What’s an unsung makeup hero? For me, it’s an oftentimes underrated makeup morsel, a permanent collection product that scoots under the radar screen of many makeup lovers but regularly rocks my world. The long-running Unsung Heroes series features some of my favorites.
Behold, my latest lash obsession! — Rodan + Fields Enhancements Last Boost.
Since I started using it, my lashes, which peaced-the-eff-out after I gave birth to Connor, are longer, thicker and so much lusher now, and the difference is DRAMATIC. Shout-out to the gals who noticed in these mascara pics.
I’ve used other OTC lash serums before, but I’ve never seen this caliber of results. Too bad it’s so expensive ($155 per tube, OMG).
For the first time ever, though, my lashes actually curl up at the ends, and now when I wear mascara, my lashes touch the my lenses when I wear my glasses.
WHAT THE WHAT?!
Yeah, they do, which is one of those makeup problem I’ve always wanted to experience, but was never able to due to my previous lash limitations.
Take that, genetics! After decades of wanting to “live dat lash life,” NOW I CAN! (Yes, this needed to be in all caps.)
I can see the difference in pics with my bare lashes (these are after four months using the product), but when I wear mascara, it’s even MORE noticeable. I can definitely see more length, especially where there had previously been bare spots/gaps where my natural lashes were their smallest and stubbiest. Also, I can see a difference in the outer corners. Now my fringe even flares out.
It’s not just me, either. The reason I wanted to try this stuff in the first place was because my BFF Jen sent me a selfie a few months ago, and her lashes, which are naturally spare and short like mine, looked about 10 miles long. Seriously, she looked like she was wearing falsies.
And then when there were rumors a few months ago about Lash Boost being discontinued, my beauty pals on Facebook collectively had a major panic attack. Everyone went into hoarder mode, stashing away tubes left and right. A girl I know bought six of them at once!
Apparently, you can use it in your brows, too? I’m gonna start whacking a little into my ghost brow (the one on the right that fades to nothing at the tail) to see if it helps.
This stuff works for me, but FYI, it takes time. I didn’t see a difference until four months in, so if you decide to give it a go, stick with it.
Oh, also…if you want to maintain the results, you have to continue using the serum. So, once you’re hooked, you can’t really stop. 🤨
All I have to say to that is…CAN’T STOP WON’T STOP. I don’t want to stop. Please don’t make me.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Chelsea says
March 25th, 2019 at 7:56 pmDaaaaamn girl. 🤩 I need to start using a lash serum again. I’ve had really good results in the past from Babe Lash but it (and a lot of lash serums) give me a bit of irritation from the chamomile (to which I’m somewhat allergic). Bastards.
Karen says
March 26th, 2019 at 8:31 amI’ve never heard of that brand! I’ll look it up. 🙂
Kelly stetka says
March 27th, 2019 at 6:29 amI use it. I LOVE it! So, I decided to start selling it. Love, love, love.
Jan Kelley says
March 25th, 2019 at 10:02 pmYou’re lashes are amazing. I have used neuLASH. Also very pricey. I also use Careprost 0.3% which is generic Latisse. Since it comes from India, it takes a while to arrive. It is a legit company. Even my dermatologist’s nurse practitioner orders from them. They do not require prescription. It comes in 3ml dropper bottles. You can get it with or without a brush. FYI the website is, http://www.premiums drugs.com. I believe they ship for free, depending on the bundle you buy. I use the neuLASH when I run out. It’s available from the company website or Nordstrom’s. Boy, once we get our lashes going we never want to go back! Your lashes are beautiful.
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Karen says
March 26th, 2019 at 8:27 amHi Jan,
Thanks for all this great info! How long have you been using the neuLASH? I’m curious about it because I like that you can just get it at Nordstrom (free shipping!).
Michelle says
March 25th, 2019 at 11:23 pmI used Latisse back in the day, and then I went and got a lash perm! It was great, but my lids did turn a little bit darker. Did you have any side effects?
It took me about 4 months as well before I started seeing a difference. I think I might try this again. It feels so fancy to have your lashes hit your glasses!
Karen says
March 26th, 2019 at 8:26 amHi Michelle,
I’ve been thinking about getting a lash perm, but I’m nervous because I don’t wanna mess with a good thing, ya know? Regarding side effects, no, I didn’t see any skin darkening or any change in the colors of my eyes.
How long did you use Latisse?
LindaLibraLoca says
March 26th, 2019 at 12:44 amOh wow, that is really impressive! The difference is definitely worth the price tag. How long does one tube last you?
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Karen says
March 26th, 2019 at 8:25 amWell, it’s been four months now, and it doesn’t seem like it’s going to be running out any time soon. So five months? Maybe six? The R+F website says that you should replace after every 3 months but I’m not about to throw away half of a $155 tube, ya know?
Kim says
March 26th, 2019 at 7:37 amI think it’s really noticeable in your bare lash pics, too. Your fringe is looking awesome! 🙂
Karen says
March 26th, 2019 at 8:24 amThanks, lady! This is the best my lashes have ever been. I can’t believe other people notice the length too!
Tatiana says
March 26th, 2019 at 11:26 amYour lashes are gorgeous! I’m glad this worked for you. I need to try this lash booster. I’d been using Revitalash Advanced, but they won’t ship to CA and it get’s tiresome finding a mule to accept it for me. Lately everywhere I look it’s been sold out too.
Camille says
March 26th, 2019 at 3:08 pmI’ve used Lash Boost for at least a year and I love it! I began seeing results in about a month. Ordinarily I have four rows of stubble I like to call my lashes. With LB, they’re long enough to touch my glasses. I also use it on my brows. The results are less drastic, but the tails of my brows have grown back in.
Michele DiCola says
March 26th, 2019 at 3:16 pmI’ve been using Rodan and Fields for about two months and really see a difference in my lashes .
I did use Latisse but it wasn’t working .
Not every serum works for every person .
Good luck w R & F
Allison says
March 27th, 2019 at 10:56 amHey girls, I can get Lash Boost for you direct from R+F corporate for $139 with free shipping! Only order or get more when you want to.
Peg says
March 27th, 2019 at 5:43 pmYep, thanks to you I ordered it. No harm no foul. Lashes again by summer!! Yippie. ❤️❤️
Rhia says
March 28th, 2019 at 4:19 pmWasn’t sure what to think of this product at first (I feel you there about the price, yowzah!). At first I used it sporadically, so of course it was hard to notice any type of result. Eventually I made myself use it everyday for a month because dammit, I wanted this to be worth the investment! Thankfully it was. I loved how my lashes looked and they were even more amazing after just one coat of mascara. Sadly I’ve fallen off again with the routine, but will try to resume it since the weather’s (finally?) beginning to warm up.
Karen says
March 28th, 2019 at 5:06 pmHi Rhia,
It’s kind of amazeballs, right? I have to get another tube ASAP!