How to Achieve OOh-La-La Lashes

Forget eyelash extensions, if you want fuller, longer lashes, then you should reach for this natural solution: castor oil. Castor oil contains ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid thought to stimulate prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), a potent inflammatory mediator which has many effects on the human body. Some of these effects include uterine contractions, dilation of the blood vessels and bowel activity. You might be wondering how this molecule will help you achieve a pair of ooh-la-la lashes. Well, experts theorize that PGE2 also has the ability to stimulate hair follicles, thus prompting the hair growth process.

How to lengthen lashes with castor oil

Fill a small container with castor oil and dip a clean spoolie into the batch. Make sure the spoolie isn’t drenched with oil. This will prevent any excess from dripping into your eyes.

Run the spoolie several times onto your lash lines.

Wash your face the following morning and repeat the same steps before bedtime.

Habits that may inhibit lash growth

It turns out lash extensions might play a role in inhibiting the growth of your lashes. That’s because they may put unnecessary stress on your lash lines. Forgetting to remove mascara and eyeliner will also result in breakage — and can even cause a nasty infection. Not that I need to say it, but It’s important to remove all traces of makeup before you go to bed.

“Large, heavy false eyelashes and stick-ons can cause traction damage to the eyelash follicles and eventually, can lead to follicle stress and death,” says Dr. Dominic Burg, an experienced scientist and hair biologist. “Heavy eyeliner left on for very long periods may also impact eyelash follicle health, so it’s important to ensure you cleanse as part of your nightly eye care routine.”

If you’ve been using other natural remedies to grow your lashes, please share your technique in the comment section below. I’d love to hear about them!

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