For individuals seeking to enhance the natural beauty of their eyes, Latisse offers a scientifically backed solution. Latisse is the first and only FDA-approved treatment clinically proven to achieve longer, fuller, and darker eyelashes. It's a prescription treatment specifically designed for individuals with hypotrichosis, a condition characterized by inadequate eyelash growth.
LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% is indicated to treat hypotrichosis of the eyelashes by increasing their growth, including length, thickness, and darkness. Hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes. When affecting the eyelashes, the cosmetic result is usually sparse or minimal lash production. The FDA reviewed clinical study results to verify the identity, potency, purity, and stability of the ingredients, and demonstrated that the product is safe and effective for its intended use if used as prescribed.
LATISSE makes lash growth possible because of its active ingredient: bimatoprost. Initially, patients noticed fluffier eyelashes after using eye drops to treat glaucoma that featured an ingredient called bimatoprost, a prostaglandin analog (aka a hormone), explains dermatologist Teresa Song, MD. Latisse was then formulated around bimatoprost as its active ingredient.
Although the precise mechanism of action is not known, research suggests that the growth of eyelashes occurs by increasing the percent of hairs in, and the duration of, the anagen (or growth) phase. By extending the growth (anagen) phase of the eyelash lifecycle, Latisse allows for more eyelash growth for a longer period of time, creating longer, thicker, and more beautiful eyelashes. Lashes can grow longer, thicker and darker because bimatoprost can also prolong this growth phase.
LATISSE is easy to use, FDA approved and effective. It’s a once-a-day treatment you apply topically to the base of your upper eyelashes. The quick and simple once-daily application of Latisse eyelash growth to the base of the upper eyelashes is all it takes to grow more beautiful long lashes.
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Each LATISSE® kit comes with the bottle of solution (3 mL or 5 mL) and sterile applicators. Always use the sterile, disposable FDA-approved applicator provided in the kit. Don’t try to apply LATISSE with a cotton swab. Apply LATISSE® daily for 16 weeks. After week 16, you’ll see the full effect of LATISSE and so will others. It is possible for hair growth to occur on other areas of the skin that LATISSE® solution frequently touches.
Patients should remove contact lenses prior to application. Before you apply Latisse®, you will need to take out your contact lens. After treatment, you should wait about 15-20 minutes before placing the lens back on your eyes. If LATISSE® gets in the eye, patients do not need to rinse their eye. If you do get a bit of Latisse® in your eyes, this is not a cause for alarm.
Think routine. Try to incorporate LATISSE into your nightly routine. For example, after you’ve washed your face and brushed your teeth. Keep it handy - Store the LATISSE bottle near your other skin care products or toothbrush, so you won’t forget to apply it each night. Have patience - LATISSE takes time to work. Start fresh. - If your eye makeup remover leaves an oily residue on your eyelids, wipe off any excess oils with soap and water to ensure a clean surface before you apply LATISSE. Don’t play catch up. If you miss a dose one night, don’t apply more just to catch up. Beware of germs. Chart your progress.
Great eyelashes don’t just happen overnight. That’s why it’s important to note that LATISSE works gradually and remarkably starting at 4 weeks with full results after 16 weeks. Patients in a clinical trial saw results gradually over time (starting at 4 weeks with full results after 16 weeks). Latisse users can experience thicker, more youthful eyelashes in as little as six weeks, with full results in sixteen weeks.
Once you begin treatment, you could start to see results in as little as 4 weeks, but you must continue applying the topical treatment each night and follow the directions for best results. Remember results are gradual over time. LATISSE works from the inside out. As the treatment progresses, you’ll begin to see changes in length, thickness and darkness gradually.
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LATISSE® is designed to have a progressive effect, so you may continue using the product until your eyelashes are as desired. As long as the solution is applied consistently, your lashes will typically continue to appear longer, thicker, and darker than they would have without treatment.
No, continued treatment is required to maintain the effect of longer, thicker lashes. Latisse works well for just about all of our patients, but the results are not permanent. You will need to continue using Latisse® to maintain those longer, fuller lashes. However, if you do stop using Latisse®, your lashes won’t thin out overnight.
Eyelash treatments sold over-the-counter in drug stores or at cosmetic counters are not prescription-grade and do not contain the active ingredient that grows the eyelash - bimatoprost. Over-the-counter eyelash treatments are conditioning treatments that temporarily improve the condition (and appearance) of the eyelash; they do not grow new eyelashes . Yes, you can continue to wear makeup, including mascara, while using Latisse. If you miss a dose of Latisse, simply apply it the following evening.
"The big difference is that Latisse contains bimatoprost, an ingredient that’s been scientifically proven to grow lashes and is FDA-approved for safety and effectiveness," explains Dr. Tsai. "Over-the-counter serums often contain peptides, vitamins, or botanical extracts," she explains. "While those can condition and strengthen your lashes, they won’t actually stimulate growth like Latisse does," she says.
