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I would recommend that you take the medicine you were using to an eyeMD and be examined. Usually, stopping the Latisse will help the pigmentary changes.
Latisse is a re-formulation of LUMIGAN a glaucoma medication which was found to grow eyelashes long as one of its side effects. Since I have NO IDEA exactly what chemical or drug it was that you believe was a "Latisse substitute", I cannot really suggest how you can reverse your dark circles except for suggesting you see a Dermatologist and be placed on a skin bleacher.
It would be wise to consult with your dermatologist. Bring in the Latisse substitute. Be sure that you also have the box/container too since by FDA law the ingredients must be listed on the box, but not on the jar/tube itself. Your dermatologist should be able to figure out the ingredient to which you are allergic. If your problem is due to an allergic contact dermatitis, tincture of time and a mild corticosteroid should help. However, if the problem is caused by a pigment, there is really not much to do for the next month or so. Your skin should gradually expel the pigment as the cells turn over. If the problem persists, please see a physician skilled in the use of a laser.
I suggest using the applicators that come with Latisse. The recommended usage is one applicator per eye, but some of my patients tell me that they use one for both eyes and then dispose of that applicator.
According to the manufacturer's directions, Latisse should be applied daily using a disposable brush which is included with product. Latisse is to be gently applied along the base of the upper eyelashes. Immediately after the application of Latisse, while your skin is still damp from its...
To be on the safe side, I would recommend you stop using Latisse while pregnant. There is no research indicating the impact of the product on pregnancy, so it's always better to be safe than sorry.
