June 3, 2023

I always felt like I had long lashes. Between that and using a lash curler and a selection of curling and lengthening mascaras every day, I felt like my lashes were perfectly fine—no further assistance necessary. I very rarely wore falsies and never tried extensions; I just didn’t feel like I needed extra help. But as is the nature of being a beauty editor, I was curious about RevitaLash’s eyelash growth serum. Its growing power is hinged on the BioPeptin Complex, a mix of peptides and botanicals that helps to strengthen lashes and aid growth over time. It’s become a cult favourite for beauty lovers around the world, and I began to wonder if its claims of achieving longer, stronger lashes really hold up. 

RevitaLash Advanced Eyelash Conditioner 2 ML
RevitaLash
Advanced Eyelash Conditioner 2 ML
£79

RevitaLash Advanced Eyelash Conditioner isn’t new by any means. (Although, the brand is launching a new brow-and-lash masque in November 2021.) In fact, the brand celebrated its 15th anniversary this year, and it’s sold 10 million tubes worldwide. But as more beauty editors I knew dabbled with brow and lash growth serums, I figured, what’s the harm in trying it? If my lashes were already at their max length, then it’s fine. At least I gave it a try. 

After using RevitaLash Advanced Eyelash Conditioner for four months.

I started using it in mid-July, and by late August, I noticed a difference in my lash length sans mascara. By September, people had begun to comment on them. Whenever someone asks, “What mascara do you use?” I always direct them to RevitaLash now. It’s not inexpensive, but the 3.5-millilitre tube lasts over six months and costs the equivalent of a full set of lash extensions in London.  

So far, I haven’t had any drama with using this lash serum, but I’m wary that, just like with hair growth, lash cycles run their course at a certain point. I’m just hoping that the strength of the serum will keep them as fluttery as they look now.

Best Lengthening Mascaras

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes!
Charlotte Tilbury
Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes!
£23

Droopy lashes are hard to correct without lash curlers, but this mascara genuinely acts like a push-up bra for your lashes.

Yves Saint Laurent Luxurious Mascara for False Lash Effect Black
Yves Saint Laurent
Luxurious Mascara for False Lash Effect Black
£28

The bristles on this wand coat every strand to lengthen and give subtle volume. It gives the vibe of false lashes without the fuss. 

Huda Beauty Legit Lashes Mascara
Huda Beauty
Legit Lashes Mascara
£24

Who doesn’t love options? With this mascara, you have the option of lengthening or volumising or both. I opt for length with a swipe of volume, and the drama is real.  

Urban Decay Lash Freak Mascara 9.5ml
Urban Decay
Lash Freak Mascara 9.5ml
£21

The shape of this wand is interesting but for good reason. I use the flat side to swipe on the mascara and the comb-like wand to brush it through. The tiny bristles at the tip coat the smallest baby lashes. 

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
Too Faced
Better Than Sex Mascara
£24

The hourglass shape of the bristles means that no lash goes uncoated and the formula gives the best of lengthening and volumising without smudging or transferring.