“Sore, bloodshot eyes from latisse but don't want to stop using! ”
Latisse: Worth it
Cost: $120
Pain: Uncomfortable
Review of Latisse:Pain: Uncomfortable
Latisse satisfaction: Very good
Pros ...my lashes are already longer ....in only 2 weeks !! I have always hated my short stubby lashes and do not want to stop treatment ...is there another time of day or way to apply that would help ? I am now applying with a soft liner brush to the lash line in the evening after I have washed and moisturized my face. I am only using one drop for both eyes.
Cons ..my eyes are killing me :) Within minutes my eyes are very bloodshot and burning and in the morning when I wake up they are very bloodshot. The visine helps for a little while but then the bloodshot eyes return.
Updated on Nov 7, 2009:
Ok ..so its been 3 weeks and my lashes are growing longer and darker ! I love it !
Updated on Nov 14, 2009:
Before Latisse ...
2 weeks after Latisse
3 Weeks and growing like crazy :)
6 weeks after upper lid bleph-3 weeks Latisse
4 weeks Latisse
4 weeks Latisse
Nov 7, 2009Comments and replies (11)
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1408 posts
30 Oct 2009
The redness and other side effects are supposed to lessen in a few weeks. Make sure you're applying it properly; here are some tips you might find helpful: Should Latisse cause bloodshot eyes and irritation?
14 posts
30 Oct 2009
I had the same problem, but was determined to keep using it. First, I'd advise not using Visine, you'll just get the rebound effect, making your eyes even more bloodshot. Lose the included brushes; they apply too much product, and it inevitably runs into your eyes. Get a very thin eyeliner brush and carefully apply the product along the lash line, just enough so it is slightly damp. Also, take a day or two off, then resume daily application. You could probably even use it every other day and still get results, if necessary. Finally, your eyes will adjust to the product after some time and not become so red. There's a slight possibility you could be having an allergic reaction to the product or some preservative in the product, in which case you shouldn't use it. So if after following these tips for a few weeks, you still don't see improvement, you probably shouldn't use it.
14 posts
31 Oct 2009
Yes, Visine definitely will make your eyes redder, when it wears off. But keeping your eyes moist with just plain eyedrops (those marketed as just for adding moisture rather than reducing redness) or even just saline solution can help with redness. I noticed with the Latisse redness, too, that it was quite pronounced in the morning, but lessened considerably after a few hours. Good luck!
1 post
1 Nov 2009
My eyes did the same thing. I could not use it.
12 posts
3 Nov 2009
I have to tell you it gets better every day , could be that my eyes just needed to adjust to it. I am so glad that I didn't give up ! Betsy I think if you try using less and being very careful not to get it into your eyes you will love the results ! Kat :)
9 posts
5 Nov 2009
I've been using Latisse for five weeks and my eyes are still red and sore. I'm using an eyeliner brush in place of the applicators and only one drop for both eyes instead of two. My eyes also look "older" somehow, and I'm not sure how to resolve that issue.
12 posts
8 Nov 2009
I was trying to put in the latest photo ...my eyelashes are growing like weeds :) The soreness and bloodshot eyes problems have been resolved for the most part ...still a little bloodshot in the morning and at the end of the day ...I am being very careful not to get it IN my eyes but it must be to be causing this which worries me because I do have light green eyes and don't want the brown specks . I am watching very carefully. I'm not sure what you mean by your eyes looking older ? Maybe you are just tired ? OR ..if they are dry around your eye from the product maybe you could use a lot of moisturizer or eye cream ? Keep me posted !
176 posts
12 Nov 2009
I agree with some of the other comments about amount of application. I still use and still recommend the brush that comes with the Latisse package but you could certainly try and may benefit from a smaller makeup brush. One of the tips we have found helpful in our office is to put one drop into the cap of the Latisse and then carefully dip your brush into it. This allows much better control of application. I feel your symptoms will likely improve by using less product in a more controlled manner. Dr. Elizabeth Rostan Charlotte, NC
12 posts
14 Nov 2009
Thank you Dr Rostan. I am using the same method you recommend only with a soft small eyeliner brush. It seems to be getting better for the most part but I am still using lubricating eye drops a couple of times a day to get rid of that redness. It does not feel like it is getting IN my eye but it must be a little bit. ALSO I have noticed some tiny hairs growing where I guess my lid skin must touch my lashes now that they are longer ! OH DEAR ...can't have that , lol ..will go get my eyebrows waxed and have them check those lids ! Amazing stuff that Latisse !