LATISSE® solution is the only FDA approved prescription treatment for sparse, thin eye lashes. In as little as 4 weeks, you will start to see longer, thicker, darker lashes. And with continued use, results continue to improve over time. Why settle for false eyelashes when you can enjoy the real thing!
LATISSE® solution is a growth treatment for lashes. In fact, it's the only FDA-approved treatment clinically proven to grow lashes. And it's the only lash growth product of its kind available by prescription.
LATISSE® solution is a once-a-day treatment you apply topically to the base of your upper eyelashes, as instructed by your doctor. Then, gradually, the results come in. You may start to see more length in as little as 4 weeks and you should achieve full growth in 16 weeks. It's not an illusion of growth. It's your own eyelashes - only better.
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LATISSE® makes lash growth possible because of its active ingredient: bimatoprost. Although the precise mechanism of action is unknown, LATISSE® is believed to affect the growth (anagen) phase of the eyelash hair cycle in two ways: first, it increases the length of this phase, and second, it increases the number of hairs in this growth phase.
Great Eyelashes Don't Just Happen Overnight
That's why it's important to note that LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% works gradually and remarkably; with full results at week 16. Once you begin, you must continue applying the topical solution each night and follow the directions for best results. Remember, results are gradual over time. And also remember, if you stop using LATISSE® at any time, your eyelashes will return to their previous appearance over several weeks to months.
Results Were Proven In Our Clinical Study
Our LATISSE® clinical study was conducted at 16 sites across the country and included 278 participants, featuring women and men of various ages (22 to 78), backgrounds and eye colors. By week 16, the results showed that LATISSE® was effective for 78% of those participating (vs. 18% for the vehicle group).
Side Effects Are Possible - Here's What To Look Out For
LATISSE® does have some side effects, the most common of which are an itching sensation in the eyes and/or eye redness. These were reported in approximately 4% of patients.
Other less common side effects typically occur on the skin close to where LATISSE® is applied, or in the eyes. These include eyelid skin darkening, eye irritation, dryness of the eyes, and redness of the eyelids. Eyelid skin darkening is a result of increased melanin in the skin, making your eyelid skin look a little darker close to where the solution is applied to the skin. This is expected to reverse after several weeks to months if you decide to stop using the product.
If you're using LATISSE® solution and you develop a new ocular condition or reaction (e.g., trauma or infection), experience a sudden decrease in visual acuity, or need to have eye surgery, be sure to talk to your doctor immediately concerning the continued use of LATISSE®.
For more information on this product, please see the LATISSE® Safety and Real Questions, Real Answers page on their website.
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TOP"I love the results I got with LATISSE®. That's why I'm using it."
In 2001, Allergan developed a medicated eye drop used to treat ocular hypertension. Then, a side effect was discovered - patients began growing longer, fuller and darker lashes.
This led Allergan to study the active ingredient in this other product, and after a clinical trial, LATISSE® was born, earning its FDA approval in December 2008.
- What is LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03%?
- LATISSE® solution is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker.
- What is hypotrichosis?
- Hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.
- How does LATISSE® work?
- LATISSE® is believed to affect the growth (anagen) phase of the eyelash hair cycle in two ways: first, it increases the length of this phase; and second, it increases the number of hairs in this growth phase. The exact way it works is unknown.
- Is LATISSE® an eye drop?
- LATISSE® solution is applied topically, along the skin of the upper eyelashes. It is not intended for use in the eyes, but if some solution gets into your eye, you do not need to rinse it. See the full instructions in How to Apply, and apply as instructed by your doctor.
- Is LATISSE® a replacement for mascara?
- No. LATISSE® does not work in place of mascara. LATISSE® is a solution treatment for inadequate or not enough lashes and requires a prescription from a doctor. However, mascara can be used on your eyelashes in addition to LATISSE®.
- Is LATISSE® effective?
- The LATISSE® clinical study was conducted at 16 sites across the country and included 278 participants. Throughout the course of the 16-week treatments, each participant was photographed and evaluated at 4-week intervals (week 0 to week 16) for differences in their overall lash prominence, including elements of length, thickness and fullness. At 16 weeks, the results showed that LATISSE® was effective for 78% (107/137) of those participating, versus 18% (26/141) for the vehicle group. Vehicle is the same as LATISSE®, without its active ingredient.
- How soon will I see results?
- LATISSE® users may start to see longer lashes at 4 weeks, with full growth at 16 weeks. The growth is gradual over time.
- If I apply more LATISSE®, will I get faster results?
- No. LATISSE® works gradually over the 16-week treatment period. Use of LATISSE® more than once a day will not increase the growth of eyelashes. Please follow the directions, and apply as instructed by your doctor. Clcik here to watch a video on how to apply.
- What if I forget to apply one night? Or a few nights?
- If you miss an application, or a few, don't try to catch up. Just apply the LATISSE® treatment the next evening and stay on schedule.
- Could LATISSE® solution cause the color of my eyes to change?
- LATISSE® use may cause increased brown pigmentation of the colored part of the eye which is likely permanent. While very infrequent, increased iris pigmentation has occurred when LATISSE® was administered.
- Could it darken my eyelids?
- Skin hyperpigmention (or skin darkening) is a less common side effect, which typically occurs close to where the solution is applied on the skin. This is due to an increase of melanin in the skin. The pigmentation is expected to increase as long as bimatoprost is administered, but has been reported to be reversible in most patients upon discontinuation of bimatoprost.
- Since LATISSE® is relatively new, should I wait before using it?
- LATISSE® received its FDA approval in December 2008, after a team of 16 experienced doctors from all over the country conducted clinical studies. LATISSE® is from Allergan, a specialty pharmaceutical company. Approximately 2 million bottles of LATISSE® have been sold.
- Can it harm my eyesight?
- LATISSE® is an ophthalmic solution. If any solution gets into the eye, it is not expected to cause harm. You do not need to rinse your eyes. LATISSE® is not an eye drop. DO NOT APPLY in your eye or to the lower lid.
- Do I need to refill my LATISSE® prescription every month?
- To achieve the full effect of LATISSE® longer, fuller, darker lashes, you will need to use the product daily for 16 weeks. After that point, you should talk to your doctor about ongoing use.
- What happens if I stop using LATISSE®?
- If you stop using LATISSE®, your eyelashes are expected to return to their previous appearance over several weeks to months.
- What should I do if I wear contact lenses?
- Contact lens wearers can use LATISSE®. They need to remove their lenses before applying the solution and can reinsert their contacts 15 minutes afterwards.
- What should I do if I get LATISSE® into my eye?
- LATISSE® solution is an ophthalmic drug product. If any gets into the eye, it is not expected to cause harm. The eye does not need to be rinsed.
- Who should NOT use LATISSE®?
- Do not use LATISSE® solution if you are allergic to one of its ingredients.
- What are the ingredients in LATISSE®?
- Active ingredient: bimatoprost. Inactive ingredients: benzalkonium chloride; sodium chloride; sodium phosphate, dibasic; citric acid; and purified water. Sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid may be added to adjust pH. The pH during its shelf life ranges from 6.8 - 7.8.
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