Eyelashes do more than only enhance your appearance. They also perform a vital function in keeping dust and other airborne particles from getting into the eyes and irritating them. It’s normal to lose the odd eyelash due to hair regeneration cycles and the natural process of aging, but losing more lashes than you grow indicates that you may have a problem that needs to be addressed.

Mascara

In fact, one of the most prevalent reasons for eyelash loss is a reaction to mascara or other eye cosmetic products. When you rub your irritated eyes, you may accidentally dislodge your eyelash hairs, which can produce a flurry of panic in some people. Avoid using any eye products until the reaction has stopped, and then gradually resume your normal skincare and cosmetics routine to determine the source of the reaction. Another contributing factor is the overzealous removal of waterproof mascara, as well as the tugging of your eyelashes using an eyelash curler.

Blepharitis

Blepharitis is a chronic illness that affects the eyes. Injury to the eyelid, infection or an allergic reaction can all result in inflammation of the eyelid. One of the signs is the loss of eyelashes. Keeping the condition under control can be made easier by practicing good hygiene, wiping the eyelids on a regular basis, and using antibiotics or eye drops.

Alopecia areata

When you have this autoimmune illness, you will lose all of your body hair, including your eyebrows and eyelashes. It is caused by the immune system of the body attacking the hair follicle, causing hair to fall out as a result of the onslaught. However, although there is no treatment for alopecia, hair can spontaneously regenerate in as little as 12 months, and steroid injections have been shown to be effective in stimulating hair growth. Natural artificial eyelashes can be both visually appealing and beneficial in combating the emotional concerns that can arise as a result of hair loss.

Demodex

Consider the possibility of parasitic mites residing on the dead skin of your eyelashes. While this may sound like something out of a horror film, rest assured that it is completely normal and has no negative consequences. They can, however, cause difficulties by damaging the roots of your eyelashes, causing them to fall out in large numbers. The problem can be resolved by washing your eyelashes with baby shampoo and tea tree oil, or your doctor may prescribe a particular gel or facewash to alleviate the symptoms.

Thyroid ailments

Both an overactive thyroid and an underactive thyroid can cause hair to become thin, brittle, and finally, fall out as a result of their respective conditions. The condition can be solved with a variety of thyroid therapies, albeit regrowth may be gradual and sparse at the beginning.

 

Some causes of eyelash loss are completely natural, while others may be as a result of medical treatment such as chemotherapeutic treatment. Consult your doctor as soon as possible if you feel that your eyelash loss is the result of another health concern, such as a metabolic or autoimmune disease, in order to determine the source of the problem.