Eyelash growth serums contain a variety of ingredients, some of which are beneficial and others that should be avoided. Here are some details on the ingredients and materials found in eyelash growth serums:
Beneficial Ingredients:
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DHT Blockers: Natural Grape & Pumpkin Seed Extracts, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, and Panax Ginseng Root are examples of DHT blockers that can help stop Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) from causing damage and loss to eyelashes.
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Peptides: Peptides are short chains of amino acids that can help stimulate hair growth. They are a common ingredient in eyelash growth serums.
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Vitamins: Vitamins such as biotin, panthenol, and vitamin E can help nourish and strengthen eyelashes.
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Botanicals: Botanical ingredients such as aloe vera, chamomile, and green tea can have a moisturizing and conditioning effect on eyelashes.
Ingredients to Avoid:
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Prostaglandin and Analogues: Prostaglandin (Bimatoprost) or analogues (Isopropyl cloprostenate, Isopropanol Phenyl-hydroxyl-pentene, Dihydroxy-cyclopentyl-heptenate, Dechloro Dihydroxy Difluoro, Ethylcloprostenolamide, Trifluoromethyl Dechloro Ethylprostenolamide) are hormone-based ingredients that can cause potential side effects such as eye irritation, redness, and changes in eye color.
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Isopropyl Cloprostenate: This is a synthetic alternative to prostaglandin that can also cause potential side effects.
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Phenoxyethanol: This is a petroleum-based preservative found in most cosmetics that has been linked to organ toxicity.
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Propylene Glycol: This is a synthetic ingredient that can alter the structure of cells and has been linked to cancer.
It is important to read the ingredient list carefully before purchasing an eyelash growth serum. Look for products with proven results supported by clinical studies and avoid those with harmful ingredients.
