Why Are My Eyelashes Falling Out?

Just like the hairs on your head, eyelashes sometimes fall out and then regrow. But again, like the hair on your head, you shouldn’t have so much eyelash fallout that you’re left with sparse or no eyelashes at all. Eyelashes are there to protect your eyes from debris. If your eyelashes noticeably fall out, you may want to talk to your eye doctor in Pittsburgh, PA, about possible underlying causes.

Allergic Reactions

You may not have any other allergies but still have an allergic reaction to facial cosmetics and creams. Experiment with going makeup-free to see if your eyelashes stop falling out at the same pace.

Nutritional Deficiency

Believe it or not, your eyelashes need nutrients to grow and be healthy. Not having enough of certain nutrients or not having enough in your diet can actually lead to eyelash loss.

Excess Alcohol and/or Nicotine

Both alcohol and nicotine block nutrients from being absorbed into the body. If you drink too much or smoke—including vaping—you could be robbing your eyelash follicles of essential nutrients. Consider making different lifestyle choices to find out if this improves in your eyelashes’ health.

Makeup and Cosmetic Practices

Wearing a lot of eye makeup or using eye creams and false eyelashes can affect your natural lashes. Although it seems negligible, the tugging, pulling, and friction from eye cosmetic applicators can exacerbate eyelash shedding. Using old or expired makeup can also cause infections.

Eyelid Infections

Conditions such as blepharitis, an inflammation of the eyelid margins, can cause eyelash loss. Infections can damage eyelash follicles and disrupt normal growth.

In Pittsburgh, PA, medical eye care services are available at Lappen Eye Care. We also have offices in McMurray, Greensburg, and Pittsburgh for your convenience. Contact us today to book your appointment.