Eyelashes not only enhance your beauty but also protect your eyes from dust and debris. Excessive eyelash shedding can occur in people with hair loss conditions.
Eyelashes grow in cycles of four to eight weeks, and the hair will not immediately grow back if you pluck them out. Therefore, excessive lash shedding will make your eyelashes look shorter and sparser.
The growth cycle of your eyelashes consists of three stages: catagen (dormant phase), telogen (shedding phase), and anagen (growth phase). In reality, your eyelashes spend the majority of their time in the catagen and anagen phases.
Some Ways to Thicken Eyelashes
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil not only nourishes and moisturizes the skin, preventing and effectively treating acne, but also helps eyelashes grow longer and thicker. The reason is that coconut oil is rich in vitamins A and C, which are beneficial for promoting the growth of longer and thicker lashes. Additionally, the fatty compound called triglycerides helps nourish the lashes.
Every night before going to bed, dip a cotton swab in coconut oil and apply it to your lashes, just like how you would apply mascara, from the base to the tips, for both upper and lower lashes.
Moisturizing Wax
Moisturizing wax, not only a lip and skin moisturizer, can effectively nourish your eyelashes. You can simply take a cotton swab and apply a small amount of wax to your lashes before going to bed. Within a month, you will see surprising improvements in the curl and beauty of your lashes.
One thing to note when using vaseline is to apply a sufficient amount and keep it away from your eyes, as the ingredients in the wax may create a hazy film over your eyes.
Olive Oil and Red Onion
Olive oil is a popular natural ingredient for skincare, and it is also one of the most effective solutions for naturally growing longer and thicker eyelashes.
In addition, red onions contain powerful antioxidant compounds that help restore and stimulate vigorous hair follicles. Using olive oil together with red onions not only promotes longer lash growth but also makes them thicker and darker.
Peel and clean the red onion, then put it in a blender to create a smooth paste. Mix it thoroughly with olive oil to create a concentrated mixture. Apply the mixture to your lashes and gently massage it for the nutrients to absorb quickly. Use this method every night before going to bed and wash your face thoroughly in the morning.