An eyelash is a hair that grows at the edge of the eyelid. It protects our eye from any debris and also performs some of the same function as whiskers do on a mouse or a cat in the sense that they are sensitive when being touch. “Blepharis” is the greek word for eyelashes.
Development of the eyelash of the embryo is in between the 7th and 8th weeks. If eyelashes are pulled out it will take also for seven to eight weeks in order for it to grow. The color of the eyelashes varies from the color of the hair. Basically women considered having long eyelashes added better look and a sign of femininity.
During Bronze Age kohl has been worn for protection and also to enhance lashes. Royal and wealthy Ancient Egyptians used kohl for protection of their eyes against bugs, dust and sands. Contemporary eye makeup comprises eye putty, eye shadow, eyeliner and mascara for better eye emphasis. Later on a false eyelash had been created false eyelashes popularly in the year 1960s.
Eyelash extensions and permanent eyelash shades have been popularly developing specially in salons. Another development was the possibility of an eyelash transplants. This transplant is similar to hair transplantation of the head. A head hair is transplanted to the eye lash that is surely will grow, thus it needs to be trimmed from time to time.
How can an eyelash grow longer safely?
During the first quarter of 2009 Latisse was introduced. It is the first drug to acquire FDA approval by Allergan for growth of the eyelash. When we say Latisse it is a weak absorption of the bimatropost (the active part of the glaucoma medication Lumigan. Within 16 weeks the growth of the eyelashes can be noticed primarily on the upper eyelashes.
Serums in wand/tube packaging burst up in the beauty market today. Take note this is not 100% safety. Before lengthening your lashes make sure that it is going to be safe. Allergic reactions had been reported like eyelids darkening or eyes reddening. Bacteria start to multiply which irritates the eyes.
Natural solutions like castor oil are still not 100% safe according to some ophthalmologist. Mascara has been the quickest solution to make the eyelashes longer but not a long term answer. But still if you want to be more sophisticated and look better this is the safest way to have it.
The use of False Eyelashes
False Eyelashes has come into the market too. Some are long and luscious, these are subtly sexy. Some are styled and manufactured using human hair or from a synthetic materials. These false eyelashes are trimmed to fit to the users’ eyes. This is trimmed out before applying adhesives. Outside edge of the eyelashes is being removed in single strands in order to avoid over trimming.
Another tip to achieve better result it is advisable for the adhesive to become tacky before contact to the skin. Eyes must be cleansed or “made-up before applying the false eyelashes. Take note that mascara is not required over it. Mascara can be worn to lower lashes to add further highlight of the eyes.