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My Experience With Latisse | Before & After Pics

I have pretty standard-issue eyelashes, not the worst, but certainly not long and luxurious and I was always envious of those who had the latter. Recently, I was given a sample of Latisse to try and while I was a little apprehensive (because of the possibility of iris discoloration), I went ahead anyway with the hope that I too could have long “look at me” lashes!

Latisse Sample Pack

I’ve been using the lash-growth serum nightly for 3 months now and I’m ready to share my experience with Latisse (including before & after pics of course)!

The last time I was at the plastic surgeons office (for Voluma XC Cheek Filler) I asked about pricing on Latisse thinking I may use it if it wasn’t too expensive and the good doctor handed me a free sample pack! The package I received contained one 3mL bottle of Latisse solution and 70 disposable applicators.

Latisse Solution with Applicator Brushes

To apply, you just squeeze a drop of solution out onto one of the disposable brushes and paint it at the upper lash line and repeat for the other eye. It’s a clear watery solution that frequently rolled right off the brush wasting some of the product. It dries quickly, but does sting if it gets into the eyes.

After using it for about a week or two my eyelids started to feel funky. I noticed that it hurt to put on mascara, put my contacts in, or remove eye makeup. It felt like there were tiny lash-sized swords poking my eyelids right at the lash line. The sensitivity and irritation lasted for about 2 months but then stopped and my eyelids have felt normal again for the last few weeks.

I didn’t see much growth for the first 2 months and then BAM in the 3rd month they really took off!

Lashes are longer, but not much thicker

This picture makes me appreciate my old lashes… they’re not so stumpy after all!

Looking at the pictures the growth doesn’t look as dramatic as it does in real life (maybe it’s because I’m not wearing mascara in the pics). Before Latisse it would take 3 coats of mascara to have noticeable lashes and after the 3 months I could get away with one coat of mascara for the same look.

I’m sure with continued use my lashes would get even longer, but I don’t think I’m going to continue. It’s not that it was hard to use or time consuming, but it was just one more step to add to the night-time routine. Not to mention those little swords…. Ouch!

I’ve seen on the web that prices range from $85 – $125 for a 3 month supply and I’m not willing to spend that much for slightly longer lashes. Plus there are newer OTC products I’d like to try that look easier and less expensive, so I’ll keep you posted…

27 Responses to "My Experience With Latisse | Before & After Pics"

concerned gal says:

February 5, 2020 at 8:44 pm

I used latisse until I started noticing eye changes. I ended up having to have fat grafted around the eye area, it semi-improved. semi. The fat is not permanent, I have to go back every two years . They cant get to close to certain areas that are to vascular so it’s not what it used to be . It was a minor improvement.

Here’s the thing : My doctor who administers my botox and did my grafting told me that she prescribes latisse for patients who need a bleph, meaning they have fat above the eye that causes dropping. She is an ocular surgeon.
In other words.***** LATISSE EATS FAT***** .
And I agree. I absolutely do.

I experienced it . The darkening that people talk about is the fat disappearing and you can see more of the veins . The fat makes the skin lighter.
please please pleeease be careful,IF you still want to use this , do not use on brows.
I would never touch this stuff again.
sunken eyes? No thanks
It’s just not worth it .
I wish someone would have warned me .
Now I’m looking at a doctor that specializes in fat around the orbital region on the east coast.
My first graft costed me 6k
This one will be around the same.
Think about how loss of eye fat ages you.
long lashes and aged eyes? Why?
I hate to be a downer but if my trauma helps one person, worth it.
Be safe

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1. Angie says:
  
  February 6, 2020 at 6:35 pm
  
  I’ve heard of that since I did this post. I’m sorry you experienced such drastic fat loss but appreciate you sharing your experience as a warning to others. xo ~angie
  
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2. LP says:
  
  May 17, 2023 at 1:10 pm
  
  Hi,
  
  This happened to me as well. Darkening and periorbital fat loss. It’s not just Latisse, it’s many of the lash growth serums with prostaglandin analogues. There are searchable articles listing serums without these ingredients and that will not cause this truly unfortunate side effect. In my research I have seen some claims that it could be reversible with cessation and time. Fingers crossed.
  
