Eyelash is the hair that grow at the edge of the eyelid. Eyelashes protect the eye from fragments and they are sensitive to being touched, thus providing a warning that an object is near the eye, which is then closed reflexively.The follicles of eyelashes are associated with a number of glands known as the Glands of Zeis and the Glands of Moll.Long eyelashes are considered a sign of femininity in many cultures. Modern eye makeup includes mascara, eyeliner, fake eyelashs and eye shadow to emphasize the eyes. For safety reasons it is important to choose dermatologic and ophtalmologic tested products to prevent alergic reactions and some diseases.

Diseases - there are a number of diseases or disorders involving the eyelashes:

    - Madarosis is the loss of eyelashes
    - Blepharitis is the irritation of the lid margin where eyelashes join the eyelid. Eyelids are red and itching. The skin often becomes flaky. The eyelashes may fall.
    - Distichiasis is the abnormal growth of lashes from certain areas of the eyelid.
    - Trichiasis is ingrown eyelashes
    - Eyelashes may become infested with crab louse parasites
    - An external hordeolum, or stye, is a purulent inflammation of infected eyelash follicles and surrounding sebaceous (Zeis) and apocrine (Moll) glands of the lid margin.
    - Trichotillomania is a disorder that urges the sufferer to pull out scalp hair, eyelashes, and other hairs.

Take care of your eyelash!

Best wishes from Brazil!

Dr. Érica Monteiro - Cosmetic Dermatologist

www.dermatologia.com.br

Tags: eyelash, eyliner, fake eyelash, mascara

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