The right application of mascara can flatter your eyes. It can make them look more youthful, add drama, and captivate others with a passing glance.
What if you didn’t have to use mascara to have jaw-dropping eyelashes every day? Instead, effortlessly enjoy eyes that stand out with Latisse in Pembroke Pines.
This FDA-approved prescription medicine can help you enjoy longer, fuller, darker eyelashes within a few treatments. When you combine that with our other luxurious, supportive services, you get a personalized blend of self-care that helps you embrace your authentic self.
The medical professionals at Salas Plastic Surgery & The Love Medspa can examine your thinning, sparse eyelashes and determine if Latisse is right for you. Request an appointment to see if clinically proven Latisse eyelash therapy can restore that natural “wow!” to your eyes.
Read our blog to understand the Latisse process and explore what Salas Plastic Surgery & The Love Medspa can do for discerning women and men—like you.
What Latisse Does for Your Eyes
Originally, Allergan (the company that created Latisse) developed prescription-level eyedrops containing bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03% as a treatment for glaucoma. It can help to lower intraocular pressure.
Patients undergoing the treatment began to report they were also enjoying longer, thicker, and darker eyelashes—and were even growing new ones. Allergan took notice and did clinical studies on this ingredient as a treatment for hypotrichosis—the thinning and loss of eyelashes.
In 2008, Latisse received FDA approval as a hypotrichosis treatment.
How Does Latisse Work?
The active ingredient in Latisse extends the anagen phase, the growth phase of your hair cycle. This allows eyelashes to grow longer and thicker before your body naturally sheds them.
At the same time, Latisse in Pembroke Pines can stimulate hair follicles to produce longer, darker, and fuller hair in the growth phase.
Applying Latisse to Your Upper Eyelid
In Allergan’s clinical trials, they only applied Latisse to the upper eyelash line, and that is where the FDA approved its use for hair growth. Because Latisse indiscriminately promotes hair growth, we don’t recommend its use on the lower eyelid. This avoids the risk of seeing unwanted hair show up in other areas, such as the upper cheeks.
After approval from our Latisse doctor, patients usually apply the medication each night before bed, in the comfort of their own home. This gives the skin plenty of time to absorb the solution overnight, all while allowing you to maintain your normal routine in the morning.
- Step 1: Cleanse your eyelids. Remove any makeup, and also take out your contact lenses (if you wear any).
- Step 2: Put a single drop of Latisse solution on the applicator. Yes, just one.
- Step 3: Apply Latisse to the base of the upper eyelashes. Go from the inner part of the lash line to the outer part.
- Step 4: Clean up any excess so that hair only grows where you want it to.
- Step 5: Using a new applicator, repeat steps 1 through 4 on your other eyelid. Dispose of the 2 applicators when you’re done, and get ready to grow your lashes!
What to Expect for Results
With this simple at-home application, you can expect noticeable results from Latisse in Pembroke Pines within 8 to 12 weeks, with optimal results usually showing at about 16 weeks.
You’ll need to apply Latisse daily for those first 16 weeks. Once you achieve your best results, you’ll go into a maintenance phase, which reduces the number of times per week that you need to apply Latisse.
In the end, you get to enjoy lush Latisse lashes where there used to be thinning, short lashes, for eyes that look deeper, refreshed, and more alluring.
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Come Feel “The Love”
Salas Plastic Surgery & The Love Medspa offer upscale services in a luxury environment. But don’t let that fool you; we’re also your biggest cheerleaders in Pembroke Pines, Weston, Hollywood, Palm Springs, and all throughout our area!
Dr. Rafael Emerick Salas is an award-winning board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in all aspects of the face and body. Though he’s won awards for his skills, his most satisfying achievement is seeing clients look in the mirror with a smile.
Loving yourself means you can love others better, because you have the energy and vitality to do so. His team helps women and men recapture that sense of self every day. Feel “The Love” from our range of surgical and nonsurgical, noninvasive treatment options, empowering you to make the best decisions for your care.
Options That Support Those Beautiful Eyes
As Latisse in Pembroke Pines improves your eyelash game, we offer other choices that further improve how you look and feel.
Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
Latisse can help the lashes on your upper eyelid grow longer and stronger. It cannot, however, address any droop or misshapenness of the eyelids themselves. To show off your new lashes even more, eyelid lift surgery can refine, reshape, and rejuvenate your eyes for that more open, youthful appearance.
As part of your individualized treatment plan, you can choose to have your eyelid lift done before you start Latisse. Most doctors recommend waiting at least 2 weeks after surgery to give the tissues time to heal before applying the Latisse solution to the lash line.
We may be able to perform the blepharoplasty after the 16-week course of Latisse treatments has passed, so that you already have the full benefits going strong. With a 2-week hiatus before continuing your Latisse maintenance, we can look at strategies for when you resume ongoing Latisse support to keep your lashes luscious.
Morpheus8 RF Microneedling
Using an advanced, customizable combination of microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) energy, Morpheus8 tightens skin and boosts natural collagen production. The personalized settings allow Morpheus8 to be used on the delicate skin near the eyes.
With Morpheus8, we can:
- Diminish under-eye bags and hollows.
- Improve skin texture.
- Reduce fine lines around the eyes.
- Add more volume to sunken areas.
We can perform Morpheus8 treatments without the need to pause your Latisse treatments. As for the rest of your face, Morpheus8 can help diminish stretch marks, scars, and sagging skin. Now your eyes will shine from a glowing face—making the most of your inherent beauty!
Laser Hair Removal
Latisse in Pembroke Pines helps you grow hair where you want it—along your upper eyelash line.
But what about hair that grows on its own where you don’t want it? Laser hair removal at Salas Plastic Surgery & The Love Medspa lets you “zap” unwanted hair almost anywhere. Our precision technology from Cutera and Sciton can remove hair from areas including your back, arms, neck, and face, so that they don’t distract from your best features (like those dazzling eyes).
You can continue your Latisse therapy concurrently with your laser hair removal treatments. Most patients only need up to 6 treatment sessions for effective elimination of hair. Each session progressively reduces hair growth, leaving your skin soft and sleek for the long term.
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Latisse FAQs
As we help patients invest in their natural beauty and confidence, several questions commonly pop up about Latisse in Pembroke Pines.
Do I need a prescription for Latisse?
Yes, you will need a prescription for Latisse therapy. To have Latisse near you, request an appointment for an exam. Dr. Salas will examine your eyes and eyelids, and talk to you about your medical history. If this consultation determines that you’re a suitable candidate for hypotrichosis treatment, you’ll receive a prescription for Latisse.
Will my lashes fall out if I stop using Latisse?
Your lashes will return to their previous appearance after ceasing Latisse therapy. Latisse temporarily increases the growth period for eyelashes. Without maintenance treatment for eyelash enhancement, the hair follicles will eventually return to the previous growth patterns that caused the sparse appearance.
Can I wear mascara while using Latisse?
Absolutely, you can wear mascara while using Latisse in Pembroke Pines if you so choose. The only caveat is to let the Latisse solution dry first before applying makeup (including eyelash extensions).
However, many patients realize they don’t need mascara anymore in their daily routine.
Are there any side effects of Latisse?
Every patient differs, so there’s no simple answer. The most common side effects can include:
- Mild itching
- Redness
Less common side effects can include:
- Temporary darkening of eyelid skin
- Potential for iris color change (extremely rare with proper application)
We thoroughly educate every patient on the proper application techniques to best avoid these potential side effects.
Level Up Your Lashes
For Latisse in Pembroke Pines, Weston, Miramar, Miami Gardens, and more, you don’t have to travel 2 hours to enjoy world-class aesthetic care and luxury plastic surgery. Find it right here in the neighborhood!
Request an appointment, and let us show you The Love, where details are the difference between average and stunning.
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About Salas Plastic Surgery & The Love Medspa
Our team of ladies and gentlemen helps other ladies and gentlemen achieve the best version of themselves. The results we provide make an impact in people’s lives, helping them feel more confident, healthy, and, best of all, in love with how they look.
Our fun, luxury vibe invites you to enjoy an experience defined by attention to detail, the highest quality treatments, and a team that brings every aspect of beauty together for you.
