Latisse®: How to Apply and Maintain Your Lashes

Through the years there have been many beauty trends that have come and gone, such as pencil thin eyebrows - hello 90’s and Kate Moss!! Now we see more thick bushy brow’s like Brooke Shields and Cara Delevigne. One trend that has always been in vogue is long, luscious lashes!

Who doesn’t want to have thicker and longer eyelashes? Usually, longer eyelashes was only possible with the use of fake lashes. However, due to the discovery of a desirable side effect of a glaucoma drug, a treatment for thicker and longer eyelashes is now available by prescription.

If you would be able to grow your own long lashes, would you??

Here are 5 commonly asked questions about Latisse®:

1. What is Latisse®?

• Latisse® is a prescription-strength solution that is used to stimulate the eyelashes to grow longer, thicker, and darker.

  Results will start to be noticeable after about 4 weeks, with full results being visible after about 14 weeks. 

  How it Works: Typically, eyelashes take 1-2 months to grow to their full length, after which the lash transitions to a “resting phase” before eventually falling off. Latisse® works by prolonging the “growth phase”, so that your eyelashes continue growing and fall off at a slower rate. As a result, you will have both longer and more eyelashes.

2. How do I use Latisse®?

**When you pick up your Latisse kit, I will review the steps in detail to make sure you’re 100% clear on the process. It is critical to follow these instructions to get the best results!

I also have a video on IGTV detailing EVERYTHING you need to know and MY PERSONAL step by step instructions. just search: @wisdom_and_youth

Step 1: Before Applying

Before applying LATISSE® nightly, ensure your face is clean and that makeup and contact lenses are removed.

Step 2: Prepare the applicator

Remove an applicator from its tray. Then, holding the sterile applicator horizontally, place one drop of LATISSE® solution on the area of the applicator closest to the tip, but not on the tip.

Step 3: Apply to skin using applicator

Immediately draw the applicator carefully along the skin at the base of the upper eyelashes (where the eyelashes meet the skin) going from the inner part of your lash line to the outer part.

Do not apply the formula to the bottom lashes.

Apply Latisse® only at night right before you plan on going to sleep. There is NO benefit to applying more than once a day.

Step 4: Blot excess

Blot any excess solution beyond the eyelid with a tissue.

Step 5: Dispose of applicator

Dispose of the applicator after one use. Repeat for the opposite eyelid, using a new, sterile applicator to help minimize any potential for contamination from one eyelid to another.

Application Reminders

• Apply LATISSE® daily for 16 weeks. Do not reduce or stop application when you first notice results

• If you miss a dose, don’t try to play “catch-up.” Just apply LATISSE® the next day

• DO NOT APPLY directly into the eye or to the lower lid; blot excess solution with a tissue

• It is possible for hair growth to occur on other areas of your skin that LATISSE® solution frequently touches

• Only use the sterile applicator supplied with the LATISSE® kit to apply the product

• Don’t allow the tip of the bottle or applicator to touch your fingers or any other unintended surface, as contamination by common bacteria is known to cause infections

• Remove contact lenses prior to applying LATISSE® solution. Contact lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes after application

• If you get LATISSE® in your eye, do not rinse your eye. It is not expected to cause harm

• Remember, if you stop using LATISSE®, lashes will gradually return to their previous appearance

3. How much does Latisse®cost?

The price for Latisse® is $159.00 for the 5ml bottle, which will last about 8-10 weeks.

The have done our research and believe this is the LOWEST PRICE around!!

** Latisse® is available in 3mL and 5mL bottles. W&Y distributes only 5mL due to the timing of the growth cycle of hair. 3mL bottles will most likely not meet the standards of treatment.

4. Are There Side Effects? How Common Are They?

• Very rarely, patients may experience a reversible darkening of the skin around the eye - I have! But, the skin on my upper lid has faded back to its normal pigment.

• If you consistently allow the solution to drip down the face, it can stimulate hair growth on these areas. This can be avoided simply by following the directions as described above

• There is a theoretical risk of darkening of the iris of the eye (the colored part) for light eyed individuals. This has NEVER actually been reported with using Latisse® as instructed for enhancement of the eyelashes. The only reason this side effect is disclosed, is because it has been observed in glaucoma patients who have used a medication containing the same active ingredient (bimatoprost) as Latisse.This is a complication that was observed in 1-2% of glaucoma patients who applied a medication containing a much higher concentration of bimatoprost on the surface of their eyes. Latisse patients who use the product as directed experience low (or no) risk of this side effect, since the application method only exposes the eye to about 5% of the solution. This is why you won’t find a single Latisse patient who has complained of this side effect, it is just a warning the company is required to disclose.

• The most common side effects are a temporary itching sensation in the eyes, which were reported in approximately 4% of patients in the clinical study described above.

5. How is Latisse Different From Over the Counter Lash Enhancement Products?

• Latisse® is the only FDA-approved product that has been clinically proven to result in longer, darker, and more lashes. It has been studied extensively for safety and efficacy, and is available by prescription only because patients need to be well-educated on proper application methods in order to guarantee the desired results.

• Latisse® is the only product to contain the key ingredient bimatoprost, which extends the growth phase of the eyelashes. Over the counter products only contain so-called “eyelash conditioners” – ingredients that they claim make lashes healthier, and thus, less likely to fall out. 

Tips for Success:

Think routine: Try to incorporate LATISSE® into your nightly routine—for example, after you’ve washed your face and brushed your teeth, apply LATISSE®. 

Keep it handy: Store the LATISSE® bottle near your skin care products or toothbrush so you won’t forget to apply it each night. 

Chart your progress: When you start using LATISSE® solution, be sure to mark your calendar and take pictures throughout the weeks (0, 4, 8, 12, 16), so you can have your own before and after photos.

Learn More About Wisdom & Youth Medical Spa

Not only will we help you choose the best treatment for you, we will ensure you get the best treatment at our spa and send home with you a detailed aftercare instructions sheet to ensure the best care at home as well.

Contact us with any further questions about LATISSE® or any other product or service or to schedule an appointment.