Curved, dense, and above all, long eyelashes give the eyes more depth and expressiveness. It's no wonder that mascara is considered the best-selling make-up product. Many swear by Vaseline for full, beautiful lashes. We'll clarify why Vaseline is not the "ultimate solution" for rapid eyelash growth. You'll also learn how to sustainably stimulate eyelash growth and thus visually lengthen them.
The Growth Process of Your Eyelashes
On average, between 300 and 450 eyelashes grow per eye, with the upper eyelid having significantly more lashes than the lower eyelid. The latter has a maximum of 150 fine hairs. Eyelashes growing on the upper eyelid can reach approximately 8 to 12 mm in length, while those on the lower eyelid typically reach only 6 mm.
Eyelashes grow for 30 to 45 days, during which time they gain length. This length is genetically determined and may vary slightly from the average. The growth phase ends when the maximum length is reached.
Subsequently, the second phase begins. During this phase, no new cells are produced, and the hair follicle shrinks. The resting phase begins. Depending on individual predisposition, this phase lasts up to 100 days until the eyelash eventually falls out.
Does Vaseline Help and Promote Eyelash Growth?
If you search online for home remedies to stimulate hair growth, you quickly come across Vaseline with its moisturizing properties. It is said to moisturize lashes, intensely nourish them, and even stimulate eyelash growth. But is that true? Beauty myth or truth? What's the deal with Vaseline and its ingredients? Small spoiler: It's not true – let me explain why.
What is Vaseline?
Vaseline, also known as petroleum jelly, is a paraffin paste. For decades, this fatty paste has been considered one of the leading "care products" worldwide. It is said to prevent dry, chapped skin and help with injuries. Vaseline is also often used for the lips to care for them and make them appear fuller. Vaseline is also used to support the natural growth of eyelashes.
Vaseline is obtained from the residues of petroleum distillation. With the addition of bleaching earth, sulfuric acid, and activated carbon, the raw paste is purified and bleached. The now commercially known Vaseline thus eventually ends up in stores. Essential components of Vaseline are therefore largely mineral oils, i.e., paraffin.
Why Vaseline is not the solution for short eyelashes
Vaseline consists only of the residues of petroleum distillation and unfortunately contains not a single active ingredient. The cream cannot sustainably provide for growth or for the basic care of eyelashes.
And no moisture is provided here either. Although paraffin-containing products feel moisturizing, only an oil film forms, which envelops the eyelashes. This has no negative effects — but also no positive effects on the desired long eyelashes.
Unhealthy Routines - Mascara inhibits growth
Before attempting to stimulate eyelash growth by any conceivable means, care must be taken not to damage the hairs. However, this is precisely what happens with aggressive facial care routines and make-up removers. The result: the hairs become porous or are pulled out.
Therefore, it is important to use a gentle make-up remover. For this, the use of cotton pads and an appropriate mild make-up remover is recommended. Without pressure and with dabbing, not rubbing, circular movements, with lukewarm water, the face can be optimally cleansed.
It should also be self-explanatory that the use of certain mascaras has a negative effect on eyelash growth. Immediately after application, it is noticeable that the hairs are stiff and less elastic. This increases the risk of eyelash breakage. It is advisable to reduce the application of mascara to the fine hairs and to pay particular attention to using a nourishing mascara.
The best tips and home remedies for regeneration?
Supportive home remedies can include castor oil or simple olive oil. Both castor oil and simple olive oil are applied with an eyelash brush and left to act overnight. The delicate hairs are supplied with vitamins and moisture by applying castor oil and also protected from environmental influences, so that the eyelashes can no longer break as quickly.
Our No. 1 Tip for Long Eyelashes
To achieve maximum results, our #1 tip for optimal growth is our high-quality eyelash serum.
Why a serum at all?
Treatment with a high-quality serum makes the texture of your eyelashes smooth, strengthens their structure, nourishes the hair root, and cares for the skin of the eyelid. The lifespan of individual hairs can therefore be extended. In addition, the hair root is naturally stimulated to grow better and faster.
A high-quality serum contains growth-promoting and nourishing ingredients. These include hyaluronic acid and vitamin B, which contribute to stimulating hair growth.
Why our serum?
In short, our high-quality serum pursues the following goals:
- Follicles and hair roots should be stimulated
- Eyelash growth should be strengthened
- Sparse or patchy areas should be refilled
- Nourishing ingredients are also included to care for skin and hairs
- A natural protective layer against environmental factors should be built up
Our serum is also characterized by the fact that you can use it not only for denser eyelashes, but also as a serum for your eyebrows, as it works with the same ingredients. It supports not only full eyelashes, but also full eyebrows.
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When does the serum start to work?
After approximately four to eight weeks, you should start to see positive results from the serum. It is important that you apply the product regularly for dense eyelashes. Otherwise, the desired effect may be impaired.