One of the most underrated ways to get better-looking lashes is with castor oil. We tapped two dermatologists and a trichologist for their expert insight and the truth about using castor oil for eyelash growth.
It's a fact that as you age, the hair on your head, eyebrows, and especially your eyelashes start to thin. Because most of us want long, thick, full eyelashes, we are willing to, falsies, volumizing mascaras, and even lash-boosting supplements to get a mile-long fringe. One of the most underrated ways to get better-looking lashes is with castor oil. It's long been used for its lash-boosting abilities, making castor oil for eyelash growth a go-to treatment.
Friese adds that the naturally hydrating nature of castor oil can help create a healthy environment for eyelash growth. Still, using castor oil regularly on the eyelashes nurtures the hair, which Dr. Garshick shares will leave them stronger and healthier. "Anecdotally, people have noticed improvement in their lashes because castor oil has antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties," she adds.
For castor oil newbies, Dr. Brown recommends always performing a patch test first by applying a small amount of oil to the upper arm's inside and covering it with a bandage for a few days. If redness or irritation develops under the bandage, the patient likely has an allergy to it. "Even though castor oil is present in many cosmetics and skincare products and is considered generally safe, some patients may develop an allergy to it over time.
Be careful not to have too heavy of a hand and overload the hairs or surrounding skin with oil since too much of it can potentially clog the surrounding pores, leading to clogged pores or milia. Come morning, wash your face well and remove any residue from the eyelashes and eye area with micellar water.
For most people, castor oil is a safe and natural alternative to synthetic ingredients used to grow eyelashes. Of course, there are a few instances where you'll want to avoid using castor oil altogether, like if your skin is inherently sensitive or you are prone to developing styes in your eyes. It's also best to bypass using castor oil on your eyelashes if your eyes or the surrounding skin are irritated or infected or you have a history of contact allergies or allergic reactions.
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