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Is Latisse safe to use while breast feeding?

So Cal GalJun 24, 2009
I am a mother of a 4 month old infant, and am breastfeeding. I purchased Latisse to enhance my eyelashes, but would like to know if it is safe to use while breastfeeding. Thanks!

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