Customer Reviews

Revitalash by Revitalash Eyelash Conditioner--3.5ml/.118 oz

5 star:		(163)
4 star:		(61)
3 star:		(37)
2 star:		(13)
1 star:		(44)

 

 

I won't get into the fact that the product contains an ingredient that may possibly be bad for eye health. I am neither a professional nor have I experienced any Horrible side effects. I will simply critique my experience with the product, side effects, as well as the negatives.

Fact: This item really does work. My lashes have become longer and thicker. Very noticeable. The results are open to interpretation; subjective. Some think my lashes are amazing while others think they look sort of bad because they resemble "insect legs" (long and thick) LOL Either way, everyone notices the change in length. Through touch, they feel awfully thick and tough whereas before they felt very fine and soft. And with the help of mascara my lashes look a mile long!! Also, I would like to point out that I had barely any bottom lashes but they have begun to really grow. My top lashes were short and sparse due to constant eyelash curling and they have grown dramatically esp. the outer corners.

Now for the bad:

1. One ingredient in this product is the same ingredient in drops that are used to treat glaucoma. This ingredient apparently causes eyelashes to curl, the eyelids to darken (can really tell after a workout - I look like I am wearing eyeliner), and the irises to darken as well. ALL of this HAS happened to me. I believe this is the ingredient that is questionable and may be unhealthy for you. It WILL be a good idea to use the newer safer version of this product though I heard results were a bit slower. I will be switching over when I am done with the tube.

2. Through initial use, they burned my eyes and caused irritation and some dryness. The burning only lasts 5-10 seconds while dryness/irritation vary in duration. This goes away after a couple months which may be considered long for some.

3. Results may be slow. For me it was. It took about 2-3 months for me to really notice results. I have been using the product pretty religiously for the past 8 months.

4. Lashes will hit plateaus - periods where they will not lengthen. Whether or not they will continue to grow is varied. I believe that this is due to the fact that there is a "set lash length" for every individual. I feel I have reached my limit. It's not as long as I wish but I am Asian so we tend to have sparse and thin lashes to begin with. A good mascara does the rest so I am pleased.

5. Hair growth is...UNCONTROLLABLE. Your lashes may be curling here but not there, growing longer here while other areas are sparse or not as long. However, most likely only the user would notice small details like this.

I know that I listed a lot of "negatives" but i don't consider any of them horrible per se. Annoying? A bit. All in all, I still feel confident about this product. Yes, it may be pricey but one tube takes forever to use up. I have been using it for 8 months and still have a lot left. Remember that a little goes a long way.

I used the first generation Revitalash with the Bimatoprost prostaglandan analogue in it, and my lashes became long and lush. I gave it a good review here on Amazon.

Unfortunately, due to a patent infringement with Allergen, they had to take the bimatoprost out of it and as a result, the product no longer works for me. I believe it may still contains some sort of prostaglandin but if so, one that is less effective for me. I miss my long eyelashes.

I just ordered the Phillip Thomas Roth "Lashes to Die For", and we'll see if that works any better. If not, I guess I'll bite the bullet and get Latisse, which is bimatoprost but which requires a prescription. (And, which is way more expensive than the original Revitalash ever was.)

If you do choose to use an eyelash enhancer with prostoglandin, you need to be diligent - you have to use it nightly and it can take 8 weeks to see results. People who use it sporadically for a few weeks and give it negative reviews aren't using it right. Hopefully, some people will find this new reformulation of Revitalish works for them - for me, my eyelashes went back to nubs.

This product does work, but you do have to apply it daily or at least every other day and wait 3 weeks to see the results. I have short Asian lashes and decided to pick this up after my lashes were hurt by lash extensions...yucks.

I applied daily, skipping a day or two occasionally, by week 3 i began to see results of longer, stronger lashes. In addition, I see some sprouting of new lashes slightly above my lash line. I do not have the genetic disposition to grow doll-like "false-looking" lashes, but they are longer, stronger, 20% to 30% more in count, and with some mascara, I do see the difference and like it.

The bad part is you just have to keep on using it. I slowed down a bit, it is going to last me 3 months or so, just a thin line nightly will do.

One negative-it seriously dries my eyes out in the morning, had to use eye drops at times. Other than that, it DOES work, just have reasonable expectations.

I bought this as a last resort to help my extremely sparse eyelashes and have been using it faithfully for the past 60 days with absolutely no result. I emailed the company and they told me to use it for 90 days and if nothing happened, I could get a refund. Some people have testified that their lashes improved within 3 weeks so I am getting discouraged.

