Latisse Causing Redness Around Skin on Eye Rims and Lids- Stopped Use, But Is It Permanent?

asked 7 months ago by Larky
Latest answer by Melissa Chiang, MD
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Tags: eyelids, redness, discontinue, permanent

Hi there I've stopped using Latisse after 1 yr due to redness around the skin area of eye rims and lids. I discontinued using the product 4 wks ago but still get the redness. The GP said its Blepharitis, but the only symptoms have been redness - nothing else. Will this eventually go away on it's own, or is the redness something I'll be putting up with forever (Im not using any other products). Regards

7 answers to Latisse Causing Redness Around Skin on Eye Rims and Lids- Stopped Use, But Is It Permanent?

Pigmenatations around eyes with Latisse use...

If this is truly due to Latisse use the pigmentation changes on the skin around the eye should reverse. This is not known to be permanent. Have patience. However if your GP has given you a diagnosis, you should follow his/her instructions and make sure you follow up with them in a timely matter. Good luck. Dr. Grant Stevens

Grant Stevens, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

marinaplasticsurgery.com

Latisse and eyelid redness or irritation

Latisse causes eyelid redness, sensitivity, and irritation in about 4% of patients. People with sensitive skin are more likely to experience irritation, which can persist for several weeks after using the product. Try vaseline (petroleum jelly) or over-the-counter hydrocortisone on the red eyelid skin for several days to see if that helps. If irritation resolves and you want to try latisse again, try using a smaller amount. Look for a... more

Melissa Chiang, MD
Houston Dermatologist

Redness and Irritation From Latisse Use

This is the only side effect of Latisse that I have ever seen and it is directly linked to the product getting into your eye and irritating it. Typically, it results from using a little too much of the product along the eyelash line, so this allows some to wash over the eye in the tear film. Stopping the use of Latisse will allow the redness to go away. If the redness is persisting after stopping the product, then another eyelid issue, like blepahritis, is likely the cause. The Latisse... more

Anthony J. Kameen, MD
Baltimore Ophthalmologist

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Inflammation from Latisse

Side effects from the initial studies for Latisse (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03%) showed less than 4 percent of patients experienced redness, irritation and itching of the upper eyelid, which was reversed upon discontinuation. The irritation can sometimes lead to darkening of the skin on the upper eyelid where the Latisse has been applied. It is not "blepharitis" and should not be permanent. The darkened color is usually not objectionable as it's fading as it... more

Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

dorsetstreetdermatology.com

Redness after Latisse

Blepharitis isn't permanent. Redness such as this is the only side effect I've ever seen from Latisse and I've sold thousands of the prescriptions. And that being said, I've only seen this type of redness in less than 1% of patients who use Latisse. As your eyelashes begin to return to their former state, your blepharitis should disappear. If you do have any additional concerns, I'd recommend seeing an ocular specialist, but I would think you are going to be just fine. more

F. Victor Rueckl, MD
Las Vegas Dermatologist

Redness with Latisse

Thank you for your question. I have heard from some patients who use Latisse that they do experience redness around the lashes. This normally subsides after you stop using the Latisse. Give yourself time but if you see that it is not going away, please go in for an evaluation.,

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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