Hi! I have used Latisse for about 4-5 months and was really impressed with the results. But this week a lot of my lashes are falling out. On one eye I have lost maybe 10 lashes and have a few long, some short lashes and bold spots left. Is there some kind of explanation for this? Is it often enough to use the product 2 times a week after week 16? I have read somewhere that Latisse can cause permenent damage to lash folicles. Can you tell me about this?
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Within several minutes after application of Latisse, the solution will have dried and it will be safe to rub your eyes. The eye is exposed to a very small amount of Latisse even when it is properly applied as directed to the upper eyelid margin using the supplied applicator. This has been...
Be aware, however, that long term use of Latisse has caused fat atrophy in a few patients. This is relatively new -- most practitioners aren't aware of the potential side effect.