A Glaucoma specialist on Lash Serums
I've had MANY people ask me over the years: Are lash serums safe? 🤩
As a glaucoma specialist 👁, I may have a different opinion than some more conservative eye colleagues, but I think they are perfectly OK. 👌🏼
Most lash serums contain a variation of something called a prostaglandin analogue, which is the same drug found in common glaucoma medications (that I prescribe on the regular. The ladies have always appreciated this secondary effect. ❤️).
The most common unwanted side effects of prostaglandin analogues are: redness, irritation, and skin darkening. If you experience any of these issues, they usually resolve by simply discontinuing the medication. 🛑
Given my specialty, I see MANY patients on prostaglandin analogues, and I feel they are safe for the eyes 👁(especially since the drug concentration is much lower in most lash serums vs. a glaucoma drop). Just make sure you let your eye doctor know and that you get your lash serums from a reputable seller (you'd be shocked at how many counterfeit medications are out there!). 😳