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Joyce - Teawithmd.com says:

January 18, 2016 at 6:04 pm

My name is Joyce and I am a dermatology resident. After having several patients ask me questions about Latisse, I wanted to try it for myself to better answer their questions. I published the result (pictures included) of my 9 month experiment with Latisse here: http://www.teawithmd.com/2014/09/review-of-latisse/. I also go over the side effects, indications, and the science behind Latisse. Enjoy!

Joyce
http://www.teawithmd.com
A doctor’s guide to health & beauty

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karen says:

February 5, 2015 at 10:49 pm

I’ve used latisse for at least 2 years. THE FIRST THING I DID was take an eye liner brush and use it instead of the applicators they supply. I use the same one every night. Every one else I know in the plastic surgeons office and else where does the same thing. No burning or irritation or waste of product, ever. Also, like others here, I don’t apply it every night; maybe 3 nights a week. I have light eyes and hair, and am 52. My lashes are long now!

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1. Sam says:
  
  September 16, 2019 at 7:55 pm
  
  I’m pretty much using it every night and I did the same thing applicator wise..
  
  Product is not wasted and wow to my lashes
  
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Lisa Wilkins says:

February 2, 2015 at 10:45 am

I have used Rapidlash for two years! I cannot say enough good about it! It works!
You can purchase it for just $20 on amazon.

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1. Rita says:
  
  July 20, 2017 at 8:30 pm
  
  How? Don’t you need a doctor’s prescription?
  
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Diane says:

February 1, 2015 at 4:45 am

I buy my Latisse from India. Much cheaper and works well.

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1. Dee says:
  
  February 18, 2016 at 1:19 pm
  
  How can you buy it from India do you have a website I could look at
  
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  1. Blaine says:
    
    August 18, 2017 at 4:48 pm
    
    I would not recommended buying a prescription medication from another country. It isn’t regulated, and the treatment isn’t being monitored by a doctor. I always get my latisse from a company called yoderm based out of california. (you can do a google search) You take pictures of your lashes and a real us board certified derm will write you a prescription and ship it directly to you. I feel much safer doing it this way. I have seen incredible latisse results. My lashes even interfere with my glasses! 🙂 .
    
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2. Carrie says:
  
  January 29, 2020 at 10:05 pm
  
  Yep. I bought a bunch of biometropist in Mexico at a pharmacy chain while traveling. Prior to that I purchased from Canada Drug.
  
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RML says:

January 31, 2015 at 11:33 am

I’ve tried both Latisse and Revitalash. They both worked for me in terms of longer, thicker, slightly darker lashes. Like Diana, I used a tiny soft eyeliner brush to apply the Latisse because the applicators that come with it are huge and stiff. The top of the Revitalash tube has a brush applicator attached which is soft and works well but I don’t like the idea of reusing a brush so close to my eyes. My problem with both products was that my eyes always felt dry and irritated (even after months of use) and I developed dark purple circles under my eyes and the under eye area got a hollowed out look. Apparently these are well-documented possible side effects. I had great lashes but I looked like I was dying! So much so that people asked me if I as OK all the time. Fortunately the bad side effects went away soon after stopping using both products and so did my gorgeous lashes. I’ve used the leftover products on my thinning eyebrows, with nice reesults and no side effects, and continue to buy Revitalash for that purpose.

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Diana says:

January 30, 2015 at 9:17 pm

Lisa,
I had no sensitivity issues. And mascara is now optional. Yes, it is expensive, but once I adjusted the application, it’s reasonable.
Try it!!!!

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Betsy Kleger says:

January 30, 2015 at 4:57 pm

Ive had great success with Babelash serum. It’s $70 for a three month supply (after using it for 3 months every day you cut back to 3x per week so it goes even further. It is sold only to licensed beauticians or Amazon. No irritation, no pain and not only does it lengthen, it makes my lashes thicker. My friend tried it and it works for her as well. We are both 53.

