Latisse: How It Works, How to Apply It, and Side Effects
Latisse (bimatoprost) helps make eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker.
Your eyelashes help protect your eyes from things like dust and dirt. If you have low eyelash growth, one medication that can help is Latisse (bimatoprost). In this video, learn how to apply Latisse correctly to improve treatment outcomes and minimize side effects.
- Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDAlyssa Billingsley, PharmD, is a pharmacist on the GoodRx team with a decade of experience. She is also an adjunct faculty at St. Louis College of Pharmacy, where she graduated with a doctorate in pharmacy. She is licensed to practice in Missouri and is a member of the National Council of Prescription Drug Programs (NCPDP) and the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS). Prior to GoodRx, Alyssa worked in both clinical and administrative roles. She was recognized with the Distinguished Alumnus Outstanding Achievement Award in 2017 for her work in developing pharmacy programs to expand patient access to quality medications.
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