Eyelashes help protect the eyes by reducing the amount of dust, debris, and other particles that reach the surface of the eye. Like the hair on your scalp, eyelashes naturally cycle through growth, transition, and resting phases. Genetics, hormonal changes, medical conditions, and repeated use of extensions can shorten the growth cycle, resulting in lashes that appear thinner, shorter, or less dense over time.
LATISSE is an FDA-approved prescription treatment that helps grow your own eyelashes longer, fuller, and darker. Applied once nightly to the base of the upper eyelashes, its active ingredient, bimatoprost, is believed to extend the anagen (growth) phase of the eyelash cycle while increasing the number of follicles producing hair. Rather than creating the appearance of fuller lashes, LATISSE stimulates measurable eyelash growth. Optimal results are achieved after approximately 16 weeks of consistent use.
LATISSE addresses concerns related to naturally sparse or thinning lashes, including:
Your treatment begins with a consultation, during which we review your medical history, eye health, current medications, and aesthetic goals to determine whether LATISSE is appropriate for you. We explain how the prescription works, discuss expected results, potential side effects, and answer your questions so you feel confident before starting treatment.
You will apply LATISSE once each evening using a sterile, single-use applicator. After cleansing your face and removing makeup and contact lenses, you place one drop along the skin at the base of the upper eyelashes, similar to applying liquid eyeliner. Excess solution is blotted away, and the medication is left to absorb overnight. With consistent nightly use, you can gradually achieve longer, fuller, darker natural eyelashes over the following weeks.
Like any prescription treatment, LATISSE may cause temporary side effects, including:
You can return to your normal activities immediately after application. For the best results, apply the medication only to clean, dry skin at the base of the upper eyelashes using a new sterile applicator each night. Remove contact lenses before application and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. Do not apply LATISSE to the lower eyelid, and blot away any excess solution to minimize skin irritation.
Because eyelashes grow in cycles, the results develop gradually rather than overnight. Many patients notice increased lash length after about 4 weeks of consistent nightly use. Over the following weeks, your lashes typically become thicker and darker as more hairs remain in the active growth phase. Full results are generally achieved after approximately 16 weeks.
Whether your lashes feel short, sparse, or thinning, LATISSE can help stimulate longer, fuller, darker eyelashes over time. At LaVida Medspa, we personalize your treatment plan to your goals, helping you achieve real, natural-looking lash growth. Schedule a consultation at our Chandler or Mesa location to find out if LATISSE is right for you.
