Latisse Eyelash Prescription Treatment:

There's a new eyelash-enhancing drug on the market called Latisse. OK, it's actually not really "new". The product came about through the use of Lumigan. Lumigan is another drug produced to actually treat glaucoma, an eye disease which can lead to blindess if left untreated.

Interestingly, one of the side effects of Lumigan is longer, thicker and darker eyelashes.

So you've guessed it, we've got a new drug used specifically to achieve those longer, thicker and darker eyelashes: Latisse. According to USA Today, Latisse was FDA approved for eyelash enhancement in December 2008.

Dermatologists state that the drug works to lengthen, thicken and darken the lash. Instead of being brushed on like mascara, Latisse is applied to the upper lash line so it can get into the hair follicle.

In clinical trials, the most common side effect was minor eye irritaton, like redness and itching. The manufacturer also states that the product can darken your eyelids, and even possibly make your eye color appear darker. Although not harmful, this change in eye color apparently is not reversible.

Latisse takes about 2-4 months to take full lengthening effect, and must be used continuously as long at the user wants to achieve long lash results. I've read that Latisse costs around $60 a month, or $120 for a 2-month supply. And you need a doctor's prescription to get it.

The comparison? Although less messy than mascara, less cumbersome than false eyelashes, and cheaper than eyelash transplants or lash extensions, I noticed that Latisse is almost triple the price of a quality eyelash conditioner... and you need a prescription. More information on Latisse