Is There a Solution for My Thinning Eyelashes?

Are your eyelashes breaking or falling out altogether? This could be a sign of a deficiency or an underlying health condition, such as a thyroid disorder.

Regardless of the cause, our experts at me.losangeles aesthetics in West Hollywood, California, can help identify the reason for your thinning eyelashes and provide effective treatment. We use the only FDA-approved treatment for eyelash growth, Latisse®, while also addressing underlying deficiencies that may be contributing to the issue.

Thinning eyelashes: Understanding the causes

Common causes of thinning eyelashes include:

• Aging
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Hormonal changes
• Allergic reactions
• Medical conditions
• Certain medications
• Stress and poor sleep

Fortunately, whether the cause is aging (which can disrupt the hair growth cycle) or an autoimmune disease that attacks your hair follicles, topical treatments can help protect existing follicles and stimulate the growth of new lashes.

If an examination reveals that a hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiency, or allergic reaction is responsible for your thinning eyelashes, treating the root cause may eliminate your need for hair-stimulant products.

Treatments available for thinning eyelashes

Supermarket shelves are filled with products promising eyelash growth, but Latisse remains the only clinically proven prescription drug designed specifically to promote longer, fuller lashes by extending the active growth phase.

Latisse is a topical serum applied to your upper lash line and requires consistent use for optimal results. Hair growth is typically noticeable around week 16. Side effects are generally mild, though some users may experience slight darkening of the upper eyelid where the serum is applied.

Good candidates for Latisse are in overall good health and don’t have any eye or skin infections in the areas where the serum will be applied.

IV vitamin therapy

If blood tests indicate that nutritional deficiencies are at the root of your thinning eyelashes, our experts may recommend personalized IV therapy. Unlike oral supplements, which must pass through your digestive system (where some nutrients may be lost), IV therapy delivers essential nutrients directly into your bloodstream, ensuring optimal absorption.

To speed eyelash regrowth, IV therapy can sometimes be combined with Latisse for enhanced results.

Restore the beauty of your lashes

Don’t waste time and money on serums and supplements that promise results without clinical backing.

Thinning lashes can be effectively treated by either enhancing the growth cycle of hair follicles with specialized serums or by addressing the underlying cause of eyelash thinning. If your lashes have lost their fullness and shine, there’s real hope to restore them.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation by calling our office or booking an appointment online, and find out which treatment best aligns with your cosmetic goals.