DIY Eyelash Growth Serum

Do you dream of longer, fuller lashes? Thanks to this DIY eyelash growth serum you can embrace longer lashes naturally. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, prepare for amazing results.

Why Use a DIY Eyelash Growth Serum

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There’s something about long eyelashes that immediately lift the face and make the eyes dazzle. Yet, for those of us without long, thick lashes (like me) end up experimenting with expensive extensions, irritating falsies, or painful eyelash curlers.

The issue with these options is that they are temporary, harmful and a waste of money. Instead, a DIY Eyelash Growth Serum encourages your own lashes to grow, which not only gives a more natural appearance but it saves time and money in the long run.

Procedures such as eyelash extensions or store-bought serums have a higher risk of allergic reactions and infections. Instead with a homemade eyelash serum, you know the exact ingredients and can grow your lashes naturally, making cosmetic application easier and boosting your confidence along the way.

How Does This Lash Serum Work?

Thanks to a combination of ingredients that nourish and stimulate hair growth, this DIY Eyelash Growth Serum can prolong the telogen phase of your lashes. The telogen phase is known as the resting phase and is believed to last for around 100 days.

It is when the hairs rest as they are completely formed. Brittle and dry lashes have a shorter telogen phase and fall out quickly, resulting in a thinning lash line. This serum lengthens the time between growth and fall out, which creates extended thicker lashes.

DIY Eyelash Growth Serum Ingredients

Castor Oil

Castor oil is made from the castor seed which contains vitamin E, proteins, and omega-6 fatty acids. This means castor oil is particularly effective in promoting hair growth as well as thicker, stronger, and longer eyelashes and eyebrows. Thanks to its antioxidants, castor oil can also help with dry, brittle lashes which are damaged from everyday cosmetics or extensions.

Lavender Essential Oil

There are many uses for Lavender essential oil as its renowned for its restorative properties. It’s very gentle, which makes it ideal for the delicate eye area. Lavender essential oil also helps to condition and nourish hair, so it grows thick and healthy.

Cedarwood Essential Oil

Cedarwood essential oil has a woodsy scent that pairs well with Lavender. It’s used a lot in hair products, as it helps to promote shiny, healthy hair. In this serum, it helps to stimulate hair follicles to make eyelashes and eyebrows thicker and fuller.

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How to Make DIY Eyelash Growth Serum Step by Step

1. It is super simple to create your own DIY eyelash growth serum. Start by adding a few drops of lavender essential oil to a new, clean mascara tube.
2. Then add a few drops of the cedarwood essential oil.
3. Fill the bottle with castor oil and secure the lid. Shake well for the essential oils and castor oil to mix.
4. Apply the serum to eyelashes and eyebrows at night for best results.

How to Apply This DIY Eyelash Growth Serum 

For best results apply this homemade lash serum at night. This is so the ingredients have time to get to work as you sleep to maximize benefits.  It is also more comfortable to wear an oil-based serum when your eyes are closed. Once you have removed your makeup, following your nightly skincare routine, apply the DIY eyelash growth serum using a clean mascara wand. To avoid irritation or contamination do not apply using your fingers and do not rub your eyes after application.

Is the DIY Eyelash Growth Serum safe?

Even when switching to natural skin care products, you should always do a patch test to ensure you are not allergic to any of the ingredients. A patch test can be done by rubbing a few drops of the lash serum into your inner arm and waiting 48 hours to be clear of any reactions before proceeding with the application.

How long will it take to see results?

This DIY Eyelash Growth Serum is not an overnight miracle as eyebrows and eyelashes only grow 0.25 inches every month. Consistency is key as it typically takes around two months for a new eyelash to grow from scratch. However, this will vary from person to person as genetics dictate your growth rate.  

Will applying multiple times a day help the serum work faster?

We all know reapplying mascara can help build the illusion of fuller lashes, however, with the DIY eyelash growth serum, it should be applied sparingly. More coats will not speed up the process of creating more dramatic lashes. Instead, by constantly brushing over the lash line you will create a build-up of residue which may cause irritation.

Can I use this DIY lash serum on my eyebrows?

Yes. The ingredients used are selected for their abilities to stimulate hair follicles so will also be effective in promoting hair growth on eyebrows too. If using it on your eyebrows it is also best to apply at night, this is because it is oil-based so it won’t sit well under makeup during the day.

Top Tips

• Do not use an old mascara bottle that is cleaned out. Instead, use a brand new bottle to avoid cross-contamination.
• Apply the serum only to the root of your lashes daily, not forgetting to keep the mascara brush clean by using my DIY Makeup brush cleaner.
• To evaluate results and compare the growth rate, take a picture of your lashes before you start using the homemade lash serum and regularly thereafter as It may be difficult to judge by simply looking in the mirror.  

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