TEMPO.CO, Jakarta -When you sleep, your skin undergoes a rejuvenation process where it sheds dead skin cells and produces healthy new cells. Studies also show that when you get adequate and restful sleep, it can offer anti-aging benefits.
According to Eric Nofzinger, MD, a psychiatrist and sleep medicine expert, the key to good sleep is a quiet, dark environment. “Light is one of the most powerful signals to our brain to stay awake,” says Dr. Nofzinger. So, keeping the light from being too bright is very important to signal to the brain that it is time to sleep.
One solution to block light that many people use is a sleeping mask or eye patch. There’s no denying that blindfolds can be beneficial, as research shows that sleeping eye patches can help the brain recognize when it’s time to stop.
That said, if you are someone with weak eyelashes, your blindfold may be the underlying cause. So how can you ensure a good night’s rest without sacrificing your lashes?
Although the effect of wearing eye cover While sleep may outweigh any negative impact on your eyelashes, it’s important to note that, yes, eye patches can damage your natural eyelashes and extensions. According to Clementina Richardson, celebrity eyelash expert and founder of Envious Lashes, sleeping masks can cause eyelash extensions to tilt and lose their shape as they stick to your eyes all night.
Fiona Stewart, founder of Slip, a brand known for its silk sleep products, agrees and adds that eye patches can also cause eyelash extensions to clump and tangle. In addition to eyelash extensions, if you don’t use a soft cloth or wear the wrong eye patch, the pressure can cause natural lashes to weaken over time.
Risks posed by blindfolds for eyelashes You are the pressure of the sleeping mask on your eyes all night. Richardson says you can avoid this by making sure the eye patch isn’t too tight on your face. “Look for sleep masks that can be customized or designed for eyelash extension wearers, there are many affordable options today to choose from,” she says.
Additionally, Richardson recommends investing in eyelash extensions and grooming your lashes throughout the day to protect them. “If applied properly by a licensed and certified professional stylist, all of your eyelash services should remain intact while wearing the eye patch,” he says. “Make sure to be gentle with your extensions, avoid rubbing your eyes, and use a conditioning eyelash serum.”
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