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No, Latisse will not change the actual color of your eye, however, it may result in permanent staining, which could be especially visible in those with light eyes.
There is no evidence tosuggest that Latisse will change your eye color. Several million prescriptionsfor Latisse have been filled with no confirmed reports of iris pigmentation changes. It is considered a very rare side effect when this medication is used asa glaucoma medication when it is applied directly on thesurface of the eyes. Side effects from the initial studiesshowed less than 4 percent of patients experienced redness, irritation anditching of the upper eyelid, which was reversed upon discontinuation. Theeye is exposed to only a very small amount ofLatisse when it is properly applied as directed to the upper eyelid marginusing the supplied applicator. This has been demonstrated by applying a coloreddye to the eyelid margin and watching its migration.
Latisse does include the same ingredient but it is not applied IN the eye. It goes on the lash line only. There are no reports of Latisse causing eye color change when it's used cosmetically on the lid line, with about 4 million kits sold. The ingredient actually doesn't make blue eyes turn brown either. It darkens the flecks of color in hazel or green eyes WHEN APPLIED IN THE EYES. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient andcannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-persontreatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
There are no ways to change your eye color other than wearing color contacts. You would need to get a prescription from an eye care professional for these.
Latisse has no generic equivalent so if someone in South Africa is selling you something like this, it is not Latisse and there is nothing comparable available. There are many “fake” products around the world, and the problem with this is that what you think is safe and effective because the...
Interesting question. The natural underlying color of the iris (the part of the eye inside which is colored) is a pale gray-blue (just like skin is pale white). Most people have melanocytes that produce melanin (just like in the skin) and it is the melanin that gives the eyes a...
Thank you for your question.It is possibly that by 16 weeks you have reached your maximum result. Your lashes will continue there normal shedding cycle, so continuing the use of Latisse is required to keep lashes at your desired goal. Once you have achieved the length of lashes desired, you can...
Thank you for your question about your eye lash color.Your information suggests that when the skin lost its color, the eye lashes arising from that skin were also affected.Professional lash tinting or lash extensions will help.Once the color is gone, it rarely returns.Always consult a Board...
I am not sure I would recommend using castor oil around the eye areas – it can cause unnecessary skin irritation in some. If you are using Latisse, and seeing the results you are hoping for, many people will cut back on their usage of Latisse, into a maintenance phase that may be 3-4 times per w...
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