We’ve all heard of the miracle lash serum that is EyeEnvy, but why can we no longer get our hands on this so called miracle?
After Canadian government issued a total product recall due to routine testing discovering undisclosed quantities of Isopropyl Cloprostenate – a prescription only ingredient used to treat the eye disease glaucoma. Aussie officials were quick to ban the product from being sold on Australian shelves. Read below for mote details…..
Why is Isopropyl Cloprostenate so dangerous?
It’s called isopropyl cloprostenate. It is the main chemical in prescribed medication for the treatment of Glaucoma. The chemical can cause serious side effects including eye irritation, eye inflammation, eye redness, white cysts, and macular edema.
Isopropyl cloprostenate is a synthetic compound otherwise referred to as a prostaglandin analog. It is required, by the FDA, to be labeled as a drug by the FDA.
The compounds were first used to help glaucoma patients and were later found to help promote eyelash growth. Doctors then began experimenting with these compounds and companies started to offer a “safe” solution for eyelashes. Unfortunately, many didn’t realize the side effects of the drugs.
There has also been reports of Australian manufacturers forbidding Aussie stockists from disclosing prices or selling online, stating the product is only to be sold instore leading to further speculation on why the brand won’t allow full public disclosure. Australian stockists were also threatened by the manufactures, stating they had “worms” tracking the stockists social platforms.
If this behaviour doesn’t scream I’m shady, I don’t know what does!!
To make things worse for the EyeEnvy company, a TGA spokesman said businesses exporting cosmetic products containing Isopropyl Cloprostenate into Australia must register with the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS). He confirmed EyEnvy’s Australia was not registered with them and the TGA had never tested the product.
“There is no business called EyEnvy registered with Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS),” he said. “Imports of industrial chemicals, including chemicals in cosmetic products by a business without a registration or necessary authority, may be an offence under the Industrial Chemicals Act (2019).”
Enough said. Here at The Ink and Lash Clinic, we only stock products with complete transparency that effectively work with the consumers safety at the forefront at all times.
Still using EvyEnvy? THROW. IT. OUT. Also be aware the brand may resurface under a different business name. Always check the ingredients of your lash serum. If you’re unsure, contact the manufacturer. If they have nothing to hide, they’ll be happy to answer your questions.
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