The Beginning

In 1948, a young doctor named Danielle Roches was treating war casualties in the Hospital of Paris using a special anti-bacteria cream made out of plant extracts. Dr Roches noted that the cream not only promoted the healing of wounds, but also had a dramatic secondary benefit: significant and measurable eyelash and eyebrow growth.

This anti-bacteria cream became the basis for a ground-breaking product known as Lipocils – the answer to short or sparse lashes. From this discovery, Talika was born, concentrating on eyelash and eyebrow appearance and growth, with its revolutionary Lipocils at its forefront.

The universal use of mascara by women all throughout the world is a testament to the importance of long, beautiful lashes. Our next post will show you how long, thick and dense lashes are achievable in 28 days.

Fake Eyelashes Unsafe?

Always Be Wary of What You Are Buying !


As mentioned, it is important to know what sort of chemicals you are exposing yourself to when you use fake lashes.
In 2005, The Korea Consumer Protection Board examined 23 kinds of adhesives used to extend eyelashes, form double eyelids, and add fake lashes. The results were simply astounding - formaldehyde, which is capable of causing simple problems like dermatitis for those with sensitive skin to cornea inflammations, was found in all 10 of the adhesives used to extend eyelashes and add fake lashes.


So, the lesson of the day is : Always check what ingredients are in your cosmetic (especially eye care) products ! Cheap prices are never worth one's wellbeing.

The Top 8 Eyelash Myths

1) Consuming high amounts of protein.
Maybe if you're talking about MUSCLE growth.

2 ) Applying Vaseline.
This merely nourishes the lashes but will not cause growth !

3 ) Applying eye cream and massaging the affected areas.
Again, this merely nourishes the eye region !

4 ) Drink green apple and carrot juice.
Excellent for health but does not do much for eyelash growth.

5 ) Olive oil on the lashes before bed.
If anything, this might actually impede your growth.

6 ) Pinch your lashes and yank on them hard.
Ask yourselves this : does this work on your hair ?

7 ) Cut it. It'll grow. The more you cut the more it'll grow.
Hair grows at a constant rate; shaving your hair does not mean it'll grow back quicker than if you give it a trim.




Finally...



8) If you constantly touch them your eyelashes will grow.
If that were the case we would all have mile-long lashes by now !

Proven Methods for Lengthening Eyelashes

1)

Eyelash transplants
This is a permanent method for lengthening your eyelash, but be warned, its terribly costly!
The cost of an eyelash transplant runs between $3000 to $5000SGD per eye.

A small cut is made at the back of the scalp to remove 30 or 40 hair follicles which are sewn one by one onto the eyelids, these newly transplanted eyelashes grow just like normal hair on the head and need to be trimmed regularly.


WARNING : Bruising will last for at least a week.


2) Fake Eyelashes
Fake Eyelashes are used by women all over the world. Although they are a hassle to put on, the results are instant.
These Instant Eyelashes have to be applied carefully and professionally, you do not want your eyelashes to be hanging from your eyelids halfway through a party!

Did you know?
While the chemicals and glue from using fake lashes do not cause any immediate harm, it is impossible to forsee what might happen in the long run, especially from incorrect use.

One must be aware of the different chemicals that one's eyes are exposed to when using fake lashes, and also be ware of any possible allergic reactions. While the adhesives do not usually cause too much physical discomfort, removing the fake lashes might cause the glue to take some of your natural lashes with it.


3)
Conditioning Gels

These are available as products by brands all around the world. While they are considerably easy to find in current times, it is once again important to note what ingredients are used. Ideally, only buy a product that has been clinically tested and proven(only a few have been !). A good eyelash conditioning gel allows your eyelashes to become thicker and longer, at the same time nourishing and moisturizing the lashes.

Eyelashes

An eyelash is simply one of the hairs that grow around the eyelid. The eyelashes protect one's eyes from dirt and debris that would otherwise enter one's eyes.



In the field of cosmetics, long eyelashes have long been considered a symbol of feminity and women of all cultures have sought to lengthen and increase the volume of their eyelashes through countless means.

Not only are longer lashes a symbol of beauty on their own, they also give off the illusion of much larger and wider eyes.