Jan Marini vs. REVITALASH???
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Thu May 17, 2007 11:45 am

Hi ladies, I've got 'virgin' lashes and I'm doing the JM on my right eye and RL on my left eye. I'm applying each to my upper lash lines every night. It's only been a week, so I haven't seen much difference in either eye. I'll let you know.

I did also order 3 of the original JM from eBay (yes, I'm hording it Cool

) just in case I don't like the results of either - or maybe they won't match my expectations. I'll try to wait at least 8 weeks before I switch either or both eyes to the original formula.

free skin care · Thu May 17, 2007 4:50 pm

juliac wrote:

Hi ladies, I've got 'virgin' lashes and I'm doing the JM on my right eye and RL on my left eye. I'm applying each to my upper lash lines every night. It's only been a week, so I haven't seen much difference in either eye. I'll let you know.

I did also order 3 of the original JM from eBay (yes, I'm hording it Cool

) just in case I don't like the results of either - or maybe they won't match my expectations. I'll try to wait at least 8 weeks before I switch either or both eyes to the original formula.

Are you not afraid they'll expire before you can finish them up? Do keep us posted on your results. Smile

Thu May 17, 2007 9:40 pm

Hi Bira, I was a little worried - My original JMs all expire 07/08 - but I figured if I'm happy with either the new formula JM or the RL, I'll just sell the originals to someone else on eBay. If I keep them, I'm hoping to use 2 and then that the third one will hold out a bit past it's prime. I hope those numbers aren't hard cut offs.

I wish I could already see a difference in either eye from either the JM or the RL. My girlfriend has *such* beautiful results from the original JM. <paces and tries to remember that patience is a virtue> Wink

Thu May 17, 2007 11:15 pm

[quote="juliac"]Hi Bira, I was a little worried - My original JMs all expire 07/08 - but I figured if I'm happy with either the new formula JM or the RL, I'll just sell the originals to someone else on eBay. If I keep them, I'm hoping to use 2 and then that the third one will hold out a bit past it's prime. I hope those numbers aren't hard cut offs.

I wish I could already see a difference in either eye from either the JM or the RL. My girlfriend has *such* beautiful results from the original JM. <paces and tries to remember that patience is a virtue> Wink

[/quote]

Hi I know that you said you had 3 bottle of the "old" JM but their expirations are 7/08. I saw bottles of JM with that expiration that were actually the new formula (with the word "new" on the label). how do yo u know that its the old formula?

does anyone know what the expiration dates on the old JM's are?

Thu May 17, 2007 11:17 pm

nvm..i just found some old ones with that expiration...how odd...i thought they stopped making it for a while, you would think that there would be a gap in the expiration not both the old and new formula with expirations at the same time...

free skin care · Fri May 18, 2007 2:30 pm

I am still very curious to hear if the new JM formula is the same as the old. I have heard all these conflicting stories and I wish I could just hear the truth. Rolling Eyes

If it is the same formula the results should be the same. Unfortunately not many "New" JM users are coming forward to let us know if it is working. I really want to try the JM but if it doesn't work well I would REALLY like to know. Question

Fri May 18, 2007 2:38 pm

I'm doing an eye to eye RL vs. new JM comparison - but I'd like to also hear whether original JM users experience any 'issues' when they run out and switch to the new formula or RL...

I mean if the results hold... I'm very curious.

So far it's been about 1.5 weeks and the only thing I'm noticing on -both- eyes is that my lashes are seeming to go in kooky directions. I've never used a lash curler before as mascara made my lashes look curved up. I may have to get a Tarte or a heated one to get the crazies going in the right direction...

free skin care · Sat May 19, 2007 2:30 am

Juliac that is so great that you're experimenting and I for one will be excited to hear your results. For me it took the full 3 months to say WOW. I could see results after 3 weeks but I was the only one who could see a difference. I saw an acquaintance a couple of weeks ago that I had not seen for quite awhile. She asked me if I had lash extensions. LOL!!! I loved it and she bought some JMAIE from me when I told her about the serums. I still have one tube of RL left but the JM is so much more economical for people to buy.

