I almost missed it. Tucked next to the garish glue-on strips at CVS.
It’s not a primer for falsies — it’s a lash serum in disguise. A tiny, genius bait-and-switch.
It’s the LashFood Conditioning Eyelash Primer. $5.99. The box said “promotes longer-looking lashes” and I was deeply skeptical.
Peptide-Powered
Targets the lash follicle, not just the hair.
Clear Gel
No white residue, no flaking.
Dual-Use
Wear alone for a boost, or under mascara.
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It’s not just castor oil in a fancy tube. The formula is legit — peptides and plant extracts that actually condition the lash base. This is where growth happens.
- Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17: Strengthens the lash follicle
- Biocomplex-7™: Their proprietary blend of vitamins & antioxidants
- Glycerin: Locks in moisture without stickiness
- Panthenol: Conditions and adds flexibility
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The texture is a slick, cool gel. Absorbs in 15 seconds flat — no waiting before mascara.
By week two, my lashes felt weirdly… stronger. Less fallout when I removed my makeup. The surprise? No irritation, which I always get from prostaglandin formulas.
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Measurable length? A bit. Dramatic flutter? No. The real win was density — fewer gaps, less sparse corners. They just look healthier.
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It’s the best $6 I’ve spent at the drugstore this year. Not magic, but genuinely effective maintenance.