Latisse has had a lot of press lately. Latisse contains a drug called Bimatiprost, which is a prostoglandin used in the treatment of glaucoma. As a nurse, I can tell you that doctors have observed the changes in the eyelashes of glaucoma patients for a while. People undergoing treatment for glaucoma definitely have long and beautiful lashes. There are side effects however including darkening of the skin, and irritation that can be anywhere from mild to serious.

Latisse is used just like eyeliner and is applied to the eyelash line usually in the evening before bed. . Many report the irritation goes away after a few days. The product itself ranges from $120 to $150 for a 60 day supply. The benefits stop when usage stops. You need to keep it up to maintain the effect, and it is technically a daily use product. A prescription is required to obtain this product.