A good eyelash serum works on two levels: it conditions the hairs and supports their growth phase. The effect depends on the natural eyelash cycle and regularity, which is why an eyelash conditioner does not change anything overnight—the first differences are usually visible after 8-12 weeks of evening use. The prerequisite is a thin line at the base of the lashes and caution around the delicate eye area. Learn how to choose the right conditioner and what you can really expect from it!
Eyelash serum in a nutshell:
The eyelash conditioner works in two ways. The moisturizing and conditioning layer improves the elasticity and appearance of the lashes, while the ingredients that target the growth phase support the lashes during their active regrowth period. Here’s how it works eyelash and eyebrow conditioner Anagen Booster – focuses on conditioning and comfort for the sensitive eye area.
Each eyelash goes through three stages: the growth phase, that is, anagen phase, a transitional phase, and a resting phase, after which the hair falls out and a new one grows in. The eyelash serum works in sync with this cycle, so its effects build up over many weeks of regular use. The understanding that the growth phase of eyelashes can be supported stems from observations of bimatoprost—an ophthalmic drug whose documentation links longer eyelashes to the anagen phase. However, this data pertains to the drug, not to a cosmetic product.
When choosing an eyelash serum, focus first and foremost on the ingredients and an honest description of how it works, rather than on the price or a catchy name. There is no single “best” eyelash conditioner for everyone—here are some tips on how to choose an eyelash conditioner based on the condition of your lashes and your eye area’s tolerance.
Ingredients to look for in an eyelash conditioner:
Apply the eyelash conditioner once a day, in the evening, to clean and completely dry skin by applying it a thin line at the base of the eyelashes. Consistency is what determines the results—it’s consistency, not the amount of product, that makes the difference.
Start by thoroughly removing your makeup and drying your eyelids. With a single stroke of the applicator, draw a thin line along the base of your upper lashes, as if applying eyeliner, avoiding the waterline and the inner corner of the eye. Wait for the product to dry, and repeat this every evening. Using too much product won’t speed up the results and increases the risk of irritation.
The real benefits of an eyelash conditioner include better-hydrated, more flexible, and less brittle lashes, as well as a healthier appearance around the eyes. Many people look for an eyelash thickener, but this product actually improves the condition of your lashes—it doesn’t increase their number or permanently lengthen them. An attractive eye area is also shaped by the condition of the skin around it—you should take care of it separately, for example, with an antioxidant serum with vitamin C and E. However, consistency is the most important factor for the results, because the conditioner only nourishes each eyelash during its growth phase.
What can you realistically expect from an eyelash serum:
This can be seen in the bimatoprost data: in the drug's 2012 registration trials, differences in eyelashes only appeared around the second month. This is data for a drug, not a cosmetic, but we are realistically talking about 8-12 weeks patience – hence the so many different opinions about eyelash serums. That is why in our Anagen Booster we focus on conditioning and a transparent formula: 2% panthenol and 2% biotin and hydrolyzed silk they support the flexibility and shine of the hairs.
The eye area is one of the most delicate parts of the face, which is why the way you apply the serum is just as important as its composition. Apply the product in a thin line at the base of the eyelashes, avoiding the waterline, and before the first use, do patch test and stop using it if you experience a burning sensation or redness. Products in this group should also not be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Nurture the skin around your eyes gently – a delicate niacinamide serum, applied without covering the eyelashes.
We create Anagen Booster at Rue de Skin specifically for this delicate area, and since it is a lash and brow conditioner, you can take care of your complete eye framing with just one product. Reach for our Anagen Booster and give your eyelashes a few weeks of regular care!
The first results are usually visible after 8-12 weeks of regular, evening use, because the serum works in the rhythm of the natural eyelash cycle.
Apply the conditioner once a day, in the evening, in a thin line at the base of the eyelashes on cleansed and dry skin.
Since it is applied right next to the eye, caution is required: apply a thin line along the base of the lashes, avoiding the waterline, and perform an allergy test beforehand.
Look for a moisturizing and conditioning formula (glycerin, panthenol, silk proteins), good tolerance around the eyes, and a realistic description of how the product works—rather than promises of instant growth.
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