The Killer Question: How to have fuller and longer lashes?

We present the responses of Alexis de Brosses, President and CEO of Talika cosmetics and Souhila Boudhar, instructor at Talika.

How fast do eyelashes grow?  

The growth phase lasts about 1-3 months, after which comes the shedding and resting phases, which last between 4 and 9 months.

How to accelerate the growth of eyelashes? How to make them fuller?

Warning – do not use products containing derivatives of prostaglandin, a substance naturally produced in the body released from fatty acids (possible side effects include changes the colour of eyes, irritation, etc.). They are banned in some countries, such as Sweden.

Eyelash growth should be stimulated with a cocktail of nutrients (in Talika, this cocktail consists of 12 plants), but also by activating micro-circulation around the eyes to promote cellular exchanges with the roots (the 12 plants selected by Talika laboratories play this role). In addition, we should, if possible, promote the hold of the eyelash in the eyelids, from which eyelashes grow (this is the job of the peptide expert of the Talika Lipocils Expert). Finally, we should naturally intensify the colour of the lashes so they appear longer, through natural ingredients that stimulates the presence of melanin in eyelashes.

Why do our eyelashes shed more at certain times?

The reasons can be numerous: fatigue, diet, stress, etc.

What weakens eyelashes?

External forces (UV, free radicals, pollution…), dietary imbalances, removing makeup with unsuitable substances or using too much friction, etc.

Does the use of an eyelash curler damage the eyelashes?

Yes and no, depending on the quality of the product. A heated eyelash curler can curl eyelashes whilst respecting their structure.

Are there any make-up rules to preserve the beauty of lashes?

No, it really depends on the quality of the products including the makeup remover. It is important to choose one that removes makeup easily and without too much rubbing.

Tips from Souhila Boudhar, instructor at Talika:

A good ally of beautiful eyelashes:

The lipocils expert, made of 97% natural ingredients such as soy protein, silk and lipo-peptides, stimulates the growth of eyelashes in 28 days. Applied in the morning as a base for mascara, it sets and separates lashes. In the evening, it activates regrowth for longer, curlier and naturally darker eyelashes.

Things that damage the eyelashes:

Removing make-up too aggressively, wearing eyelash extensions or false eyelashes, and not removing makeup.

The rules:

– Remove makeup with a gentle cleanser suitable for you.

– Save the false eyelashes for special occasions only.

– Opt for long-hold mascaras.

 

Elodie Le Gall