Why do you need to care for your eyelashes? The most effective ways: oils, home masks, beauty products and salon treatments. Real reviews.
Eyelash care is a complex of procedures aimed at maintaining their attractive appearance, nourishing the hair follicles, and protecting against destructive factors. Thanks to an integrated approach, you can prevent fragility and hair loss, restore healthy shine and elasticity, and some products even help to activate the growth of eyelashes.
Why is it important to care for your eyelashes?
Eyelashes are given by nature not only for beauty - they have a protective function. This is a barrier that traps water droplets, dust, debris, small foreign objects in order to avoid getting them into the eyes.
Fragile eyelashes are, in fact, the strongest. At least when compared to other body hair. They are dominated by protein and a very small amount of water.
What will be the eyelashes in humans, genetics decides. But after the formation of follicles, germination of hairs, the environment enters the battle. A lot of tests fall on the eyelashes.
The condition of the eyelashes worsens under the influence of such factors:
- Abuse of cosmetics, beauty treatments;
- The use of cheap low-quality mascara;
- The habit of going to bed with makeup;
- Too frequent use of waterproof mascara - its composition is especially aggressive;
- Regular use of curling irons or improper use of a curler - they should not be used when the eyelashes are already colored with mascara;
- Hormonal disruptions - sometimes the loss of eyelashes signals a malfunction of the body;
- Lack of vitamins and minerals in the body.
Proper care of eyelashes is especially important if the girl regularly uses cosmetics. It is necessary to carefully and competently remove decorative agents, not allowing lumps of mascara, eyeliner or shadows to remain. They clog the pores, which leads to inflammation, disruption of root nutrition.
Because of the desire to be the most beautiful, a woman aggravates the situation when she uses a curler and other tricks, as a result of which the hairs are constantly exposed to mechanical and thermal effects, which causes their fragility and loss.
Some beauty procedures also lead to a deterioration in the condition of the eyelashes, if they are too often carried away:
- Build-up - when a girl wears long artificial eyelashes for a long time, it weakens the "family", as a result, they may even fall out;
- Biowave - chemically aggressive composition has a bad effect on the condition of the hair follicles;
- Dyeing - especially if paint of dubious quality is used, sometimes even from a single use dermatitis occurs, loss begins;
- Perm - even the most gentle composition still harms the eyelashes.
Therefore, it is important to know how to care for your eyelashes in order to prevent a situation where the hairs begin to break and fall out. By maintaining them periodically, it is easier to preserve the natural beauty and natural protection of the eyes for years to come.
The basic rules for the care of eyelashes include:
- It is imperative to remove eye makeup using mild products without aggressive components, drying textures.
- When removing cosmetics, do not rub your eyes, do not try to peel off the mascara mechanically - it would be correct to apply the makeup remover on a cotton pad, press it for a short time (10-20 seconds), and then wash off the makeup with gentle movements, without strong pressure.
- Periodically carry out strengthening procedures, funds and their composition are selected taking into account the condition of the eyelashes.
- Do not forget about the general strengthening of health, good nutrition. Lack of vitamins and minerals will also have a detrimental effect on the cilia.
Eyelash care methods
There are many effective ways to care for eyelashes at home, to improve blood supply in the eyelash area, to provide nourishment to the bulbs, to strengthen and protect the hairs themselves. The following are the most effective ones.
Eyelash care oils
In the photo, castor oil for eyelashes
Oil masks for eyelashes help to provide follicles with all the necessary nutrients and improve hair growth. A well-chosen remedy can restore already damaged eyelashes, relieve inflammation and even save you from infection.
To obtain a healing effect, it is recommended to undergo at least 10-15 procedures using eyelash oil. You can repeat the course no earlier than a month later. Alternatively, you can sometimes do prophylactic masks 2-3 times a week.
What is the best oil to use for eyelash growth:
- From pistachios or walnuts … In fact, it is a natural vitamin and mineral complex supplemented with antioxidants. Thanks to its use, the hairs become elastic, shiny. It protects the cilia from various harmful factors.
- Castor … It contains the most valuable acids - oleic, palmitic, ricinoleic. Plus, the product contains vitamins A and E. Regularly using the product, you can prevent the loss of cilia, make their color saturated. The follicles are also nourished, which has a beneficial effect on hair growth.
