Are the results from Latisse permanent?

If not, how long does the latisse results last?

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16 answers to “Are the results from Latisse permanent?”

A: Latisse is a maintenance product

Richard Pavese, MD

It  takes 16 weeks to achieve full results if you use Latisse nightly. After 16 weeks you do need to continue using the product to maintain the longer, thicker, fuller lashes. We often advise patients to cut back to every other night after 16 weeks to maintain results and prolong the use of each bottle.

A: Latisse results aren't permanent

John P. Di Saia, MD

Hello, When you stop using the medication, the lashes slowly change back to their less full state. Allergan has a good drug here it seems....good for them. OK so I am a bit of a cynic, but a nice one! more

A: Latisse results fade when you stop applying it, but you can maintain

Sutton Graham II, MD

Used as directed for 4 months the product gives almost every patient safe, effective lash improvement (thicker, longer, darker). Effects begin in 1-2 months. It is thought to stimulate hair follicles, but without the stimulation of Latisse, the effects diminish.  Allergan company has not provided... more

A: Latisse works only if you continue the use of the product

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Latisse works well as long as you continue using the product. If you discontinue use your lashes will revert back to the original length they were before you started using the product.

A: Latisse is a great product but your lashes will return to normal if you stop.

David Rankin, MD

Latisse is an excellent and reliable product for lash growth, darkening and thickness. When you stop using the product, however, your lashes will revert to their previous appearance.  

A: Latisse results

Shawn Allen, MD

Latisse takes eyelashes that are in a resting phase and stimulates them to grow thicker longer and darker. As we all know, your eyelashes fall out infrequently. When they do, a new one will grow back and unless it is exposed to Latisse will likely only grow to its original length then stop.  We do... more

A: Latisse effect is temporary

Pramit Malhotra, MD

Unfortunately, your eyelashes will revert back to where they started. However, you can use latisse as recommended and then maitain your eyelashes using a tube over 3 to 4 months by using it less frequently. This makes it much more affordable. 

A: Latisse for extended eyelashes

Scott Trimas, MD

The results of latisse are not permanent. The effects of latisse will persist for as long as the product is being used. Stop using the product and the eyelashes will revert to the original shape, size and color. However, over time the frequency of application from once daily to perhaps twice weekly can then be... more

A: Latisse eyelash extender and thickener

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Latisse is the proprietary trade name for bimatoprost, a topical solution used on the upper eyelashes to treat hypotrichosis. The product enhances eyelash thickening and length. Results are not permanent and eyelash length and thickness will return to baseline after cessation of product.

A: Latisse is not permanent

Jeffrey Roth, MD

Latisse makes you lashes longer, thicker, and darker. It prolongs the growth phase, but cannot prolong it forever. At some point the lash will fall out. You need to continue the medicine to continue getting the results. Most patients will use the medicine once a day for 4 months. After this they go into... more

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Polar Region
1 post
22 Apr 2009

My doctor has told me to apply a drop in each eye for longer lashes. Can this be harmful?

sherry minnoch
unregistered guest

15 May 2009

Some eyeliner always remains after I wash off my mascara. Does every bit of eyeliner need to be removed before I apply Latisse?

aijus
1 post
28 Jun 2009

where can I buy latisse in London?My doctor never heard of it!neither did a farmacist!

sandy 2000
1 post
19 Oct 2009

I am satisfied with my lashes but tempted to try latisse. Is there a risk after I stop usin the product That my lashes end up looking worst than before I started with Latisse? How sure are you that they will go to the normal state only and not be oblibated to use latisse forever?

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