True or False: Lash Serums Cause Orbital Fat Loss?
Thanks to the growing popularity of lash serums, achieving long, luscious lashes has never been easier.
Lash serums promise fuller, thicker lashes, making them a staple in many routines. But while lash serums offer an easy way to enhance your look, not all serums are created equal.
Some ingredients, like prostaglandin analogs, come with potential side effects—including the risk of orbital fat loss, leading to a sunken eye appearance. So, are lash serums worth the risk?
In this blog post, we will take a look at how lash serums work, what ingredients to watch out for, and, most importantly, the safer options you can trust.
How Do Lash Serums Work?
Every eyelash goes through a natural growth cycle consisting of three phases:
Anagen (Active Growth): This is when lashes are actively growing. Lash serums target this phase by nourishing and stimulating the hair follicles, encouraging longer, fuller, and thicker lash growth.
Catagen (Transition): In this phase, lashes stop growing and begin to transition. Serums help strengthen lashes during this phase, reducing breakage and keeping lashes healthier as they prepare to enter the resting stage.
Telogen (Resting): During the resting phase, lashes are dormant before naturally shedding. Lash serums help extend this phase slightly, allowing lashes to stay fuller for longer periods.
By supporting lashes through all three phases of eyelash growth, serums create longer, thicker, and more resilient lashes over time.
Serums generally fall into three main categories based on their key active ingredients:
Prostaglandin derived: Prostaglandin analogs are synthetic compounds developed initially for the treatment of glaucoma. They work by prolonging the growth phase of lashes, allowing them to grow longer and thicker.
Peptide-based: Peptides are chains of amino acids that support the structure and growth of your lashes by nourishing the hair follicles. They stimulate growth across all three lash phases, safely promoting healthy, thicker lashes.
Vitamin-based: Serums with vitamins like B5 and biotin nourish and condition lashes to boost natural growth. These ingredients strengthen lashes, prevent breakage, and improve overall lash health. While vitamin-based serums may not offer as dramatic results as prostaglandin-derived options, they are a gentler choice for those with sensitive skin or concerns about side effects.
What Causes Orbital Fat Loss From Lash Serum?
While lash serums can give you gorgeous lashes, some formulas contain ingredients that might cause more harm than good.
The primary ingredient to be cautious of is prostaglandin analogs. While prostaglandin can deliver fast results, users should know the potential risks.
Prostaglandins were initially used in the treatment of glaucoma. They were found to have a side effect of increasing eyelash growth, leading to the development of prescription lash growth serums.
While prostaglandin analogs effectively promote hair growth, they can also cause orbital fat loss, leading to sunken eyes.
Here’s how: Prostaglandin analogs may shrink the fat cells around the eyes, causing a loss of fat in the eyelid area. Eyelid fat loss can lead to a hollowed, sunken appearance that can be difficult to reverse.
Other common side effects of prostaglandin include:
Dark circles
Changes in skin pigmentation (due to increased melanin production)
Irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive skin
Change in eye colour
Safe Ingredients for Healthy Lash Growth
Thankfully, not all eyelash growth serums are created with prostaglandin analogs.
Some use safe, effective alternatives that deliver the same lash-enhancing results without the risk of orbital fat loss or skin damage.
Peptides, for example, are a fantastic alternative.
They help to boost lash growth naturally by nourishing the hair follicles and encouraging thicker, healthier lashes. Unlike prostaglandins, peptides don’t come with the risk of orbital fat loss.
Another safe, natural ingredient is castor oil, known for its ability to nourish and strengthen lashes without irritating the delicate eye area. Just keep in mind that castor oil makes ALL hair grow, so be careful not to get it on your face (unless you want a fuzzy face🤭).
That’s where ADOREYES Plus Lashes Serum, available at The Beauty Block, truly shines. It’s a prostaglandin-free serum crafted with a triple peptide formula that acts on all three growth phases.
By supporting each stage of lash development, this serum helps to revitalize, thicken, and strengthen natural lashes, offering beautiful results without compromising the health of the delicate skin around your eyes.
Beyond Serums: Eyelash Enhancement at The Beauty Block
If you’re looking for more instant results or prefer not to use serums at all, we offer a range of lash-enhancing services that can help you achieve the look you love.
Whether you want something subtle or bold, our team of experts has the perfect option for you:
Eyelash Extensions: For a dramatic, fuller lash look, eyelash extensions can instantly transform your lashes. Whether you prefer classic or volume lashes, our skilled technicians will tailor the extensions to suit your style and eye shape.
Lash Lift and tint: A lash lift and tint is a fantastic option if you want a natural lift without extensions. Lash lifts curl and lift your natural lashes, making them appear longer and more defined.
Visit the Beauty Block for Stunning Lashes
Whether you opt for a lash serum, extensions, or a lift, The Beauty Block is here to help you achieve your lash goals safely and beautifully.
From our must-have ADOREYES Plus Lashes Serum to professional lash extensions and lifts, we’ll bring your lash goals to life.
At The Beauty Block, you can get all your beauty needs looked after, all under one roof. Call (587) 432-3030 or book online!