Apr 24, 2009 10:00 am |
Toby wrote: |
Just information to thrown in the mix here. My mother-in-law has glaucoma and has used lumigan as drops for a couple of years. She has redness around the eyes, and the lashes go through the thickening phase with the shedding. |
Darn it! I guess I don't have to waste time applying to the inner eyelash rim, though
In retrospect, I think my lack of irritation/shedding must be due in large part to infrequent application. Of course, many people didn't experience the shedding until the 5 to 6 month mark, so I'm not quite out of the woods just yet, I guess ... |
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Fri Apr 24, 2009 1:44 pm |
Swedish_Charlotte wrote: |
andrina wrote: |
So, am I understanding it correct, the only difference between the two products is the name that they are marketed under.
Plus the small difference in the price Lumigan from ADC - $12.99 + $25.00 shipping, compared to Latisse $120 from a doctor....seems to be a "no brainer" to me (bit of Aussie sarcasm there)
I guess there will be many people who will buy Latisse just because of the marketing and those people probably would not be doing the research that we are doing. Those people also probably dont have to worry about money either. |
I absolutely agree with you.
But even smarter than buying Lumigan is to simply get generic Bimatoprost eye drops (they come in the exact same strength as Lumigan & Latisse, it's the same thing, but even cheaper).
If you travel a lot internationally, like I do, you can pick them up in most any pharmacy, especially in third wrld countries. Even though they are supposed to be prescription only, they are often sold without any questions asked. Glaucoma eye drops are not exactly high on the list for drug smugglers and date rapists!
I feel bad for those who spend money on RevitaLash etc. these days, since we already know their "new and improved" formula in reality means they removed the active ingredients (because they were forced to). Those companies are just relying on the hype from previous years to sell products that have no longer any redeeming qualities, short of some emollients. But grow hair, they won't. |
We will be travelling to Indonesia (Bali) & to Thailand (Bangkok & Phuket) soon. Do you think that I could pick up a bottle or two from either of those places? |
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Fri Apr 24, 2009 2:16 pm |
Wenrdwy, I only just noticed that you've only been on Lumigan for a month!
I don't think you've given it a chance - because you've been too busy expecting it to behave like the JM. Yes, I understand you're thinking 'well, what the hell else was in that JM, and can I replicate it' - but, actually, I've read many JM reviews where people didn't see anything until the 6th week. Just trying to help you out in your thinking here...
If you look at the before & after 'photo's on the Latisse site, for example, most people don't really start to see a change until the 8 week mark!
The reason I was fussing at the 2 week mark was because I'd been using a couple of other lash growth products right up to the Lumigan (still am using 'em alongside) and I suppose I expected to move quicker because of that. |
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Fri Apr 24, 2009 6:54 pm |
Do users of JM experience any lash fallout?
I just got my order of Lumigan from ADC so I am actually scared to lose the few lashes I have. |
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Sat Apr 25, 2009 6:00 am |
andrina wrote: |
We will be travelling to Indonesia (Bali) & to Thailand (Bangkok & Phuket) soon. Do you think that I could pick up a bottle or two from either of those places? |
Absolutely! Those countries are perfect! Stock up all you want, it's not like the 3 ml bottles will take a lot of space in your suitcase...
A good idea is to find a pharmacy that is situated somewhat away from the regular tourist areas, often those pharmacies will be even cheaper than those on the main hotel streets. |
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Sat Apr 25, 2009 8:10 am |
Lowbrowscientist wrote: |
Of course, many people didn't experience the shedding until the 5 to 6 month mark, so I'm not quite out of the woods just yet, I guess ... |
So you started in January? I thought the peak is reached at 4 months. It was for me. BUT I saw the thickness along with the length growing. I guess I seem too picky but I just don't want to waste so much time and money.
It is no big deal to me to pay an extra $25-$28 for something that will simplify my life. I really did not like having to do the two steps and smear castor oil on my lashes. The Lumigan is so thin that it almost always gets in my eyes.
Like the JM they the Rapid Lash has ingredients that thicken it up a bit so it stays on the lash line. Even with a tiny brush It was hard to keep the Lumigan out of my eyes.
I want to see IF this Rapid Lash really works by itself so I have to use it and give up the Lumigan for a few weeks. Even if I get good results or minimal but SOME results later on I will alternate nights between Lum and RL for maximum results. It is kind of what I was looking for before anyway,something else to fortify my lashes as well as grow them. so again regardless if it is minimal, $25 extra is not alot to spend for that.