Anyway, please post when the race is over. JM says that you'll see results faster with their serum.

free skin care · Tue May 22, 2007 11:04 am

Hi, I haven't been on the forum for ages, but thought I would have a look at the feedback for JM eyelash. I think only one other person mentioned the same symptoms I am having - red skin along the lash line when I get up in the morning. It is a real pain as it makes my eyes look sore - and here I am trying to make myself look more attractive!!!

I also have had problems other people mentioned like the lashes going wonky and not growing straight ahead - maybe it is because I put it on at night and I am lying on them and making them grow in wonky Confused

Anyway, they looked their best 2/3 months after starting, lovely and long and people noticed without me saying anything which felt great. I have never heard of the RL? product before, so may go onto it to see if the irritation on my skin stops.

free skin care · Tue May 22, 2007 11:58 am

Freedom, when you say irritation, do you mean they just "look" irritated or do they actually feel sore or itchy?

Tue May 22, 2007 7:06 pm

Okay, gals... I need some decision making help. I know it's only been 2 weeks since I started the Revitalash vs. Jan Marini experiment but I have some early obeservations... My RL eye seems to have more lashes now than pre RL (itty bittys are growing in) and the length is perceptably (only by me, I'm sure) longer than before - BUT the JM side has noticably longer lashes than the RL side (again, I think this is only something that I would notice.)

I'm concerned that the JM eye will continue to out lash length the RL eye and the RL eye will have much denser lashes than the JM eye and that I will look lopsided if I continue this experiment. Length is more important to be, but I want more lashes, too! Confused

Should I switch both over to JM - or continue this experiment in the interest of science? Maybe it's just too soon to tell though I *can* see a slight difference in both eyes already.

Opinions?

Freedom37, Are you using the new JM or the old? I heard that the new is less irritating. I'm finding that if I put too much on, both the RL eye and the (new) JM eye will feel like there's something in them. If I lessen the swipe, I don't feel a thing. I don't see any redness - but I have permanent eyeliner so I don't think I would see it.

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 4:21 am

what about using RL one night and JM the next?That way you will get length and thickness.

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 5:38 am

Oh Juliac. Please continue your experiment. I'd love to know how this turns out. My JM rep has told me that she has heard that JM will give you more new lashes than the RL so that's why this is so interesting to me. I'm going to talk to her today and tell her about you. I'm thinking that if you continue your experiment, the JM side will catch up and surpass the RL eye. LOL!!! Can you tell I'm a JM fan?

Please let us know what you decide to do.

Wed May 23, 2007 8:37 am

Thanks LucyLuc - That makes sense. I just wonder if that will take longer to show the 'wow' results I want than just sticking with one. Neutral

Patty, you're right - I should continue - this is the comparison everyone wants to know. So far my JM side is longer than the RL, and my RL side seems to have more lashes growing in than the JM side. I asked my girlfriend to look today and she concurs. BUT then she told me only I am capable of noticing such things - which I don't doubt at only 2 weeks. So, I'll give it another week and *hopefully* they won't continue to look more obviously different.

I took before pictures, so I'll post them with the afters at the 3rd week and we'll discuss... Razz

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 11:28 am

Have you noticed any difference in redness/irritation between your eyes? I've only used the old JM formula, and I did have some itchiness and redness along my lashline. I put up with it b/c of the spectacular lash growth.

I'm getting ready to buy either Revitalash or JM in the next few weeks, so I'd love to know.

Thanks
Dianne

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 1:29 pm

Julia,
Please keep up the experiment! I love this thread!!!! Please keep us posted. I cannot wait for pics!!!!

