Lumigan Eyelash Extension (AKA Latisse)

[lovethenewyou]

Latisse is the first FDA approved products used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker, and darker for patients having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.

[karatekathy64]

I am going on my 5th month and my eyelashes are so long it's crazy..btw I am 45 years old...haven't even put mascara on so far...when I do I know they are going to be some of the longest eyelashes on this website.

[tazzynazzy]

Where can you get Latisse?

[pinkdiiamonds]

can i use LUMIGAN, not latisse, even if i dont have glaucoma?

[drlorrieklein]

I'm not sure if Latisse will be available in the UK. You can contact Allergan in Irvine, CA and they can probably give you more information.

[babyhedgehog22]

Will this product be available in the UK?

[drlorrieklein]

Comment to PuppzLover:

Once you discontinue using Latisse (or Lumigan or any eyelash growth product) your lashes will return to their normal length and thickness. It usually takes a few weeks before they start to go back.

[PuppyzLover]

Would the effect of long eyelashes go away after stop using this?

[drlorrieklein]

Use Latisse daily. Once your lashes reach the desired length I recommend using it 3-5 times per week for maintenance.

[drlorrieklein]

In response to highfashionlady - Lumigan and Latisse are identical, with the same risk of side effects, except Latisse is safer because it is applied to the eyelid, not directly in the eye. You actually get more in the Latisse bottle (3 ml vs 2.5 ml) plus you get brushes. The costs are similar. Insurance won't cover either unless you have glaucoma.

[saintdiggingholes]

How often should Lumigan be applied to maintain a consistent result?

[drlorrieklein]

In response to ICUonTV2 - any medical doctor (MD or DO) can prescribe Latisse.

[drlorrieklein]

Latisse has not been tested on pregnant or lactating women, but as far as I know there are no known side effects. I would recommend not using it during pregnancy and check with you physician about using it while lactating.

[ICUonTV2]

Is it safe for use if you are pregnant or breast feeding?

[jamaicancuban04]

Can any Dr. prescribe this?

[highfashionlady]

Is anyone using lumigen? I was prescribed latisse and before buying it I asked my doc if I could just buy lumigen because it's so much cheaper. They told me that I risked having my iris and eyelids turning brown and also I would have big brown spots under my eye. I have a feeling they are the same thing but I'm not sure. Please let me know your experiences.

[drlorrieklein]

If you have glaucoma your opthamologist can prescribe it. If you want to use bimatoprost for eyelash growth, have your cosmetic physician (dermatologist or plastic surgeon) prescribe it or purchase it from them. Most people purchase it directly from their physician except in states that do not allow physicians to dispense medications.

[prettyisabella25]

where  Can I buy Lumigan?

[pixiestar123]

I heard that it hasn't been released/approved in Canada for this use yet... anyone know when it might be? or if it is already?

[drlorrieklein]

The brushes included in the Latisse kit are approved by the FDA for use with Latisse. You can use whatever you like however. My patients find it easier to use a fine eyeliner brush, available in most beauty supply stores. We include one with all of the Latisse's we sell. Good luck and enjoy your long lashes!

[JOHNNYWADTON]

Thank you for the great video dr. klein, Can u use a regular eyeliner brush for applying the Lumigan? In the Latisse website it says you should use only the special applicator provided in the box.. please tell us which eyeliner brush have you found to be the best suitable for these uses...

Regards!

[LisaN61]

Absolutely use a fine eye liner brush. I have Latisse and a generic. ONE drop is plenty for both eyes. The Latisse package says to use one drop PER eye, but it's too much, IMO. Their applicators are way too big and use too much product. I use a very thin liner brush and one drop is enough for both eyes AND the eyebrows!! This stuff is amazing!

[linnea78]

Awesome! Thank you for the feedback, Dr. Klein.

[drlorrieklein]

While the FDA-approved instructions for Latisse recommend not using it on the lower lashes, we have found that applying bimatoprost (Lumigan and Latisse) carefully to the base of the lower eyelashes with a fine eyeliner brush is safe and effective. This is an off-label use for this product but in my experience with over 1500 patients using it we have not seen or heard of any problems.

[highfashionlady]

Is lumigan and latisse identical products? Is lumigan stronger than latisse?

[drlorrieklein]

Lumigan and Latisse are chemically identical. Latisse however is LESS expensive and is in a 3 ml bottle vs. a 2.5 ml bottle for Lumigan.

[linnea78]

I see Dr. Klein is putting it on the lower lashes. For the FDA-approved Latisse, the patient information specifically prohibits using it on the lower lash line. Is it safe to apply Bimatoprost compounds to the lower lashes?