But if the RL works very well then of course once the Lumigan is gone I'll only purchase RL and keep it simple. |
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Sat Apr 25, 2009 8:12 am |
essq2w3e4r wrote: |
Do users of JM experience any lash fallout?
I just got my order of Lumigan from ADC so I am actually scared to lose the few lashes I have. |
I never had fall out after being on JM for a year and a half. |
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Sat Apr 25, 2009 1:43 pm |
wenrwdy@aol.com wrote: |
Lowbrowscientist wrote: |
Of course, many people didn't experience the shedding until the 5 to 6 month mark, so I'm not quite out of the woods just yet, I guess ... |
So you started in January? I thought the peak is reached at 4 months. It was for me. BUT I saw the thickness along with the length growing. I guess I seem too picky but I just don't want to waste so much time and money.
It is no big deal to me to pay an extra $25-$28 for something that will simplify my life. I really did not like having to do the two steps and smear castor oil on my lashes. The Lumigan is so thin that it almost always gets in my eyes.
Like the JM they the Rapid Lash has ingredients that thicken it up a bit so it stays on the lash line. Even with a tiny brush It was hard to keep the Lumigan out of my eyes.
I want to see IF this Rapid Lash really works by itself so I have to use it and give up the Lumigan for a few weeks. Even if I get good results or minimal but SOME results later on I will alternate nights between Lum and RL for maximum results. It is kind of what I was looking for before anyway,something else to fortify my lashes as well as grow them. so again regardless if it is minimal, $25 extra is not alot to spend for that.
But if the RL works very well then of course once the Lumigan is gone I'll only purchase RL and keep it simple. |
They're your eyes, so you can be as picky as you like! If you kept getting the Lumigan in your eyes 'cos the solution is so thin, it's probably better for you to go with the Rapidlash if possible.
Simple is good! |
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gorengankikil
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Sat Apr 25, 2009 11:32 pm |
Another generic brand for Bimatoprost is Careprost. Price is more less similar to Lumigan.
I live in Indonesia, can't seem to find Lumigan or Careprost anywhere. The only thing i found is Xalatan for glaucoma. But instead of containing Bimatoprost, it contains Latanoprost. Plus it cost 50 USD for 2ml. So far ADC is the cheapest alternative for Bimatoprost. |
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Sun Apr 26, 2009 1:37 am |
gorengankikil wrote: |
Another generic brand for Bimatoprost is Careprost. Price is more less similar to Lumigan.
I live in Indonesia, can't seem to find Lumigan or Careprost anywhere. The only thing i found is Xalatan for glaucoma. But instead of containing Bimatoprost, it contains Latanoprost. Plus it cost 50 USD for 2ml. So far ADC is the cheapest alternative for Bimatoprost. |
Wow, that is really expensive, thanks for the info. It really seems that ADC is the best way to go. They must be selling so much of that Lumigan, it is probably flying off the shelves. |
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Sun Apr 26, 2009 8:04 pm |
esteveze wrote: |
I have been using Lumigan for exactly 27 days..so that is 4 weeks gone. (I am so happy to be starting week 5 ). So far I have not noticed any growth as of yet. But what I HAVE noticed is eyelashes falling more than usual...
Soooo what to do?? I am applying lumigan at nite every single nite. I have not missed a day.
I am thinking of maybe applying the lumigan every other night. What do you all think?? at least for a week and see what happens with eyelashes falling, etc.
Please give me your inputs.
I will keep you updated with any changes.
Cheers, |
How is your lash growth doing now?
I have only been using Lumigan for 10 days, not noticed any change except for losing 2-3 eyelashes each day (which I can't afford to loose).
Did you experience any lash shedding from the very beginning, and are your eyelashes showing any growth in the 10 days since your last post? |
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Mon Apr 27, 2009 2:05 am |
As far as eyelash loss for myself, I really haven't noticed anything unusual...in fact, I haven't noticed any. I have been using it for 5 or 6 weeks now (can't remember exactly when I started...I think it was like around the 2nd or 3rd week of March) but I do have some nice growth already and my lashes look wonderful. |
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Mon Apr 27, 2009 4:52 am |
For those who travel and like to compare prices:
I just found out from a friend that a bottle of Lumigan in Saudi-Arabia is $18 (70 riyal), and the generic version sells for $7.
