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Thank you for your question azitabanana. Latisse is a product used to make lashes longer, thicker, and fuller. To my knowledge Latisse does not cause cataracts. Please consult with an ophthalmologist for specific recommendations. Good luck!
Cataracts are not caused by the use of Latisse.Latisse is applied to the eyelash margin in order to help grow fuller, darker,longer lashes. Side effects of Latisse can be redness, itching, swelling, orhyper pigmentation to the iris or eye lid itself, in the event the medicationis applied to the skin/directly into the eye. Cataracts are unrelated and causedby the aging process. In thiscondition, the lens of the eye becomescloudy. Risk factors for developing this cataracts are age, genetics, diabetesmellitus, and repeated exposure to ultraviolet light without eye protection.
An excellent alternative to Latisse, is Alphaeon Beauty Eyelash Serum, which may work as good or better than Latisse.
Although Lumigan and Latisse contain the same active ingredient, they contain different concentrations. And I also understand that Lumigan is covered by insurance while Latisse is not. This being said, however, it is never a good idea to substitute medications. Therefore, lumigan should be us...
To maintain results of any hair growth promoter, be that Latisse for the lashes, minoxidil the scalp, or any drug that stimulates growth, taking a break is not recommended. Please note this is different than reducing the frequency of application - and for Latisse one can often go down to 2 t...