As far as WORKING, this product gets FIVE STARS, but in order to advise you very seriously, I MUST warn you to PLEASE see your OPHTHALMOLOGIST during your usage.
THANK GOD- a friend told me of a news item she had heard about a product that sounded very similar to the one I mentioned I was using. She told me the FDA had seized the product. I quickly looked it up on the internet and it was regarding a different product. I went on Revitalash's website and they have a press release about it. HOWEVER, although not the same product, it had the same INGREDIENT. THEREFORE, Revitalash chose to make a new product without this ingredient (which is probably what made it work so well.)
Following this information, I made an appointment with my doctor, whom I see regularly for other eye issues, but was not yet due to see him. MY OCULAR PRESSURE HAD TRIPLED IN ONE EYE AND QUADRUPLED IN THE OTHER! It was so out of control, I had to have laser surgery on it to bring it down! PLEASE, be careful. Read the ingredients. And if you DO use a product, see your doctor during the usage to monitor your eye pressure!

I've been using this faithfully for the past four months, and I would say my lash length has at least tripled, not to mention the thickness!! No one believes that they're real. No irritation, easy to use, and worth every penny! Highly recommended!

Somewhat disappointed after reading all of the positive testimonials. I haven't seen any change in my lashes although I have faithfully used this product since October 24 (20 days - 3 weeks) as directed. I even use a lash curler twice daily...keep hope alive:-)!!! I will continue to use Revitalash and update my progress periodically. Will check back by early December (appx 6-7 weeks).

1/11/08 - Happy New Year! Well, I have used this product well past 6-7 weeks and my lashes are just as they were before spending (wasting??!!) $139.00...I'm also sure that the 90 day money back guarantee has expired as well. So here I am stuck with an expensive vial of water. This product absolutely did NOTHING at all. I have used it as directed and given it ample chance without success. Don't waste your money...gotta wonder if the other reviews are by Revitalash investors???.....hmmmmmm....

I've seen many reviews of the more expensive eyelash conditioners and stimulators on various websites. One of the more expensive ones even has a 90 day guarantee which made the $140 almost seem worth it. It was very confusing differentiating the reviews from new formulas and old formulas, but in the end I decided, I would at least give the NEW formulation of Revitalash a try first.

I purchased Revitalash exactly 8 weeks ago. The first 2 weeks my eyelashes had darkened some, though my eyelashes were pretty dark to begin with. I also noticed after I put Revitalash on my lashes seemed to curl on their own. By the 4th week I was seeing some improvement on the length. I really noticed it when putting on mascara. By the 7th week, my lashes seemed to have grown overnight! I can actually see my "new" lashes compared to the old ones that haven't cycled out yet, and there is a significant difference.

My reason for using this product was to lengthen and thicken my lashes. At this point if this was all the length I could get I would be happy. Just a tad longer and that would be a bonus! I'm not into the "spider" look some women are going for. Yikes! Also, I haven't really noticed more of a fuller, thicker lash, but as my old lashes keep cycling out that may change. Yea, so don't be suprised if you lose some lashes, new ones are coming in!

I will continue to use the rest of my Revitalash. I may eventually try the other brand, though right now I see no reason to as I am quite satisfied with my results.

If I were going to give anyone some tips about using Revitalash they would be, put it on before bedtime. Apply it as liquid eyeliner, above the lash line, not on the lashes themselves! That is a quick way to get it into your eye, which I've read can cause pressure problems. It also slightly stings, not as bad as soap though. That I know from a one time over zealous application! If applied correctly none of this should be a problem. I would also suggest alternating between starting from the inner corner and outer corner. Also, be patient and make sure you use it EVERY night, not sporadically and I'm sure you will see results too!

I wasn't sure about this product at first, but I gave it a try and I am glad I did! Almost right away I could tell there was a difference in that my eyelashes felt thicker and stronger. Now a month after using it they are longer than they have been in years and I can see lots of new lashes coming in. Anyone who has has seen the abuse that mascara (especially the cheap kind!) does on your lashes should have this in their makeup bag! I rate this 4 out of 5 because the results are slow.

I started using Revitalash in July 07. I noticed a difference in 6 weeks. And even more after three months. I had so many lashes that I had to pluck some. When it comes to hair growth you really have to give a product several months to take effect, depending on your body and life-style. Also, using cheap drug store mascaras will make your lashes very dry and fall out. So make sure you use a quality mascara and conditioner. If your going to pay top dollar for this product, don't skimp on the quality of your mascara.