subject: Frequently Asked Questions By Latisse Users [print this page] Women everywhere are finding the difference Latisse can make in their lives. Thinning eyelashes can give a person an older appearance and take away from the overall aesthetic appeal of her face. Those suffering from hypotrichosis tend to feel self-conscious about the issue and want an easy to solution to help grow thicker, more noticeable lashes. Many women have several common questions that they ask about the product and how it works.
How can I get a prescription?
Talk to your doctor about your lashes. If they are thinning or you notice that even the color is starting to fade, Latisse may be the solution that you have been searching for. Your doctor will look over your medical history and decide whether or not the product is right for you. While some eye issues may disqualify you from using it, wearing glasses or contacts is not a problem. Just take out your contacts before using the medication and wait at least fifteen minutes before putting them back in after the application.
How do I apply the prescription?
Start out by cleaning your face and removing all eye makeup. Take one drop of Latisse and place it near the edge of the applicator. Run the applicator across the line of skin along the top of the upper lashes. Work your way from the inner part of the eyelid al the way across to the outer edge. The prescription should not be put on your lower eye, and it should not be placed on the lashes themselves. If there is anything left over, blot the solution with a clean tissue. A new applicator must be used each and every time the product is applied to the eyelid.
Can I use my own applicators?
It is important to only use the applicators that are included with the prescription. In order to decrease the chance of problems or contamination, an applicator must be thrown away after just one use. It is also important that the solution not come into contact with anything other than the applicator. Contamination is a serious problem because of the vulnerability of the eye.
How long do I need to wait to see results?
Most people begin to notice a change after using Latisse for 16 weeks. In one of the latest studies, the medication was shown to work for over 91% of the participants. Most said that their lashes had doubled in fullness. If you are not getting the results you had been hoping for, contact your doctor.
What happens if I stop using Latisse?
Patients that stop using the prescription will begin to see their eyelashes return to their previous appearance. It is important to continue using the medication if you want to continue to see thicker lashes.
