Below, we break down everything there is to know before using your first dose of Latisse.
What Is Latisse?
Ashley Brissette, M.D., Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medicine.
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Dr. Anna Guanche, M.D., board-certified dermatologist and celebrity skincare expert, gives us even more insight.
The main ingredient in Latisse, bimatoprost, encourages eyelashes to grow thicker and longer.
you might expect to see results within a few weeks while using Latisse.
After cleansing, dry your face thoroughly.
If you wear contacts, remove them before applying your treatment.
What to Expect While Using Latisse
Using Latisse is incredibly easy.
After applying the solution, use a tissue to blot away any excess product.
Latisse is not one of those more is more situations.
You should only apply it once a day.
Applying more than once a day will not make your lashes grow any faster.
One round of Latisse lasts 16 weeks.
If you decide to continue with your treatment, you should speak with your doctor.
Some develop redness of the skin in treated areas, due to increased blood flow.
As long as it is not itchy or bothersome, this is a tolerable effect, Guanche says.
Those who have green eyes should be cautioned about eye color darkening.
Blue and brown eyed people are unaffected.
It is also not recommended for use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Aftercare
Latisse is not a permanent solution to eyelash loss.
If you do, you’re free to see a doctor to discuss continuing treatment.
Latisse can be used repeatedly as long as you dont develop any adverse side effects.
After one treatment, you could expect your results to last a few months before possibly needing another round.
