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Run, Mascara: Glaucoma Drug Makes Lashes Longer

Maker of Lumigan seeks cosmetic license; some see applications for hair growth

By Sarah Quinn, Newser Staff

Posted Oct 27, 2008 12:17 PM CDT

(Newser) – A drug used to fight glaucoma also doubles eyelash growth, and cosmetics companies are taking notice, the Daily Mail reports. The maker of Lumigan wants a piece of the $3 billion-plus mascara market and plans to apply for a US cosmetic license. “It could... Read full story »

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