Eyelash Rejuvenation Using Bimatoprost 0.03%: A Prospective Pilot Split-Face Study in Indian Population.

Background: Ophthalmic bimatoprost has been used worldwide for treatment of glaucoma, and enhanced eyelash growth has been reported with such use. Dermal application of prevalent bimatoprost preparations for eyelash enhancement has been reported with adverse effects. Objective: This article assesses if revised formulation (Trulush) of bimatoprost 0.03% provides effective as well as safe eyelash enhancement in Indian population. Materials and Methods: Prospective split-face study was conducted for 12 weeks in willing subjects for their eyelash rejuvenation. Subjects completed the pre- and post-study questionnaires for subjective evaluation. Bimatoprost (Trulush) was applied on the upper eyelid margin once a day. Adverse events were also assessed. Objective evaluation was done using available digital scale and pre- and post-study photographs at 12 weeks. Results: All Subjects reported improvement in length, darkness, and density. Objective assessment corresponded with the subjective assessments. No significant adverse effects were reported by the subjects. Conclusion: Bimatoprost 0.03%, in the available formulation (Trulush), is found to be effective for topical application and eyelash rejuvenation by their increase in length, darkness, and density. There are no significant side effects.