Pippi

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 4:16 pm

Anyone experiencing the discolored lash line (red/brown) with the new JM version. I had fabulous results with the old JM, but stopped due to red/brown discoloration on lash line. I personally wouldn't post pics, nor would I recommend others do so as well, just give a description of your progress.

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 4:52 pm

In addition to the red and dry eye problem from using RL, I also experienced the dark coloring of my eyelids. People kept telling me to quit putting on eyeshadows when I posted pics of my lashes. LOL Anyhow that problem is gone now since I stopped using RL and switched to LL. I posted pics of my LL results in the DIY thread if you want to take a look. http://www.essentialdayspa.com/forum/viewthread.php?tid=23754

ETA: I'll probably keep the pics up for just about a week.

Wed May 23, 2007 8:19 pm

Hi BBD, I did notice both of my eyes got a little irritated at first... The RL eye more than the JM though. Neither one does now - it's like I acclimated to them.

bkkgirl, I seriously wonder when/if LL will ever be available to the masses. I've tried Carrie's and MermaidGirl's hotmail addresses and neither works. I also PMed them both and neither responded. Lastly I found another email address for Carekate and though it didn't bounce, she didn't respond.

I feel ignored. Crying or Very sad

But bkkgirl, I do very much appreciate your pics. Thanks for sharing. Great results!! Wish I were in the 'in' crowd so I could get some LL.

/juliac

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 8:40 pm

I think I remember having a little irritation at first with the RL but it quickly went away. I also have permanent eyeliner so I've never noticed any discoloring of the skin. Julieac, girl don't you dare stop the experiment. LOL!!! No, I understand if you do but I bet you will be the only one who would ever notice a difference. It was definitely 3 months before I got the wow factor but I remember very early on thinking I could see a very slight difference. My only regret is that I wish I could have started with both products at the same time like you have. Because I sell the JM and can continue to sell the RL, I am particularly interested in final results.

Wed May 23, 2007 8:58 pm

Patty - you are so funny! I promise I'll keep it going for at *least* another week. I'm going to try a lash curler on them to see if maybe the RL side is just more wonky or straighter maybe and they are more even than I think.

If I get seriously lopsided by next Wednesday - I'm coming after you. Bad Grin

just kidding of course! You gave me really good permanent makeup advice on the other thread.

free skin care · Wed May 23, 2007 10:20 pm

juliac wrote:

Hi BBD, I did notice both of my eyes got a little irritated at first... The RL eye more than the JM though. Neither one does now - it's like I acclimated to them.

bkkgirl, I seriously wonder when/if LL will ever be available to the masses. I've tried Carrie's and MermaidGirl's hotmail addresses and neither works. I also PMed them both and neither responded. Lastly I found another email address for Carekate and though it didn't bounce, she didn't respond.

I feel ignored. Crying or Very sad

But bkkgirl, I do very much appreciate your pics. Thanks for sharing. Great results!! Wish I were in the 'in' crowd so I could get some LL.

/juliac

Juliac, I was on the DIY forum and saw this post from Carrie:

Quote:

Sorry for being incommunicado for so long, but I was dealing with some personal health issues. The bad news is that my condition has necessitated that I resign from my "day job" but the good news is that this means I'll have a whole helluva lot more time to hang out here and get back to work in my lab.

Currently I'm at my local library using one their PCs so I could let y'all know what's been going on with me, but I've got an appointment this Friday for the internet dude to come out and hook me up for access at home so I'll be back in the saddle and ready to respond to all those PMs and emails by early next week.

I'll catch you guys back this weekend so I can get caught up on everything I've missed....

Take care,
Carrie

So according to her message, she will have internet access at home this weekend and will be able to respond to PMs. So maybe yours will get a response, too! Very Happy

It seems that with Carrie's resignation from her day job, she'll have lots of time on her hands now to take care of orders?

free skin care · Thu Jun 07, 2007 5:52 pm

juliac, are you still doing the experiment?

I am so curious about your results? Smile

Please let us know Question

Pip

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