The Importance of Eyelashes
Eyelashes are found on mammals, growing out of the edges of the eyelids. In humans, they are both functional, and a cosmetic focus. Without eyelashes, the probability of eye injury or damage increases greatly.
-
Protection
-
Without eyelashes, dust or small objects in the air may be able to sneak through the eyelids into an eye. The lashes act as a sort of dust collector that protects the eyes.
Human Whiskers
-
As many animals have whiskers as a way of warning themselves of environmental hazards, the human's form of this function is the eyelashes. They are very reflexive, similar to a cat's whiskers.
-
Sensitivity
-
Because eyelashes are very sensitive, they will cause an eye to react very quickly to any unexpected debris. This is what causes eyes to close to so quickly when an unexpected object comes close to them.
Growth
-
Eyelashes grow to about an inch long, before humans are even born. If they are ever plucked out, they will grow back to their regular length in approximately six to eight weeks.
Beauty
-
Most women consider their eyelashes to be one of their marks of physical beauty. The longer and curlier the eyelashes, the more attractive. "Batting eyelashes," fluttering eyelashes up and down rapidly, is a form of flirtation.
-
