How to Restore Eyelashes
Eyelashes frame your eyes and bring them into the spotlight on your face. Dark, thick lashes can highlight your eyes in a very positive way. But sparse, brittle and thin eyelashes lack the luster to draw attention to your eyes. If you suffer from this problem, there are ways to correct it! Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Oil-free eye makeup remover
- Cotton Balls
- Castor oil
- Computer with Internet access
Instructions
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Taking care of the eyelashes you have is the first step to restoring their health. When removing eye makeup at night, especially waterproof eye makeup, use an oil-free remover and apply gently with cotton balls.
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After you have cleansed your eyelashes and face at night, use a clean cotton ball to apply a light coating of castor oil to both sides of your eyelashes. This will moisturize the lashes while you sleep.
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When looking for a product to further stimulate eyelash growth, you must be a savvy consumer. There are a host of products claiming to aid in eyelash growth, but only several that have been clinically proven at this time. The most prominent on the market as of 2009 is Xalatan, which is sold as an eyedrop solution. Lumigan, however, may appeal to more consumers as it is sold in a mascara-like tube, with a brush tip for application of the product.
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Check online consumer reviews for the products you are considering, before purchasing, taking note of any and all side effects from each product.
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Purchase the product that you feel is best suited to your needs.
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Tips & Warnings
When cleansing your eyelashes, be careful not to pull on them. Pulling lashes, curling them, wearing fake lashes, and sleeping in mascara can all cause lashes to break or fall out.
Xalatan was created to treat the medical condition glaucoma, and does carry some possible negative side effects. These can include permanent darkening of eye color, darkening of eyelid and surrounding eye area, burning, itching and other possible irritation. If you do experience any of these, it is advised that you immediately cleanse the affected area, pat dry and cease use of the product. Lumigan was created to capitalize on the positive cosmetic side effects of Xalatan, but does carry the same risks. The active ingredient, prostaglandin, found in these glaucoma medications may be found in other products, but it is wise to stick to FDA approved products when dealing with something as sensitive as your ocular health.
