Latisse® or Eyelash Extensions: Which Should I Choose?

The eyes are said to be the windows of the soul, and havinglong, beautiful eyelashes as a frame for them can make them look moreexpressive, attractive, and youthful. When it comes to getting such luscious lashes,there are many different options available, from lash-enhancement tattoos tovolumizing mascaras, lash lifts, eyelash extensions, and growth-simulatingserums like Latisse^®topical formula. For Albuquerque-areapatients hoping to upgrade their natural lash length, our Western DermatologyConsultants team discusses both Latisse^® and standard eyelashextensions.

The prescription medicationis ideal for making your lashes longer, fuller, and darker. Latisse^®has been FDA-approved since 2008 for application on the upper eyelids. If useddaily, as recommended, it gradually improves several aspects of lash growth.The active ingredient works to both increase the number of hairs and extendtheir growth phase to address sparse, stubby lashes or make already full lasheseven fuller. This effect will last as long as the cosmetic is routinelyapplied. If you stop applying Latisse^®, your lashes will graduallyreturn to the way they looked prior to starting the treatment.

Eyelash extensions arephysical products made up of silk or similar material, applied on top of yournatural lashes to create a more dramatic, intense appearance. They look morenatural than mascara and can be customized for unique eye shapes. The effectcan last as long as the natural lifespan of eyelashes themselves: about six toeight weeks.

Extensions can also be usedin conjunction with Latisse^® for patients who want an especiallynoticeable “wow” factor for their lashes, or who want to get a fuller lookright away while waiting for the effects of Latisse^® to truly kickin. Anyone interested in this dual approach should know that they must wait for48 hours after getting extensions before applying the topical medication.

Want to achieve the long, luscious eyelashes you’ve always yearned for with Latisse^®? Or try eyelash extensions for yourself? Book a tele-consult with us today by calling (505) 855-9267 or fill out a contact form to get in touch with our team at The Spa @ Western Dermatology Consultants in Albuquerque.