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What to Expect with Latisse Eyelash Growth Serum
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If you’ve always dreamed about having longer, fuller or darker lashes, an innovative new product called Latisse may help you achieve your ideal look. Latisse is the first prescription-only treatment approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for eyelash enhancement. The serum works by stimulating the mechanism that causes eyelashes to grow faster, and has been clinically proven to provide results after just four weeks.
Latisse is designed to replace the need for eyelash extensions and eyelash thickening agents that are currently available over the counter, and so far, has been proven to be effective. If you decide to get a prescription for Latisse eyelash growth serum, here’s what to expect:
How Latisse Works
Latisse has been developed by the makers of Botox cosmetic and is a 0.03% bimatoprost ophthalmic solution. It works gradually to enhance the appearance of lashes, and is prescribed to treat a condition known as hypotrichosis, a condition where eyelashes do not grow properly, or grow very slowly.
The Latisse serum must be applied to the eyes once per day directly above the upper lash line. Allergan, the company behind Latisse, suggests that Latisse should only be used in this area because it may cause skin discoloration or trigger an allergic reaction if it is applied anywhere else (e.g. the eyebrows). The serum must be applied at night, and it is safe to wear makeup the following day, or after 15 minutes of application. The serum sinks into the follicles and triggers the eyelash growth process.
Eyelash Growth Process with Latisse
Most people need to use Latisse diligently for at least four weeks before they see results. Full results can be achieved after 16 weeks of treatment, and the serum needs to be applied continuously in order to maintain results.
If application is halted, the eyelashes will return to their usual growth rate. This means you will need to refill your prescription when you run out of the product.
Potential Risks Involved with Latisse
Latisse is a remarkable product and the first of its kind to be approved the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. However, there are some risks involved with this serum.
Latisse.com reports the following potential side effects:
- Itching sensation in the eyes
- Redness of the eyes
- Eye irritation
- Dry eyes
- Hyperpigmentation of the skin
- Dark spots appearing on the colored portion of the eye
Latisse must be applied using the FDA-approved sterile applicators, and only to the base of the upper eyelashes. Patients who are taking blood pressure medication or other types of prescription drugs may not be good candidates for using Latisse, because the compounds in the eyelash serum may interfere with the drugs. Contact lenses must be removed prior to treatment to avoid redness, irritation or an allergic reaction.
The complete Latisse Product Information packet is available here.
If you are considering getting eyelash extensions or using an eyelash thickening makeup, Latisse may be a better alternative. Many medical spas and cosmetic surgery centers are now writing prescriptions for Latisse, so a consultation with a licensed distributor of the product can help you make the best decision for you.
Published: 06/09/2009, Last Updated: 06/09/2009
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