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Does Latisse Work Better Than Revitalash?

Does Latisse work better than Revitalash? I still have a lot of Revitalash left, and I'm not sure if it's worth if for me to switch to Latisse...

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Latisse Works Better then Revitilash

Both products used to contain the same active ingrediant. However, Revitilash has since changed it's formulation and now is much less effective (it does not contain prescription ingrediants).

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Grant Stevens, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

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Both will work, but Latisse has studies showing proven results

Revitalash works well for many people. Reviatalash's new formulation has a different ingredient than bimatoprost, but it is still a prostaglandin-related analog that has the same side effect of growing hair. They had to change their formulation within the last year, but it is still effective and the results can be dramatic. However, this is labelled as a cosmetic by the FDA, not as a drug; therefore, studies to prove consistent results haven't been done to the best of my knowledge. Latisse... more

Don Mehrabi, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologist

Latisse works faster and makes lashes darker

You will notice the results of Latisse much quicker than Revitalash (or the other non FDA-approved eyelash growing products). Also, Latisse is reported to make the lashes longer, thicker, AND darker while Revitalash makes them longer and thicker (NOT darker).

Jonathan Hoenig, MD

Beverly Hills Oculoplastic Surgeon

Latisse is the only FDA approved lash growth product

Before the FDA approval of Latisse, Revitalash and another product named LashMD both came on the market for the purpose of lengthening and thickening lashes. Both did a very respectable job and we carried LashMD until it was no longer available. The proprietary ingredient, bimatropost, is patented by Allergan and in smaller volume bottles is marketed as the prescription glaucoma drug Lumigan. (Purpose of use and directions for use are completely different for the two products even though... more

Nissan Pilest, MD

Irvine Dermatologic Surgeon

Revitalash or Latisse

My suggestion would be to use up your Revitalash (we used to sell it but no longer do) and then switch to Latisse. Latisse is the same price (actually $5 cheaper than we used to sell Revitalash for) and it works better because the active ingredient that is used in Latisse was removed from Revitalash in the recent past based on a lawsuit between the two companies that produce the products.

Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Latisse vs Revitalash

These are two different things entirely. Revitalash is an eyelash conditioner that claims to improve the appearance of your lashes. Latisse is 0.03% bimatoprost ophthalmic solution that has a long history. It has been used for years as a glaucoma medication. Patent's who used it were found to have to trim their lashes. So Allergan turned it into an eyelash grower. It will lengthen your lashes 25% and thicken them 105%. The company states that it takes 16 weeks to works. My secretary... more

Christopher L. Hess, MD

Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

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Yes, Latisse works better than Revitalash

Latisse is the only FDA-approved prescription treatment used to grow eyelashes. Latisse make the eyelashes longer, thicker and darker. Revitalash, on the other side, improves only the length and the thickness of the lashes, not the color, and it isn't FDA-approved. Revitalash is a cosmetic conditioner, not an active ingredient.

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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Latisse has clinical trials and FDA approval, Revitalash does not

We considered bringing Revitalash into our practice when it first came out, but decided against it. Since there was no scientific study to back the anecdotal claims, we weren't comfortable recommending it to our patients. Latisse, on the other hand, won approval by the FDA based on their scientific studies and clinical trials. I have attached a link to the unretouched photos from the clinical trials so you can see the difference. In addition, the applicator is designed for opthamological use... more

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David B. Reath, MD

Knoxville Plastic Surgeon

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Latisse vs. Revitalash

Latisse is FDA approved for growing lashes. Revitalash is not FDA approved. In my Raleigh, NC plastic surgery practice we offer Latisse and we do not offer Revitalash. However, if Revitalash is working for you and you are pleased with the results continue using the product until it is all used. You may wish you consider using Latisse when you have used your supply of Latisse. In order for either of these products to be effective it is important to remember to use these products each evening... more

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Michael Law, MD

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

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Latisse vs Revitalash

Latisse works way better than Revialash, hands down, no question about it! Emil Chynn, MD, FACS, MBA

Emil Chynn, MD

New York Ophthalmologist

Latisse versus Revitalash

Originally Revitalash had the same component of Latisse which is bimataprost. This is a trademarked product of Allergan and restrictions were placed on other companies with regards to this ingredient. Most patients have switched to Latisse who were using revitalash and similar products due to the fact that the newer formulations of these products were changed and were less effective.

Michael Elam, MD

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

Latisse vs. Revitalash

If you have the old formulation of Revitalash, then you can use the rest of it. The newer formulation does not contain the same active ingredient as Latisse. For this reason, my opinion is that you should consider Latisse. I would speak with a physician about it.