- Usma oil … The tool is especially appreciated by the beauties of Asian countries, and for a reason. It contains flavonoids, alkaloids and vitamins. The complex of nutrients "stimulates" the follicles, stimulating the growth of hairs.
If a person is prone to allergies, before using any oil for the first time, it is better to test by dropping a little of the substance on the wrist and then assessing the skin reaction. If after 20 minutes there are no undesirable sensations, itching, redness, rash, you can use the remedy as directed.
General recommendations for using oils to strengthen eyelashes:
- It is important to exclude the substance from entering the mucous membrane.
- It is better to apply the product to the tips of the eyelashes, and it will gradually drain to the roots.
- When processing, there should be no lenses on the eyes.
- The oil is taken drop by drop, because the excess will definitely get into the eyes, cause irritation, redness, and swelling.
- Procedures using oils are not done at night: such a mask will have time to show the result in 1-2 hours.
- The most convenient way to apply the oil is with a clean mascara brush.
- Before use, the product should be warmed up in a steam bath.
Cosmetics for eyelashes
In the photo, Talika firming gel, the price of which is 3143 rubles. for 10 ml
Naturally, cosmetic companies offer a variety of home-based eyelash care products. Since you can find a lot of similar tools on store shelves, it is better to first study which of them are really effective:
- Talika firming gel … It is an effective and truly luxurious product. It contains extracts of horse chestnut and nettle, hazel and St. John's wort. Such a rich composition guarantees the strengthening of the hairs, maintenance and stimulation of their growth. A big plus that such a means for strengthening eyelashes is suitable even with eye sensitivity. Including, it is possible to apply directly under the mascara. It is recommended to take a course of daily procedures for 28 days, using the product twice a day. True, the miracle gel costs a little expensive: 10 ml costs 3143 rubles. or UAH 1212
- Elma cosmetic oil … A very inexpensive but effective product. It contains oils - castor, nettle, milk thistle. This eyelash repair product is also enriched with vitamins A, PP and E. Finally, the cherry on the cake is priceless hyaluronic acid. And the cost of the product pleases - only about 170 rubles. or 70 UAH. Moreover, it comes in a narrow bottle with a ready-made brush for application.
- Cil-Glamor Eyelash & Eyebrow Grower … This is a bimatoprost based product. Since it contains no oils and vitamins, allergies are practically excluded. First, it is applied daily 1 time per day for a month. Then it is enough to repeat the procedure once every three days. It is easy to use because it comes with a brush, like the one girls used to tint their eyes with mascara. The cost of a bottle of 3 g is 1800 rubles. or UAH 694.
- Cherisher Cherish Mascara … This is a tool that will not be superfluous in any cosmetic bag. Its big plus is that it not only colors the hairs, but also cares for them. The composition is supplemented with panthenol, extract of Knotweed and vitamin E. Naturally, one cannot count on a miraculous effect. But mascara will help keep your eyelashes in good condition. The cost of the funds is 1270 rubles. or 490 UAH.
- Serum for strengthening eyelashes Christian BretonEye Lash Builder … It is a concentrate that contains peptides, red algae, energy ingredients. Such a complex strengthens the hairs, restores their strength and flexibility. The product costs 1,990 rubles. or 770 UAH.
Eyelash mask recipes
If your eyelashes have become thin, began to thin out rapidly, homemade masks prepared on the basis of improvised means will come to the rescue. They will help strengthen the hairs and stimulate their growth.
The most effective recipes for eyelash restoration.
- With beeswax … In addition to this ingredient, you will need petroleum jelly and castor oil to prepare the mask. All components are taken in equal proportions. Then they are heated in a water bath to melt the wax. Kneading, the mass is cooled and applied to the eyelashes (you can also on the eyebrows). To strengthen them, it is enough to withstand the mask for a quarter of an hour.
- From potato juice … Aloe juice and honey are added to it. Mix thoroughly to get a homogeneous mass, wrap it in a tissue and apply to the lash line. The duration of the procedure is 10 minutes.
- Parsley and sour cream … The products must be the freshest! The greens are finely chopped, mixed with sour cream. Then you can put the mass on gauze and apply to the eyelids. About 20 minutes is enough to nourish the eyelashes.