No prescription needed over there, naturally. |
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Mon Apr 27, 2009 5:58 pm |
andrina wrote: |
esteveze wrote: |
I have been using Lumigan for exactly 27 days..so that is 4 weeks gone. (I am so happy to be starting week 5 ). So far I have not noticed any growth as of yet. But what I HAVE noticed is eyelashes falling more than usual...
Soooo what to do?? I am applying lumigan at nite every single nite. I have not missed a day.
I am thinking of maybe applying the lumigan every other night. What do you all think?? at least for a week and see what happens with eyelashes falling, etc.
Please give me your inputs.
I will keep you updated with any changes.
Cheers, |
How is your lash growth doing now?
I have only been using Lumigan for 10 days, not noticed any change except for losing 2-3 eyelashes each day (which I can't afford to loose).
Did you experience any lash shedding from the very beginning, and are your eyelashes showing any growth in the 10 days since your last post? |
Andrina,
My lashes are still falling, maybe 1 a day or 2 at the most, but not everyday. I am still doing alternate nites application. Lashes started to fall out around end of week 3.
In terms of growth, I am starting to notice, just on my left eye ONE lash that is much longer then the rest. Also I am noticing some other lashes much shorter then the rest, so I am assuming that is 'new growth??'. I am soooo hoping so.
On the other hand, i am noticing some longer ones on lower lashes...I think (i hope is not just me imagining things )
Also i can NOT wait for lashes to start getting longer. I am on week 6 already...my patience is wearing thin |
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Mon Apr 27, 2009 6:03 pm |
bren21 wrote: |
As far as eyelash loss for myself, I really haven't noticed anything unusual...in fact, I haven't noticed any. I have been using it for 5 or 6 weeks now (can't remember exactly when I started...I think it was like around the 2nd or 3rd week of March) but I do have some nice growth already and my lashes look wonderful. |
Brend21,
Good for you...that you have some growth already.
I guess I am one of those that has to comply with it for the entire 8 weeks in order to see results. I just hope that it happens soon
I have read that it is more likely to start seing growth after week 6...sooo that is me right now, I am at the beginning of my 6th week. Keeping fingers crossed.
I will be updating every few days or so.
Ciao Ciao |
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Tue Apr 28, 2009 2:00 pm |
Alright ladies I can admit that the Lumigan has added some nice length.
I was doing some before and after pics for another product and when I looked at a before pic taken about a month ago and the one I took today I CAN see some nice length. I do not attribute it to the Rapid lash since I have only been using it about 5 days.
So what do you think? Obviously no mascara.
But THIS is my goal. this is an old pic from when I was using the Jan Marini eye lash. this is after 4 months. I had also tinted my lashes. I just love the thickness I got from that.
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Tue Apr 28, 2009 3:41 pm |
wenrwdy
For how long have you been using Lumigan? |
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KLINGSF
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Tue Apr 28, 2009 4:05 pm |
Hi there, ladies!
Does anyone out there know if Lumigan is okay to use while breastfeeding?
Any info would be helpful!
TIA! |
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Tue Apr 28, 2009 5:59 pm |
wenrwdy@aol.com wrote: |
Alright ladies I can admit that the Lumigan has added some nice length.
I was doing some before and after pics for another product and when I looked at a before pic taken about a month ago and the one I took today I CAN see some nice length. I do not attribute it to the Rapid lash since I have only been using it about 5 days.
So what do you think? Obviously no mascara.
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He he, I've been waiting for you to do this. I just kind of figured you would! Yes, unmistakable growth there. In fact the second pic looks as if you've got lengthening mascara on - which you haven't. I'm impressed. You've got further than I thought people could in just one month.
What are you going to do? Drop the Rapidlash for a few more weeks and see what Lumigan does alone? No, you probably fear thinness. You know, I sometimes wonder if we've become too frightened of the fact that those who've been longer with the Lumigan talked so much about getting spindly lashes. Latisse and Lumigan are the exact same thing - according to opthalmologists that I located on the Opthalmology Web. Latisse users (and I've been scouring the net for several weeks keeping up with everyone I could find) are only recording length, darkness and thickness. Admittedly, most have only been on it 8 weeks max. but still...
Use your Rapidlash and love it - but I suspect that spindly lashes only enter the frame for most people if they are overdoing use and/or using it too frequently once they have reached a good length. Maybe we really don't have to fear that we won't achieve thickness. Maybe we just have to be sensible about backing off to 2/3 times weekly as soon as we have achieved a good length, thickness, darkness etc.
