Frequently Use Mascara Every Day? Beware of These 4 Dangers
A pair of eyes can convey millions of things. Starting from your feelings to what you are thinking. Not surprisingly, the eye is one of the body parts that are most considered, especially for people who like grooming or hobbies experimenting with cosmetics. Well, one of the makeup tools that cosmetics lovers can say is a mascara.
The use of this one makeup tool certainly makes the wearer look beautiful and confident, because it can produce eyelashes that are supple, thick, and sharp. Unfortunately, behind the excess mascara that can enhance your appearance every day, you still have to be careful. The reason is, the use of mascara that can cause risks too often.
Dangers of using mascara every day
1. Eyelashes fall out
Indeed, it is, waterproof mascara keeps your eyelashes perfect all day. However, do you know if the use of waterproof mascara every day will only make eyelashes fall out?
This happens because beauty products that are waterproof contain chemicals that cause eyelashes to become stiffer. As a result, when cleaned, you need a little effort to get rid of the scars. This risks making eyelashes more prone to fall out.
2. Mushroom nests and bacteria
Unwittingly, where your mascara is a moist and dark environment, it has been contaminated with tears and daily sweat is transferred through the brush into the tube. This environment creates a comfortable place for bacteria and fungi to grow and multiply.
Actually not only mascara, almost all of your makeup tools also have the potential to be a comfortable breeding place for fungi and bacteria.
Not only that, most women also tend to be lazy or forget to clean makeup in the eye area because they are already tired and want to rest immediately. Well, this habit turns out to cause eyelashes to be an ideal place for bacteria to multiply so that it can trigger itching. In fact, this can also make whitish fungus appear and trigger the eyelids to experience allergies.
3. Infection
A study conducted by the International Journal of Cosmetic Science which examined 40 samples of mascara found that 79 percent of the samples were contaminated with staph bacteria which caused staph infections in the eye. Staph infection is an infection caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus sp.
Symptoms include appearing a rash or boil in the area of your eyes or face. Yes, this bacterial infection can also spread to other parts of your face, not just the eye area.
4. Some mascara contains harmful chemicals
There are many dangerous chemicals that can be found in mascara. However, some of the most commonly found are parabens, phthalates, aluminum powders, and propylene glycol. These chemicals function as preservatives and prevent bacteria from growing in mascara. Unfortunately, they also have a negative impact on the body.
For example, some types of parabens are known to turn toxic when exposed to ultraviolet light, including methyl and ethyl paraben, which can cause skin damage and premature aging. In fact, long-term cosmetic use containing parabens is also associated with an increased risk of various types of cancer.
In addition, based on research published in the journal Pediatrics, the neurotoxin content in aluminum powder is considered far more dangerous than mercury because it can interfere with various cellular and metabolic processes in the nervous system and other body tissues.
While some people who are sensitive to propylene glycol content, especially for those who have sensitive skin types, will be more at risk for irritation such as contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis is an allergic reaction to the skin caused by direct contact with allergens (allergens). This allergic reaction will cause a red rash and inflammation accompanied by itching and mild pain. However, in severe cases, a person's skin may blister and potentially spread to other areas of the body.
