Long lashes and well-shaped eyebrows are coveted features, but if yours have thinned there are some options available to you. Numerous factors contribute to thinning or loss of eyelashes and eyebrows. Among them are medical treatments such as chemotherapy, over-plucking and waxing, aging, dietary deficiencies and infections around the areas of the eyes and eyelashes.
Growth Cycles
All hair goes through three phases of growth; anagen, or growth phase; catagen, or transitional phase; and telogen, or resting phase. Eyelashes and eyebrows have an active growth phase of about 30 to 45 days, a transitional phase that lasts for about two to three weeks and a resting phase of more than 100 days. The cycle then repeats itself.
Considerations
While you should start seeing new growth within four to six weeks, you can support the process by also eliminating certain substances, such as nicotine, caffeine and carbonated sodas, as they as they weaken the body and block maximum hair-growing potential, according to Hair Boutique.com.
Likewise, getting enough rest and balancing vitamin deficiencies can help promote hair growth.
Vitamins for Hair Growth
Having a proper intake of vitamins, whether through food or supplements, is important to all areas of your well being. The following vitamins are beneficial for vitality of the hair: vitamin B-complex--50 mg of the B vitamins; Vitamin C with bioflavonoids--one to two grams; Vitamin E--400 to 800 IU; Beta-Carotene--10,000 to 15,000 IU and the recommended daily dose of magnesium, sulfur and zinc.
Diet and Hair Growth
Eating a nutritious diet; one with fresh vegetables, reduced to low fat content, high in protein and whole grains, and avoiding foods that have high sugar and fat contents are other ways to support the body in growing beautiful lashes and eyebrows.
Use of Oils
Certain massage techniques improve circulation and can help to promote growth of lashes and brows. Using a few drops of castor or olive oil nightly and rinsing off in the morning on the brow or eyelash over the course of several weeks can stimulate growth according to Basic Stuff.com. You can use a Qtip to avoid getting the oil in your eyes.
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only. For any health condition or symptoms, please contact a health-care professional. This information is not to be used for the diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or symptoms you might be experiencing.
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