I won’t be without it. I’ll look for the before and after photos and post them.

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Sue says:

January 30, 2015 at 1:52 pm

I’ve used a product called “LiLash”. It seems to lengthen & somewhat thicken my lashes. It looks like a mascara tube with a very small eyeliner brush at the end. There’s very minimal irritation. When I use it nightly, I see results after one month and they continue growing as long as I use the product. Once you have a desired look, you can limit your use to 2 to 3 times a week. When I go off the product, my lashes still look good, however may go down in size a bit. I just start using the product again when I feel the need. I purchase mine from eBay. I’m not sure where else to get it.

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Kim says:

January 30, 2015 at 12:14 pm

Also tried Revitalash- much more expensive and not near the results of Rapidlash.

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Kim says:

January 30, 2015 at 12:12 pm

I too was Leary of Latisse affecting my eyes in anyway. I have been using a product called ‘ Rapidlash’ for 6 years. The results are AMAZING. People ask if I have false lashes on. It is available on Amazon or drugstore.com for around $30. No side effects. Took about a month to see results. Try it. You will love it.

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Zoe Greenberg says:

January 30, 2015 at 11:32 am

I too tried Latisse but hated the application. I have had significant success with Revitalash.It is cheaper as well. And I had no spiky feel/or lid irritation as you described. My lashes are MUCH longer, in fact I sometimes have to trim them! When I use mascara,they look like false eyelashes! But I’m not sure they are thicker. I would love to have more thickness. More trial and error needed.. Zgirl

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Lisa says:

January 30, 2015 at 9:59 am

Hi Diana…just curious if you had the sensitivity issues that Angie mentioned? I have a package of Latisse sitting in my drawer that I have yet to open. I don’t want to love it and become hooked which is the main reason it remains unopened.

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1. LADYBIRD says:
  
  October 14, 2016 at 2:48 pm
  
  Lisa, make sure you dont keep it in your drawer too long, there is expiration dates on Latisse! I have used it for 3yrs and have never had a single problem.
  
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Stacie says:

January 30, 2015 at 1:10 am

I loved Latisse when I used it. It made my eyes dry and my lids a little itchy, but for the amazing results I got I didn’t totally mind. I use more natural products now and get the same results. Thanks for your review Angie!! Stacie xo

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1. Rhonda says:
  
  November 29, 2015 at 11:04 pm
  
  Hi Stacie – what natural products do you use now to get the same results? Thanks! Rhonda
  
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Diana says:

January 29, 2015 at 11:28 pm

I’ve used Latisse off and on for several years and I wanted to share an application tip. I drop one small drop into the container top. Then I use a tiny sable eye liner brush to dip into the solution and apply it to the lash. The applicator brushes that come with the Latisse are huge and cause a lot of product to be wasted.
Also, after 12 weeks, I’m able to maintain the results by applying every other night.
I’m 50 and my lashes are naturally dark. But the Latisse thickens and lengthens my lashes.

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Dawn says:

January 29, 2015 at 11:00 pm

FWIW, I’ve had good luck with RapidLash. I found that after awhile (don’t remember exactly how long but maybe a few weeks) I had to back off to about 2-3 times per week because the lashes at the outside corners of my eye were getting so long that they were turning inward, left eye moreso than the right. Also, I have naturally long lashes anyway and they were becoming “too” long. I was initially attracted by the possibility of thicker lashes. Anyway, I just purchased my second tube, the first having lasted over a year.

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1. Laura Backman says:
  
  January 27, 2017 at 12:13 am
  
  Do you still prefer Rapid lash?
  
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  1. Angie says:
    
    February 1, 2017 at 8:52 pm
    
    I had a great run with RapidLash but it stopped working suddenly last summer so I switched to RevitaLash. It’s 3X the price of RapidLash but my lashes and brows are growing again. At least I got 2 good years of growth out of RapidLash!!
    
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