This isn't to say that over-the-counter eyelash serums don't work, though. As Dr. Song explains, peptides, vitamins, and botanical extracts simply have far less clinical data backing their efficacy for eyelash growth. However, they can potentially make your lashes look thicker and fuller. So while you might see some growth from an over-the-counter eyelash serum, you're all but guaranteed growth from Latisse.
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There are possible side effects. Throughout clinical trials, some users did experience itchy eyes and eye redness. However, some users found that these irritations went away once they became accustomed to the product or began applying it properly. As with any prescription treatment, always consult with your doctor for information and proper usage of LATISSE solution.
The most common side effects after using Latisse are eye itching and eye redness, which, according to the manufacturer, was reported by less than one percent of users in the clinical trials. The most common side effects after using LATISSE solution are an itching sensation in the eyes and/or eye redness. This was reported in approximately 4% of patients. LATISSE solution may cause other less common side effects which typically occur on the skin close to where LATISSE is applied, or in the eyes.
According to Dr. Song, side effects include, but are not limited to, eye irritation (think redness and itching), darkening of the eyelid and the iris color, hair growth outside of the lash line, allergic reactions, and potential long-term fat atrophy around the eyes, leading to a sunken, hollow appearance.
Increased iris pigmentation has occurred when bimatoprost solution was administered. Patients should be advised about the potential for increased brown iris pigmentation, which is likely to be permanent. Bimatoprost has been reported to cause pigment changes (darkening) to periorbital pigmented tissues and eyelashes. The pigmentation is expected to increase as long as bimatoprost is administered, but has been reported to be reversible upon discontinuation of bimatoprost in most patients.
LATISSE® is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to bimatoprost or to any of the ingredients. Do not use LATISSE® if you are allergic to one of its ingredients. If you use/used prescription products for eye pressure problems, use LATISSE® under doctor care. May cause brown darkening of the colored part of the eye which is likely permanent. LATISSE® may cause eyelid skin darkening which may be reversible. Only apply at base of upper lashes. DO NOT APPLY to lower lid. Hair may grow outside the treatment area. If you have eye problems/surgery, consult your doctor. Common side effects include itchy and red eyes. These are not all the possible side effects of LATISSE®.
While most everyone may want the look of longer, fuller and darker lashes, not everyone may be right for the treatment. An evaluation of your medical history is needed to determine if you are a good candidate. You should not use LATISSE if you have an active eye condition, including an eye infection, or have broken or irritated skin on your eyelid.
"Patients with sensitive skin and pre-existing skin conditions should avoid Latisse," Dr. Song warns. "Those with eyelid eczema or rosacea are more prone to irritation in the area, and application of Latisse may increase the risk of adverse effects." She also suggests avoiding use in patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding as well as those who have pre-existing eye conditions.
Individuals with certain eye conditions, including glaucoma or macular edema, may not be ideal candidates for treatment. LATISSE® is also not recommended for our pregnant patients, as it has not been tested with pregnant women.
Latisse eyelash growth serum is a prescription product and cannot be purchased without a prescription from a physician. To find out if LATISSEis right for you, please arrange for a short visit with Dr. Saub. Latisse® is available only by prescription, and a Charleston plastic surgeon is one doctor that can provide you with a prescription.
Luckily, telehealth companies make it easier to get prescription-strength beauty products without an in-person doctor's appointment. While each provider has a slightly different process, it's generally as simple as signing up and answering some online questions (Do you wear prescription glasses? Do you have any pre-existing eye conditions? Are you pregnant? Do you take any current medications? Do you have any allergies?). A licensed healthcare professional will then review your chart and any other information provided to see if you're a good fit for Latisse.
One user shared her experience using Latisse. She knew Latisse wouldn't do much on that front, but when it comes to my lashes, I'm willing to take all the help I can get. Given their already subpar status, I've stayed away from extensions and other short-term solutions that can cause lash damage-I wasn't willing to make a bad situation worse.
Getting the prescription itself was easy. She used Ro, which offers a host of different treatments spanning sexual health, fertility, hair, skin, and general health. She signed up and completed a "virtual visit" (which is really just filling out a survey of questions I'd usually be asked by a doctor). She listed her current medications and submitted a picture of my natural lashes for review.
In all honesty, she didn't think about the results much until I compared my before and after pictures. Because holding a curl has always been my primary lash concern, I wasn't necessarily considering density or length, but once I noticed the changes-wow. My lashes are noticeably darker, thicker, and longer, and when I really started to think about it, my lashes have looked a lot better the last month or so.
She hasn't had any issues with eyelid darkening or long-term fat atrophy around my eyes. She's had one or two stray lash hairs appear above the lash line, but certainly nothing concerning. She has, however, noticed occasional eye swelling in the mornings, but I can't contribute that to the Latisse with 100 percent certainty. That being said, I am quite prone to puffiness and swelling in the face, especially in the mornings.
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