If you are searching for naturally longer, fuller, darker lashes, Latisse is your solution. Within 16 weeks, Latisse will help you achieve your lash goals with daily use.
For over a decade, women have been turning to Latisse to achieve longer, fuller lashes. This medication is the only FDA approved prescription for improving and supporting the lashes. Since approved by the FDA in 2008, Latisse has been the only science-based solution that stimulates lash growth. That’s correct — say goodbye to lash extensions for good!
Latisse is a topical solution that is applied to the upper lashes nightly with a sterile applicator that comes with the kit. The magic behind this medication is it’s main ingredient, Bimatoprost.
Besides nourishing the skin, facial mists can be used for a multitude of concerns and used during any part of your routine. Feeling dry after travel? Apply a facial mist. Skin looking dull? Facial mist. Need to set makeup? Facial mist. With that being said, If you are looking to add a facial mist into your routine, it is important to choose ingredients that benefit your skin type or skin concern.
THE SCIENCE & HISTORY BEHIND LATISSE
When you have your eyes tested, and they blow air into each eye, this is to test if one is developing high pressures in the eye — pre-Glaucoma or Glaucoma. Bimatoprost is similar to the natural chemical in the body, prostaglandin, and is one of several medications that treat high pressure — specifically intraocular pressure — in the eye by lowering the pressure.
During clinical testing of Bimatoprost, Allergan (the company that makes Bimatoprost), noticed patients who are using medication like eye drops are seeing longer, thicker, and darker lashes. This discovery led to the approval of Latisse by the FDA for achieving longer lashes. Latisse was designed to treat people who are experiencing a medical condition, Hypotrichosis. This condition is indicated by an inadequate number of eyelashes.
To understand how Latisse works, you first have to understand the Anagen Phase — or the growth phase — of hair. For reference, below is a life cycle chart for hair:
Experts at Allergan do not know precisely why and how Latisse works to increase length, darkness, and thickness of the lashes. They do know that based on scientific data, the active ingredient alters the way lashes behave during the Anagen Growth Phase.
It’s suspected that Latisse causes more hairs to enter into the Anagen Phase resulting in fuller lashes. In addition, Latisse increases the length of the lash’s growth phase, causing them to grow longer.
THE TRUTH ABOUT LATISSE
Latisse is very effective at growing longer, thicker, and dark lashes; however, it’s important to note that Latisse is not effective for everyone. If you have an autoimmune disease like Alopecia Areata (complete hair loss) Latisse likely will not help you. On the other hand, the FDA graded 79% of people who use Latisse will experience at least a single upgrade in lashes. You may also ask your aesthetic professional about additional uses for Latisse!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can Eye Makeup Be Worn When Using Latisse?
One can use eye makeup, including mascara and shadow. With this in mind, nightly application of Latisse is most popular and recommended. Applying Latisse at night will not interfere with your morning makeup routine. If you choose to use Latisse in the morning, cleanse your face and then apply Latisse, letting it dry before applying eye makeup or mascara.
Is Latisse Safe For Pregnant or Nursing Mothers?
Pregnant or nursing patients should not use Latisse. There is no test data on pregnant or nursing women so we advise those who are to wait until after they’ve given birth or stopped nursing to begin using Latisse.
Are there Any Potential Side Effects with Latisse?
Latisse is a safe medication, tested and approved by the FDA. Most patients who use Latisse have no serious side effects. However, with all medications, there is always a small cause for side effects. Most are mild, within a small percent of users. Common side effects include itching and redness of your eyes that can occur during the first several uses and will improve with use. These side effects occur approximately in 4% of cases.
However, if one is experiencing persistent severe itching, redness, or eye irritation, discontinue use and contact SKN BAR RX.
A small percent of people who use Latisse may experience skin darkening along the upper lash line, which will dissipate when Latisse is no longer used.
Another side effect is hair growth outside the treatment area. First, one has to be very careful on the application of Latisse. Application is from the first lash to the last lash. Do not drag brush past the last lash like eyeliner. Hair will grow where Latisse is placed.
Can Latisse Change My Eye Color?
Latisse has no record of changing a person’s eye color; however, when Bimatoprost (also used to treat Glaucoma) is used as an eye medication directly into the eye itself, there were reports of blue colored eyes darkening.
It’s important to note these patients who experience this darkening are Glaucoma patients who apply Bimatoprost directly into their eyes on a daily basis. On the other hand, Latisse is applied just above the lash line and clinical test show that when applied in this way there is zero reports of eye color change.
How Can I Safely Apply Latisse?
After obtaining your health history, your SKN BAR provider will instruct you on the application of Latisse. It is important to always start with clean hands when applying the product. In addition, you’ll also want to make sure you wash and dry your face with a clean towel prior to application. Finally, it’s important to not reuse applicators or touch them to the medication bottle’s tip. Following these tips will drastically reduce the chance of any eye infections.
What Can I Expect When I Purchase Latisse?
Latisse is a medication so a full eye history is needed by your health care professional. If you experience eye concerns like conjunctivitis, styes, or any eye issues, this are things you should disclosed to your health care professional when consulting about Latisse.
Is Latisse Covered By Insurance?
Latisse is designed as a cosmetic medication and rarely is covered by insurance. If there is coverage, we will print a receipt that will be given to you, and you can offer it to your insurance carrier.
If you’re Interested in ditching the lash extensions for naturally darker, fuller and longer lashes then you’re ready to try Latisse. Come visit either of our beautiful locations (Lake Country or North Shore)— after a brief consultation with one of our Aesthetic Nurses you’ll soon be on your way to gorgeous lashes!
