Patients who choose LATISSE ® are generally seeking an improved eyelash appearance, especially in length and strength of the upper lashes. LATISSE ® was approved by the FDA in 2009 for the purpose of improving the quality and the quantity of the eyelashes. LATISSE ® will normally take up to 16 weeks to take full effect, but with daily application users will realize both early and long term results.
Initial Results of LATISSE ®
Some users will begin to notice results from LATISSE ® as soon as week 6 of consecutive daily use, while others do not notice a major difference until around week 8. After about 6 to 8 weeks of daily application, LATISSE ® users will notice that eyelashes are growing longer, and may also notice the growth of new eyelashes. In some cases the eyelid skin will also darken, as will the lashes themselves. LATISSE ® works in a very gradual way, and once users begin to notice results they will need to continue applying the product faithfully to realize the long term results they are seeking.
Long Term Results of LATISSE ®
LATISSE ® will reach its maximum effect by the 16th week of use. If users have applied the product correctly for the entire treatment time, they will have a dramatic change in the length, strength and fullness of the eyelashes, and possibly in the color of the lashes as well. Many users report a darkening of eyelashes, most notably those with light brown or blond lashes.
To maintain the positive effects of LATISSE ® , the product must be used continuously. If users achieve results with LATISSE ® and then stop using the product, their lashes will revert to their former state. LATISSE ® is capable of making positive changes in eyelashes, but users must be dedicated to using it regularly to get the maximum benefit.