Women with blond or fair hair commonly have a problem of thin and barely noticeable eyelashes. While some ultimately choose to use mascara to darken their lashes, others would opt to go for eyelash dyeing treatments at their beauty salons or they even apply the dye themselves.
Just how is eyelash dye applied to begin with? Before application of the eyelash dye, it is necessary that a skin sensitivity test 24 hours is done to make sure that you won’t get any allergic reactions. Next, squeeze around 2 inches of the dye onto a sterile tray and add 2 drops of activating solution.
Dip the supplied wand into the solution and apply it onto upper and bottom parts of your eyelashes as you would regular mascara. Make sure that you apply the dye as close to the roots as possible. Wait for the color to set in for 5 to 10 minutes before washing it off. Obviously, the dye is not permanent. So you will need to have your lashes re-dyed every 2 to 6 weeks.
You are probably thinking that the procedure is really easy so you can have your eyelashes dyed. However, health experts and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) strongly advise against this procedure. The reason for this is that-despite the many eyelash dyes being sold in the market today-none of them have been actually approved by the FDA for lash use, both by aestheticians and by consumers. Even so-called “natural” or “organic” lash dyes contain the same synthetic compounds found in regular hair dyes.
Eyelash dyes come with a number of side effects. If you happen to get the dye into your eyes, you may suffer from stinging or burning sensations. You will need to flush your eyes out with cold water immediately and take yourself to the hospital. If you delay in having your eyes checked out, the dye may cause irritation, which may lead to swelling and inflammation. In some cases, the eyes may even get infected. If not treated promptly, it may lead to blindness. Definitely, a very heavy price to pay just to look beautiful.
It should also be emphasized that eyelash dyeing only darkens the color of your lashes. It cannot your lashes longer, thicker, or curlier. If you have other issues with your lashes other than its light color, you might end up using other eyelash products together with the dye. This will only increase your eyes’ exposure to harmful substances.
If you want to have darker eyelashes, the only safe, approved method is by using mascara. Again, however, mascara should only be used on special occasions because it can make your lashes dry and brittle. Mascara should also be removed at night before going to bed or else it may cause irritation and swelling of your eyes. Another way by which you can achieve darker eyelashes is by using eyelash growth products. While these products don’t change the color of your lashes, a darkening effect is achieved because your eyelashes grow longer and much thicker than before. Essentially, the longer length and thicker lashes create a volumizing effect which makes your lashes look darker.
Don’t expose your eyes to the risks of eyelash dyes. Go for eyelash growth products today!
Jacaranda Flagg
