Grow Long Thick Eyelashes in 3 Easy Steps

We all want long thick eyelashes. Long eyelashes help to define the eye area and make our eyes look brighter and more youthful. Unfortunately, eyelash hairs are extremely fine and delicate that without proper care, can easily fall or break. The good news is that it’s easy to care for them, and properly nourish and strengthen your eyelashes so they can look fuller, healthier and grow faster.

3 Steps to Longer Eyelashes - Naturally

1. Be Gentle on your Eyelashes

   While lash extensions, false eyelashes and eyelash curlers can improve the appearance of your eyelashes temporarily, they can also do a lot of harm. Avoid using extensions and false lashes as the process of applying and removing can add a lot of stress to your natural lashes making them more sparse and weak. If you choose to use an eyelash curler, be careful with how much pressure you apply and make sure to clean your curler with alcohol between uses to prevent infections.

2. Go Easy on the Mascara

   If you’re going to wear mascara, choose a natural mascara that comes off easily. Avoid waterproof and extra thick formulas that require you to add a lot of pressure in order to remove. While youtube videos might encourage you to apply a few layers to make your eyelashes thicker, avoid applying more than 2 coats to make the removal process easier. If you find that your mascara is irritating your eyes - choose a different one, as rubbing your eyes and tugging at your lashes can make them fall out. Mascara also causes our eyelashes to be more brittle and more prone to breakage, so use it sparingly and always make sure to remove it before bed. Tip: Try removing your eye makeup with a gentle oil cleanser rather than soap based to prevent dehydration.

3. Nourish and Hydrate your Lashes DAILY

   While we all intuitively take care of our skin and our hair, we sometimes forget that our eyelashes also need daily care. The best way to nourish eyelashes is with natural oils that are full of nutrients and antioxidants to moisturize, hydrate and strengthen. Ricinoleic acid, the main component in Castor oil, is known to be a great lash conditioner. Coconut oil and Vitamin E, rich in antioxidants, help to strengthen the lashes to prevent loss, oxidative damage and promote quick regrowth.

While our eyelashes do get thinner as we age and can fall out for a variety of reasons, the tips above will keep them looking healthy and encourage their growth. Remember to always choose natural remedies and avoid ingredients that can cause more harm than good.

You can make your own DIY blend of oils or try a natural eyelash serum such as Isabella’s Clearly LASH, which is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, and can easily be applied to your eyelashes and eyebrows for fast and healthy growth.