Ryan Greene, MD, PhD

Fort Lauderdale Facial Plastic Surgeon

Latisse vs Revitalash

Latisse is the only solution that has been scientifically proven to stimulate the growth of eyelashes and is only available by prescription. Many studies have been done to prove its effectiveness using unbiased observers. At present, Latisse is the only FDA approved treatment for growing eyelashes.Since Revitalash no longer contains Bimatoprost due to patent restrictions, Latisse is the clear choice for getting scientifically proven results.

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Mitchell Schwartz, MD

South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

Go with Latisse; it is better regulated

You need to understand the quality control and effectiveness of Latisse is much more stringently regulated than Revitalash. This should provide a much greater guarantee of safety and effectiveness of the product. I'd stick with Latisse:)

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Brian K. Brzowski, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

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The active ingredient is the same

Latisse and the old Revitalash have the same ingredient to make lashes longer. The newer Revitalash no longer contains this however- due to patent issues, If you have a new tube, I would recommend switching to Latisse.

Purvisha Patel, MD

Germantown Dermatologist

Which is better between Revitalash and Latisse

Revitalash and Latisse are both "eyelash enhancers." This issue is the active ingredient in them which causes the eyelash growth used to be in Revitalash and now is only in Latisse. Latisse owns the patent, and only they have the ingredient. If you have old Revitalash, it likely works. I do not think the new formula works and would recommend Latisse.

Lauren Greenberg, MD

Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

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Use up the Revitalash you have

There is no reason to discard your Revitalash. Both Revitalash and Latisse will enhance eyelash growth. So use up your Revitalash and don't waste it by throwing it away. Latisse has the advantage of clinical trials and FDA approval and, when used judiciously, can be just as cost effective. You can switch over when you need a resupply. You will need a doctor's RX to purchase Latisse, but you are assured that the product you are buying has been deemed both safe and effective....

Nasrin Mani, MD

La Jolla Ophthalmologist

Is Latisse better than Revitalash

Both products work. Latisse has been studied and has passed FDA approval. There are controls in place in Latisse production because of the FDA regulation that ensures that the product you purchase is sterile and has the specified amount of active ingredient in it. I am not knocking Revitalash, I used it before Latisse was available, but it is not FDA approved and therefore not as carefully regulated. If your Revitalash is fresh, it is hard to suggest throwing it out, it is expensive. I... more

Elizabeth Lee, MD

Bay Area Plastic Surgeon

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You are better off getting Latisse

The question is, HOW OLD is your Revitalash? The active ingredient in Latisse is Bimatoprost, a prostamide, a man-made prostaglandin analog which not only lowers eye ball pressure (when applied directly to the eyeball in glaucoma) but brings about growth of longer, thicker and darker eyelashes. The license to produce it is owned by ALLERGAN the company that produces Botox. Unfortunately, there is evidence that several companies ILLEGALLY placed Bimatoprost in their eyelash products without... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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Latisse Works

Latisse has been shown in FDA approved and controlled clinical trials to be effective at lengthening darkening and thickening eyelashes. This is what makes it stand out from all other products in the market. He clearly works and has a very low incidence of adverse events. We of seeing wonderful results in my patient's with no complications so far. To date, I have no unsatisfied patient's using this product.

Shawn Allen, MD

Boulder Dermatologist

Latisse and Revitalash

These are two different things. Revitalash is an eyelash conditioner that claims to make your lashes appear fuller, (think conditioner for your hair). It is not a medicine. It does not have FDA approval. As of this writing, there are no clinical, scientific trials published in a peer reviewed medical journal. Latisse consists of an established medicine that has been used for years to treat glacoma. They found some glaucoma patients had significant eyelash growth. Allergan configured it to... more

Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

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Latisse vs. Revitalash

Latisse is the only FDA approved eyelash enhancer for hypotrichosis of the lower eyelids. Revitalash and other cosmetic mascaras are not FDA approved but are marketed for very similar indications. The efficacy of Latisse, or Bimatoprost 0.03% solution, has been published by Allergan along with its high safety profile.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Latisse and Revitalash

Latisse was recently released by Allergan and contains the active ingredient, Bimatoprost (Lumigan) a prostamide analogue. This drug was initially intended to treat glaucoma, an eye disease. It was noted that patients who recieved this medication reported increased eyelash growth as a side effect. Another unwanted side effect was pigmentation (darkening) in the eyelid skin. Based on these finding Allergan produced the product Latissed with the sole purpose of promoting eyelash growth. It is... more