Eyelid hygiene (eyegiene) is similar to dental hygiene.
You brush your teeth daily because a biofilm of plaque builds up on your teeth, similarly this can occur with your eyelids!
This biofilm is a mix of bacteria, oils and demodex mites and this biofilm can naturally occur. However with eyelash extensions, this becomes especially important!
Patients are generally more inclined to avoid cleansing their eyelashes to protect their extensions from falling out but this can lead to blepharitis, styes, meibomian gland dysfunction, dry eye and other eye diseases.
(eyelash extensions with biofilm) This is what your optometrists sees under their microscope when you have eyelash extensions.
Did you know? Your eyelash retention is actually LONGER and BETTER with lash cleansing?
A clean lash line means a healthy lash line which promotes longevity of your natural lash. This results in a prolonged natural health cycle meaning your eyelash extensions will last longer and have better retention!
Why are ingredients in your lash cleanser important?
Cleaning your eyelashes is only the first step! Did you know your eyelash cleanser should contain ingredients that are safe and healthy for the eyelashes and the eyeball itself? Not every brand that is created is created with eye safety in mind and you may find some eyelash cleansers may sting more than others. This is due to the ingredients which include fragrances, preservatives and buffers that can irritate your ocular surface.
Why Eyethos? / Product benefits:
Eyethos uses natural ingredients sourced from New Zealand and utilizes the natural anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial benefits of ingredients including manuka honey and hypochlorous acid. These ingredients are eye-safe and have benefits towards the ocular surface, and are backed by evidence based studies.
What is hypochlorous acid?
Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is a natural molecule created by white blood cells against infection, inflammation or injury.
When produced outside the body, it is a solution that acts as an antimicrobial. It works to fight infection, enhance healing and is safe with no adverse side effects. It can even help with reducing inflammation of the skin and reduces skin aging.
Eyethos Restoration mist is a spray that can be used daily to complement eye and eyelash health.
Not all hypochlorous acid is the same!
Eyethos hypochlorous acid is
- pH balanced
- Non irritating
- Hypochlorous acid has the capacity to interact with the bottle that holds it, as it is a volatile solution. Eyethos HOCl has been tested in its packaging to ensure its stability, thereby making it more gentle and stings less than other industry HOCl.