- With gelatin … The tool not only nourishes, but also protects the eyelashes, "seals" the damaged areas. Essentially, it replaces salon lash lamination. Dissolve 10 g of gelatin in 30 ml of pure water. After a quarter of an hour, add 10 g of hair balm to the mass. Carefully apply the composition strictly on the eyelashes, avoiding contact with the eyelids and eyes! Withstand the mask for up to 20 minutes.
- Almond-lemon … To prepare the product, you need to take almond oil and lemon juice in a ratio of 2 to 1. Kneading, the mass is applied to the cilia. Keep the composition for no longer than 7 minutes.
- Chamomile broth … To prepare the mask, pour boiling water over the dried flowers and let it brew. Further, when the broth cools down to room temperature, castor oil is introduced into it. Mix thoroughly to achieve the consistency of thick sour cream. The product is distributed over the entire length of the cilia and left for 40 minutes.
- From carrots … This fruit is rich in keratin and vitamins that are good for hair. It makes an excellent mask for thickening eyelashes. You just need to squeeze the juice and distribute over the hairs. It is recommended to stand the tool for up to an hour. If you add oil, the value of the product will increase. But in this case, the duration of use is reduced.
- On rosehip broth … To make a mask for eyelashes, you need to pour boiling water over the dried fruits. Burdock or castor oil is added to the resulting broth. Next, the composition is sent to a dark place for a couple of days. The eyelash growth mask is used daily in the morning and evening. It is enough to take a course of 10 procedures.
Cosmetology procedures for eyelashes
Of course, in beauty salons, experts are well aware of how to properly care for eyelashes. Therefore, they are ready to offer effective procedures:
- Eyelash lamination … Most often, girls resort to it for the sake of visual effect. It helps to increase the visual volume of hairs, length, change the bend, making it more beautiful and expressive. But if you know how professionals do eyelash lamination, you can also appreciate the benefits of the procedure. The fact is that a whole complex is used, which includes a protein that is vital for the hairs. It strengthens the cilia, protects them from destructive factors. Depending on the composition used, the cost of the service will be in the range of 3000-5000 thousand rubles.
- Molecular eyelash restoration - a novelty in the beauty industry. This is a multi-step procedure that starts at the salon and ends at home. First, the master applies the funds to the hairs, coloring them and forming a bend. Next, they move on to the bulbs, which are treated with a composition that activates their growth. Afterwards, the sealing is carried out. At home, the client is given a vitamin sachet enriched with oils and amino acids. It is necessary to continue caring for the eyelashes to strengthen and activate growth already at home. The cost is also predetermined by the drugs used by the master. On average, recovery will cost 5,000.
- Italian eyelash restoration - is also one of the innovations in cosmetology. Using a whole range of preparations, specialists strengthen hair, restore hair growth, thanks to the effect on the follicles. The prices for services depend on how exactly the eyelash care products are used. On average, you have to pay in the range of 3000-5000 rubles.
Real eyelash care reviews
In addition to recommendations for the care of eyelashes, it is useful to study and reviews of various procedures and cosmetics. Thanks to someone else's experience, it is easier to decide for yourself which of them you should resort to.
Violetta, 27 years old
I really like to make oil masks for eyelashes. I repeat them literally weekly, 2 times a week. The cilia are delicate, shiny, not brittle. Everything is elementary, pleasant, the result is obvious. Despite the regular use of mascara and even periodic curling, they still delight the eyelashes with their beauty.
Oksana, 24 years old
She recently started doing eyelash lamination. I went to the salon, although there is a bunch of tips on how to laminate at home. I like the effect, I will repeat it periodically.
Renata, 43 years old
I experimented with different home eyelash care products. I don't really like all kinds of oils. There is irritation from them, allergies. Therefore, I stopped at the Russian tool Cil-Glamor. Not bad at all. We can say that the eyelashes have recovered, which have lost their appearance.
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When choosing eyelash care products, it is important to remember that prevention is the best way to maintain beauty. Therefore, it is important to be very serious about the choice of cosmetics for the eyes and specifically for coloring the cilia. No matter how strong they are, from dubious mascara, abuse of curler, friction inevitably causing harm, up to the loss of eyelashes.
