Does wearing contacts while using Latisse affect the results?

Question

I have been using Latisse for about four weeks and just recently discovered that I was not supposed to have contacts in (my doctor never told me to remove contacts). Does this mean that I have been wasting it for four weeks and using it for no reason?

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

IT IS SAFE AS LONG AS LONG AS YOU REMOVE YOUR CONTACTS FIRST CAUSE YOU DONT WANT TO RISK GETTING ANY IN YOUR EYE SINCE YOU HAVE TO BE SO CLOSE TO THE LASH LINE. YOU SHOULD DEFINATELY SPEAK TO A DOCTOR FIRST.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

You can continue wearing contacts when you're using Latisse. The key is to wait about 15 minutes after applying Latisse before re-inserting as this gives the product enough time to dry.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Wearing contacts will not change the results of Latisse. It is recommended to remove contacts in case you accidentally get Latisse in your eye and need to flush it with water or normal saline. If Latisse becomes impregnated in your contact lens it may be irritating. Hope this helps.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.No, as long as you are applying Latisse correctly, it should not interfere with wearing your contact lenses. Make sure the product does not get into your eye.To be sure, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have Latisse.I hope this helps.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

As long as you use it as directed, it doesn't prevent you from wearing contacts.   You can find more information on the Latisse website.

Does wearing contacts while using Latisse affect the results?

Answers (9)

Answer: Remove Contact Lenses if Latisse gets into Your Eye

Answer: Remove Contact Lenses if Latisse gets into Your Eye

Answer: Latisse and contacts

Answer: Latisse and contacts

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Latisse

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Does wearing contacts while using Latisse affect the results?

Answers (9)

Answer: Remove Contact Lenses if Latisse gets into Your Eye

Answer: Remove Contact Lenses if Latisse gets into Your Eye

Answer: Latisse and contacts

Answer: Latisse and contacts

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Latisse

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.