15/06/2023
Eyelash facts 🤗
The human eyelash has a protective function. It’s designed to keep debris and dust out of the eye.
The lower lid typically has between 75 to 80 lashes in four rows, while the upper lid has between 90 to 160 lashes in five or six rows.
The lash itself is composed of the shaft, or the visible lash, the root, and a bulb, which connects to the blood vessels and has a life cycle of between 4 and 11 months.
Healthy eyelashes can grow to around 12 millimeters and have a slight curvature.
While you may think that eyelashes don’t require much upkeep, it turns out they thrive with a little basic care.
This can help prevent:
-infections
-irritation
-inflammation
-eyelash loss
This is especially true if you apply eye makeup and false lashes frequently.
Some health conditions can also result in poor eyelash health,
Eg. - blepharitis, or inflammation of the eyelid margins.
Blepharitis is an inflammatory condition that can lead to clogged glands at the root of the lash, preventing the eyelash from living out its full life cycle. You may also notice itchiness and inflammation around the eyelid.
Nutrition
Making a few changes to your diet can dramatically improve the health of your eyelashes,
Takeaway
Eyelashes go through a lot, so it’s important to keep them healthy.
See us for more.