Latisse eyelash extension is a new prescription product offered by Allergan for the treatment of a condition known as “hypertrichosis of the eyelashes” which means having thin or sparsely grown eyelashes. Latisse can be used to grow longer lashes in those who are wanting longer, fuller, thicker eye lashes.
Latisse apparently works by increasing the growth phase of the eyelashes. Hair of all types generally goes through a growth period during which time the hair grows and a rest period during which time the hair follicle rests and the hair falls out. This growth / rest cycle is responsible for how long each hair is and how often it falls out.
Latisse is able to increase the length of time each individual lash is in the growth cycle, making longer eyelashes. It is also able to increase the number of individual lashes that are in the growth stage meaning that more lashes will be growing at once resulting in thicker lashes. Latisse also makes the eyelashes darker, resulting in the appearance of permanent lash extensions.
Latisse eyelash extension treatment comes as a topical solution with an applicator wand. Instructions for use include:
- Removal of all makeup
- Placing 1 drop of Latisse solution onto the applicator
- Careful application of the solution using the applicator wand along the top side of the UPPER lash starting at the inside moving to the outside of the eye
- Immediate blotting of excess solution
- Do NOT apply to inside of eye, Do NOT apply to lower lashes
Side effects of Latisse may include a darkening of the skin along the eyelid. More rarely but possibly troubling may be the possibility of a darkening of the iris or colored round portion of the eyeball. Both of these changes may be permanent so careful consideration of the use of Latisse eyelash extension treatments is warranted before beginning therapy.
Another possible result of the inappropriate application of Latisse into the eye or along the eyelashes may cause hair to grow backwards into the eye and if Latisse is continuously dropped on other skin, hair may grow there as well. For these reasons, it is important to follow Latisse lash extension application instructions exactly.
If you stop using Latisse eye lash products, the effect of growing longer lashes will eventually wear off so it will be important to incorporate the use of Latisse into your beauty routine. If you are plagued and bothered by the appearance of thin, skimpy lashes.
Latisse eye lash extension treatments may be the answer for you. After a few weeks of treatment, you can achieve your desire of having extreme lashes without the bother of false eye lash extensions or maybe even without mascara!