LATISSE
What is LATISSE?
LATISSE is the only prescription eyelash product approved in Canada to grow your natural eyelashes longer, fuller and darker. Visible results happen as early as eight weeks, with full, dramatic effects in 12-16 weeks.
Results in just 8 weeks
In the clinical trial, the majority of LATISSE users saw significantly improved lashes within two months, with regular, daily use. By the end of four months, lashes were 25 percent longer, 106 percent fuller and 18 percent darker, with 78 percent of trial participants experiencing an improvement in overall eyelash prominence. The results? Dramatically longer, fuller and darker lashes!
How is LATISSE different?
Unlike over-the-counter eyelash products that condition and moisturize lashes, or mascara products that make your lashes longer than they are, LATISSE has been clinically proven to actually grow noticeably longer, fuller and darker lashes. LATISSE is the only prescription product that is clinically proven and approved in Canada.
How does LATISSE work?
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.
Frequently asked questions
Can I still wear mascara if I use LATISSE?
Yes, there is no problem in using mascara while you are using LATISSE.
What if I forget to apply LATISSE?
If you miss a night, don’t apply extra to try to catch up. Simply apply LATISSE the next night as usual and stay on schedule.
What if I stop using LATISSE?
If LATISSE is discontinued, lashes will gradually return to their previous appearance.
Are there any possible side effects?
The most common side effects after using LATISSE solution are an itching sensation in the eye and/or eye redness. These were 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. These include skin darkening, eye irritation, eye dryness and eyelid redness.
Could my eye color change with LATISSE?
There have been no reports of eye color change in the LATISSE clinical study. However, there is the potential for increased brown iris pigmentation which is likely to be permanent. Increased iris pigmentation is associated at a very low incidence when bimatoprost is instilled directly into the eye.
Will there be lid pigmentation changes with LATISSE?
LATISSE may cause darkening to the upper eyelid. This is expected to be reversible if you stop using LATISSE.
Can anyone use LATISSE?
You should not use LATISSE if you are allergic to one of its ingredients. Also, you should talk to your doctor or eye care specialist before starting LATISSE if any of the following apply to you.
- Previous diagnostic of eye pressure problems (specifically, elevated intraocular pressure).
- Currently taking medication for eye pressure problems (particularly intraocular pressure). If so, you should be closely monitored while using LATISSE.
- Risk factors for glaucoma including a family history of glaucoma. Please speak to an eye care specialist before starting LATISSE.
Safety
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.
Read more about LATISSE by visiting their web site: www.latisse.com
