LATISSE FOR LONG SEXY NATURAL EYELASHES - DR MICHELE KOO - MISSOURI - ILLINOIS - KANSAS
Saturday, July 18th, 2009
Get ready for an innovation in eye lashes.LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% is the first and only prescription treatment approved by the FDA for inadequate or not having enough eyelashes, growing them longer, fuller and darker.
LATISSE® works effectively.LATISSE® makes lash growth possible because of its active ingredient: bimatoprost. Although the precise mechanism of action is not known, research suggests that the growth of eyelashes occurs by increasing the percent of hairs in, and the duration of, the anagen (or growth) phase. Lashes can grow longer, thicker and darker because bimatoprost can also prolong this growth phase.
Clinically proven results you can see over time.
LATISSE® is FDA approved and effective. It’s a once-a-day treatment you apply topically to the base of your upper eyelashes. Patients in a clinical trial saw results in as few as 8 weeks with full results after 12 to 16 weeks.
It’s an innovation backed by research.
While LATISSE® is a treatment for inadequate or not enough eyelashes, it was developed through years of research by Allergan, a pharmaceutical leader with over 60 years of expertise in prescription eye care products.
Ask DR MICHELE KOO, MD, BOARD CERTIFIED PLASTIC SURGEON, ST LOUIS, MISSOURI if LATISSE® solution is right for you.
If you’re considering LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03%, it’s important to get all the facts. You may have questions about how the treatment works, how soon you’ll see results and, of course, the safety of the product. This site was intended to give you a basic understanding of the product, but you should talk to your doctor to see if LATISSE® is right for you.
What are the side effects?
The most common side effects after using LATISSE® solution are an itching sensation in the eyes and/or eye redness, which were reported in approximately 4% of patients. These may occur immediately after use, but should usually last only for a short period of time. Eye itching and eye redness are not allergic reactions, and do not mean that your eyes are being harmed.
LATISSE® solution may cause other less common side effects, which typically occur on the skin close to where LATISSE® is applied, or in the eyes. These include eye irritation, dryness of the eyes, and redness of the eyelids. Skin darkening (or hyperpigmentation) is another less common side effect. This condition causes areas of skin to become darker than the surrounding skin color, but has been reported to be reversible after discontinuation of the product.
You should always only use the FDA-approved sterile applicators to apply LATISSE® directly to the base of your upper eyelashes. The applicators have been specially designed and manufactured to meet FDA standards, and help patients properly apply the product.
Could LATISSE® cause the color of my eyes to change?Increased brown iris pigmentation has occurred when similar medications were instilled directly into the eye to treat elevated intraocular pressure/glaucoma. Although iris pigmentation was not reported in clinical studies with LATISSE®, patients should be advised about the potential for increased brown iris pigmentation which is likely to be permanent.
Is LATISSE® safe?LATISSE® is an FDA-approved prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker. Hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes. The FDA reviewed clinical study results to verify the identity, potency, purity and stability of the ingredients, and demonstrated that the product is safe and effective for its intended use if used as prescribed.
Tips for Success
Follow these guidelines for best results:
Keep it handyStore the LATISSE® bottle near your other skin care products or toothbrush, so you won’t forget to apply it each night.
Have patienceLATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% takes time to work. Only use it once a night, and don’t overuse it, as this may increase the chance of experiencing eye redness or itchiness.
Start freshIf your eye makeup remover leaves an oily residue on your eyelids, wipe off any excess oils with soap and water to ensure a clean surface before you apply LATISSE®.
Follow the rulesAlways use the sterile, disposable FDA-approved applicator provided in the kit. Don’t try to apply LATISSE® with a cotton swab. The LATISSE® applicator is specially designed to hold a drop and release a drop.
Don’t play catch upIf you miss a dose one night, don’t apply more just to catch up. Simply apply LATISSE® the next evening and stay on schedule.
Beware of germsDon’t let the tip of the bottle or applicator contact your fingers or any other unintended surface, in order to avoid contamination.
Chart your progressWhen you start using LATISSE® solution, be sure to mark your calendar and take pictures throughout weeks (0, 4, 8, 12, 16), so you can have your own “Before & After Gallery.”
Talk to DR MICHELE KOO, MD, ST LOUIS, MO, for some additional tips for success.
