Why must Latisse be used only at night?

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Can anyone tell me why RapidLash, Careprost, Latisse, etc, must be used at night? Is it simply to avoid interaction with make-up? I find that if I use it at night, it just gets wiped off on my pillow case. Thank you!

Vaishali B. Doolabh, MD, FACS · Answer

Hii MaxLola1.  The manufacturer recommends waiting after applying Latisse before putting in contacts-so that may be another reason to apply Latisse before bedtime.  It usually takes about 15 minutes to absorb, so that may help avoid wiping it off onto a pillowcase.

Guy Cappuccino, MD · Answer

I can't think of a medical reason why Latisse should NOT be applied in the AM.  I suppose it is because women like to apply eyeliner in the AM, but take it off in the PM before bed allowing better absorption of the Latisse.  Or perhaps the eyelids being closed during sleep promotes absorption.

James D. Namnoum, MD, FACS · Answer

Latisse is most effective when it is applied at night to clean, dry skin. Clean skin allows for the treatment to work more effectively. Applying Latisse in the morning and then putting on makeup may hinder the effectiveness of your overall results.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

It is advised to apply Latisse at night after cleansing and before going to sleep so that it can improve effectiveness. Also it is suggested you do not wash your face or eyes for a few hours after the application of Latisse, and so that is another good reason to apply it before going to sleep. This is the manufacturer’s instructions, Latisse should be used during the night time.

Richard Dittrich, DO, FACOG · Answer

Hello MaxLola1,

Thank you for your question regarding the suggested time to apply your Latisse.

You're correct, the product is suggested to be applied at bedtime to ensure the area is clean and free of makeup. That said, if you're not planning on wearing makeup that day, the product may be applied at any time. If you wear contact lenses it is best to wait 15 minutes after you apply the Latisse before putting the lenses in your eyes. Also, while very infrequent, avoid any product getting in your eye as Latisse has the potential to cause increased brown iris pigmentation of the colored part of the eye which is likely to be permanent. You may want to ask your doctor for complete application instructions.

Kind regards,

Dr. Richard J. Dittrich DO, MBA, FACOG

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