Latisse® in Wesley Chapel, FL
Are your lashes thinning over time, or have you always wished for more? Latisse® grows lashes longer, fuller, and darker. It’s the first and only FDA-approved prescription treatment for inadequate or not enough lashes, known medically as hypotrichosis. At Qvita Health and Wellness, our providers can help you determine whether Latisse is right for you and write your prescription during a quick consultation.
What Is Latisse?
Latisse is a prescription topical solution containing bimatoprost, applied once nightly to the base of the upper eyelashes. It works by extending the growth phase of the eyelash hair cycle and increasing the number of hairs that grow, resulting in lashes that are longer, thicker, and darker.
How to Apply Latisse
Latisse is easy to use at home as part of your nighttime routine:
- Remove makeup and contact lenses, and wash your face
- Place one drop of Latisse on a sterile, single-use applicator
- Draw the applicator carefully along the skin of the upper eyelid margin at the base of the lashes
- Blot any excess and use a new applicator for the other eye
- Do not apply to the lower lash line
Watch the video below for step-by-step instructions.
When Will I See Results?
Many patients begin to notice longer lashes in about four weeks, with full results at around 16 weeks. To maintain results, continue applying Latisse as directed. If you stop, lashes will gradually return to their previous appearance.
Is Latisse Safe?
Latisse is FDA-approved and well tolerated by most patients. Possible side effects include eye itching, redness, and darkening of the eyelid skin, which is typically reversible. There’s a rare possibility of increased brown pigment in the colored part of the eye. Because Latisse requires a prescription, your provider will review your medical history, including any eye conditions or glaucoma medications, before prescribing.
Complete Your Look
Pair fuller lashes with smoother skin around the eyes. Treatments like Botox for crow’s feet, tear trough fillers, and (plated) Skin Science EYE Serum can brighten and refresh the eye area. Our Obagi ELASTIderm eye products also support firmer-looking skin. For thinning brows, ask about Alma TED.
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Latisse FAQs
Do I need a prescription for Latisse?
Yes. Latisse is a prescription treatment, and our providers can evaluate you and prescribe it during a consultation.
How long does Latisse take to work?
Many patients notice results in about four weeks, with full results at around 16 weeks.
Can I apply Latisse to my lower lashes?
No. Latisse should only be applied to the base of the upper eyelashes.
What happens if I stop using Latisse?
Your lashes will gradually return to their previous appearance over several weeks to months.
What are the side effects of Latisse?
Possible side effects include eye itching, redness, and eyelid skin darkening. Rarely, it may increase brown pigment in the iris.
Can I wear contacts with Latisse?
Yes, but remove contacts before applying and wait about 15 minutes before reinserting them.
Can I wear mascara while using Latisse?
Yes. You can continue wearing makeup, but apply Latisse to clean skin at night.
Grow Longer, Fuller Lashes
See if Latisse is right for you. Call Qvita Health and Wellness at (813) 501-4130 or request a consultation online.