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Latisse |
Not enough lashes? Ask us if Latisse is right for you.
Benefits
of Latisse!
Get
the long, full, dark lashes you've always wished to have with Latisse at
Searles Dermatology & Aesthetics. Latisse is the first eyelash product
approved in Canada to enhance the length, volume and colour of your natural
lashes. Now available in Edmonton!
What is Latisse?
Latisse is the first preparation approved to grow
eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker. It is a topical preparation
that is applied daily directly to the upper eyelid eyelashes. It is truly a
revolutionary product and it is the first of its kind. Maybe imitated but never
duplicated. Latisse is the REAL THING! Other
products claim to do what Latisse does but Latisseis the only one that actually does it!
How
is Latisse different from over-the-counter products for lash growth?
LATISSE IS THE REAL THING! No other product is approved to grow eyelashes making them
longer, fuller and darker.
How does Latisse work?
Latisse is thought to work by prolonging the growth phase
of the eyelash hairs. All hairs grows in cycles and phases. Among the
cycles and phases phases is the growing phase and the resting phase. The
length of the growth phase is one of the determining factors of how long the
hair will be - the longer the growth phase, the longer the hair. In addition,
it is thought that Latisse makes more hair
enter the growth phase rather than remaining in the resting phase. All these
effects result in hairs being longer, fuller and darker.
How long do I need to use Latisse to
notice results?
Each person is different but, generally speaking, you will need
to use Latissedaily for 16 weeks. In some persons, full results
can be achieved sooner and in others longer application times are needed.
Will more application of Latisse get
me results faster?
No - Latissetakes time to work and does so gradually over the
16-week treatment period. Using Latisse more
than once a day will not increase the growth of eyelashes and may potentially
lead to side effects.
Are there any side effects to using Latisse?
Yes
- The most common side effect while using Latisse is an itching sensation in
the eyes and/or eye redness. In addition, some patients can experience some
skin darkening, eye irritation, dryness of the eyes, and redness of the
eyelids. Should any of these symptoms occur, please contact the physician that
prescribed Latisse.
Could Latisse change the color of
my eyes?
Before Latisse was formulated, the same ingredient has been used
for the treatment of glaucoma (en elevated intraocular pressure). At that time,
the active ingredient was applied directly to the eyeball. In some patients,
there was increased brown pigmentation of the iris. In the clinical studies of Latisse, there were no cases of changes in eye pigmentation.
Nevertheless, patients should be advised about the potential for increased
brown iris pigmentation, which is likely permanent.
Is Latisse an eye drop?
No – Latisse is not an eye drop. Latisse 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.
Could Latisse darken the edges of
my eyelids?
Some patients experience some darkening of the areas along the
edge of the eyelid where the product is applied. This is due to increased
production of melanin (natural pigment in the skin). If that occurs, it is
reversible in most patients after the product is stopped. Some patients like
this effect as it produces an outline of the upper eyelid edge.
Can I use Latisse with
mascara?
Yes – Latisse can be used with mascara. Latisse is used to make
your lashes longer, fuller and darker. Mascara can be used to further enhance
your eyelashes as needed.
What happens when I stop using Latisse?
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