Is it okay to travel with Latisse?

Question

I live in a fairly warm climate and want to know if it is okay to have the latisse bottle outside in my suitcase for a few hours. Will the warm climate ruin the latisse?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hi there, You can go away on a hot vacation and travel with the latisse. Studies have shown that latisse under hot temperatures (up to 50 degrees C) for a month time did not alter the concentration of the latisse.

Joseph J. Castellano, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. LATISSE® was designed to be a convenient part of your daily routine, much like your makeup or skincare products. Just as you shouldn’t leave eyeliner or mascara baking in the sun for an extended period of time, you should avoid exposing LATISSE® to excessive and prolonged heat. That said, traveling with the product should be perfectly safe and not affect the product’s effectiveness.

Kevin Haney, MD · Answer

It's recommended that it's stored at 37-77 degrees Fahrenheit. It's best at room temperature, because if it's too hot Latisse won't be as effective and also will lose effectiveness more quickly.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes you can travel with latisse no worries.  I don't see any reason why you couldn't.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

The manufacturer recommends that Latisse be stored at a temperature between 36-77 degrees fahrenheit.  So, you should try and keep your Latisse in a climate of that temperature range.

Amy J. Holland, MD · Answer

Yes, it is easy to travel with as temps don't change quality per studies and it is a very small bottle of liquid so it shouldn't be swiped at airport either.
Travel with Latisse all you want to wherever you wish to go! It travels well! 
Enjoy those lush lashes,
Dr. Amy

Tracy Evans, MD, FAAD · Answer

Allergan, the maker of Latisse, recommends you store the product between 37 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit.  Exposing the medication to warmer temperatures during travel should not be a major problem, but do your best not to leave it in a hot car, or leave it in the hotel room.   Do your best to keep it cool, but short periods won't be a problem.

Kara K. Criswell, MD, FACS · Answer

Since Latisse is a prescription medication, following the manufacturer’s recommendation is advised.  As with any medication, you do not want to compromise the efficacy of the product. Unless the bottle is in prolonged direct sunlight, then it should be fine.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

Latisse is made of bimatoprost, water and various salts and a preservative. The main issue is evaporation and pH control. Warm temperatures for short periods are fine. Repeated heating/cooling over many days and weeks should be avoided. Latisse is only slightly soluble in water so alot of evaporation could present issues. Recommended storage is 2 to 25 C.

Michael S. Mall, MD · Answer

Yes, you can travel with Latisse.  As long as you are not exposing the product to excessive heat for hours it should be perfectly fine.  The warm climate should not affect the performance of the product as long as it is not left in the direct sunlight or heat for hours.