Latisse is the exact same medication as Lumigan, which is a glaucoma medication, and in the same strength and formulation. Although it is best not to get Latisse into your eye, and there is the theoretical possibility that it can interfere with glaucoma treatment in patients with glaucoma, it should not... more
If Latisse gets in your eyes can it cause damage?
If you are wearing Latisse on your eyelashes and it gets in your eyes, like by rubbing your eyes or something, would it do any harm to your eyes or your vision? I know it just got approved, but does anybody know? Thx.
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8 answers to “If Latisse gets in your eyes can it...”A: Latisse in the eye
Remember that this product was originally used in the eye to treat glaucoma in one of the side effects that they found was lengthening of the eyelashes. Importantly, the side effects of redness and darkening that are seen on the skin can also be seen on the eye itself if directly applied to the eye and can be... more
A: Latisse is not harmful for your eyes
Latisse is meant to be applied on the top eyelid at the base of your lashes. However, if it gets inside your eyes does not cause any damage or infection to the eyes. Latisse is safe even for people with contact lenses or sensitive eyes. Some of the Latisse side effects include redness, itching and darkening of... more
A: A little Latisse in the eye will not be harmful
A small amount of Latisse (bimatoprost 0.3% ophthalmic solution) in the eye will not cause problems. Larger doses over time may cause darkening of the iris (the colored portion of your eye) and a decrease in your eye pressure. This will not happen if you are using Latisse as directed. When in doubt, it... more
A: Latisse
Latisse is a new FDA approved medication for the indication of making eyelashes longer, thicker and darker. Latisse contains the same active ingredient as another Allergan product, Lumigan, eyedrops that are designed to be dropped directly into the eyes. The most common side effects after using... more
A: If Latisse gets in your eyes
According to Allergan's website, LATISSE™ solution is an ophthalmic drug product. If any gets into the eye, it is not expected to cause harm. The eye should not be rinsed. However, LATISSE™ solution is intended for use on the skin of the upper eyelid margins at the base of the eyelashes... more
A: Directions for the use of Latisse Eyelash Developer: Instructions for Latisse
Latisse is a new medication for use on the upper eyelashes. It promises to be an effective treatment for eyelash enhancement: The 5 steps recommended for Latisse use as follows: Latisse instructions: Step 1 for Latisse application: Before application, remove all creams and wash face. ... more
A: Getting Latisse In Your Eyes
Corneal exposure was one of the things looked at in the FDA study and it was found that it may cause some irritation. The product safety sheet includes the following information: Do not use LATISSE™ solution if you are allergic to one of its ingredients. LATISSE™ solution is intended for use on... more
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4 Feb 2009
I've used Latisse and it is a very strong product to apply in the eye. I consider that it would be a medecin and not a cosmetic due to the high porcentage of botox. I don't recomended Jenifer
95 posts
16 Jan 2009
Latisse is one of a whole new class of eyelash medications developed on the basis of physicians experience with a type of glaucoma medication. It was observed that one of the 'side effects' of the glaucoma medication was increased growth of eyelashes. Go figure. That said Latisse and all its other cousins seem pretty safe. If it gets in the eye, it will affect the normal fluid flow within the eye. The results are not a disaster, but one should try hard not to get these medications into the eye.
2 posts
18 Mar 2009
I purchased Latisse on 03/13/09 and used it for 2 days and ended up with an allergic reaction. The redness, dryness and swelling was awful. I think is a very dangerous product dispensed by untrained professionals.
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20 Mar 2009
I have been using Lilash for almost a week. No change in eyelashes yet. The first 2-3 days my eyes were bloodshot and red. Also, my upper eyelids were red and concealer eye shadow did not cover well.Now my eyes and lids are much better, guess I'm getting used to it, but it was quite concerning at first. I really hope for good results.
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20 Jun 2009
i have been using this product for a few weeks. it makes your eyelashes grow in thicker. however, i feel a strange pressure in my eyes, they water a ton when i wake up in the morning, and i believe my iris is darkening (a fact i'm none to happy about). i threw my bottle in the garbage today and will never use it again. mascara is good enough. i wish i had done my homework first.