Can I Continue to Wear Eyelash Extionsions While Using Latisse?

I have had extensions for two years and love them but I want to switch to Latisse. Can I continue wearing the extensions while my lashes grow out from the Latisse?

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Eyelash Extensions With Latisse

Yes, you can absolutely continue to wear eyelash extensions while you are using Latisse. It is important to follow the instructions outlined by the product.

Babak Azizzadeh, MD

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Wearing eyelash extensions while using Latisse

Latisse is applied along the base of the upper eyelashes so it can have its effect at the level of the hair follicle. Since eyelash extensions are applied close to this area, the adhesive could inhibit the penetration of Latisse and make it less effective.

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There is no problem with using extensions at the same time, but the application of the Latisse will possibly be hindered by the lashes. I would just say be patient for a few weeks.

A.J. Amadi, MD

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Eyelash extensions and Latisse

Latisse is best used on clean eyelashes. The glue from the extensions can inhibit the Latisse actually absorbing, so it's best to not have them on when using Latisse. If you insist, you can, but just know that you will not get the same growth rate and some eyelashes may not receive any product so you could end up with very uneven growth.

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missysmp 15 May 2013

Latisse has given me long, beautiful lashes but even after a year of use, the eyelashes on the outer edge are not as long as the central ones. Can I have extensions put on the outer edges without interfering with the Latisse?

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