Remember Kassy_A saying a few pages back in this thread that as she has maintained a nice thickness with her length by cutting back to about twice a week/
Anyway, you've got the RL now - and I've been using my Ardell/castor oil/Mavala once aday opposite my Lumigan use, so we may as well go on with them. I admit that I've got it into my head that extra conditioning is needed with the Lumigan (probably the Latisse as well) but I may be wrong. even so, for now, one or the other will stay in the picture.
Thanks so much for posting these pics. I'm about halfway through my 3rd week now, and think I'm beginning to see 'somethin' goin' on. I'll wait a bit longer though before I give a more detailed post - but you're barely 2 weeks ahead of me now, so it's encouraging to see those pics. |
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Tue Apr 28, 2009 6:32 pm |
KLINGSF wrote: |
Hi there, ladies!
Does anyone out there know if Lumigan is okay to use while breastfeeding?
Any info would be helpful!
TIA! |
KLINGSF, hi, my Lumigan leaflet says that caution should be advised in usage with nursing mothers, and that bimatoprost (the active ingredient in Lumigan) has been found to be excreted in breatmilk. This is, however, referring to usage as eyedrops which are dropped straight into the eye - and is usually administered as one or two drops into the affected eye.
We don't use anything like that amount for our lashgrowth. Personally, I think that provided you use a very small amount traced along the lashline with a fine brush, you should be fine. That's the way we're all using it anyway. But I'm not a doctor, and you must decide for yourself. Hopefully some of the others will chime in over the next day or so - so maybe wait and see what they say about it? |
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Wed Apr 29, 2009 1:06 am |
esteveze wrote: |
wenrwdy
For how long have you been using Lumigan? |
About one month. A few days over. |
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Wed Apr 29, 2009 1:18 am |
semayden
I'm going to keep using my Rapid Lash for my lashes. I stopped the Lumigan there. But I'm using the Lumigan on my eyebrows. I used to have really really really sparse brows. Started using Rogaine on them and for awhile they were thick. But in the last year they have thinned out a bit. So I'm reading all over the web that Latisse can be used for brows (not by Latisse but doctors have said you can and it works well) The Rapid LAsh is for brows too but there is not much in that tube so I want to make it last. I'm just too curious how the RL will work. Once I get the results I desire I'll go to 3 X a week.
Chnanging topic a bit....
This is at doctor's answer in a forum when someone asked if they could just use Lumigan instead.
Though you could use Bimatoprost as an alternative to Latisse, you may want to try Travoprost. Travoprost is a related, but slightly different molecule than Bimatoprost that on animals, was shown to be more effective in growing hair. I have seen tremendous success with Travoprost (Travatan) in our patients.
Oh great! Now another one to consider! If it is comparable to the price I'm always looking for better. wonder if you can get that at ADC? So anyone know about this stuff? |
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Wed Apr 29, 2009 9:53 am |
wenrwdy@aol.com wrote: |
semayden
I'm going to keep using my Rapid Lash for my lashes. I stopped the Lumigan there. But I'm using the Lumigan on my eyebrows. I used to have really really really sparse brows. Started using Rogaine on them and for awhile they were thick. But in the last year they have thinned out a bit. So I'm reading all over the web that Latisse can be used for brows (not by Latisse but doctors have said you can and it works well) The Rapid LAsh is for brows too but there is not much in that tube so I want to make it last. I'm just too curious how the RL will work. Once I get the results I desire I'll go to 3 X a week.
Chnanging topic a bit....
This is at doctor's answer in a forum when someone asked if they could just use Lumigan instead.
Though you could use Bimatoprost as an alternative to Latisse, you may want to try Travoprost. Travoprost is a related, but slightly different molecule than Bimatoprost that on animals, was shown to be more effective in growing hair. I have seen tremendous success with Travoprost (Travatan) in our patients.
Oh great! Now another one to consider! If it is comparable to the price I'm always looking for better. wonder if you can get that at ADC? So anyone know about this stuff? |
Yes, ADC do it but it's $25 a small bottle. Also, it expires (so I've read - will try to find where if you want me to) 4 weeks after opening - where'as Lumigan carries on for longer. Actually, I think that info is contained within this thread so maybe scan through.
I've been haunting the Latisse section of Realself for weeks, and have read most of the dr replies. It's my opinion that most of their opinions are a bit shaky to say the least. So, I would hesitate to accept what any of them say as gospel. They are generally pretty new to the Latisse/Lumigan scene - with very few exceptions. |
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