Parasite Infestation Common in Eyelash Extensions, Study Suggests
Researchers found 85% of frequent users had meibomian gland dysfunction and nearly all sampled lashes carried Demodex folliculorum mites.
- On Saturday, researchers at the 44th Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons presented findings linking eyelash extensions to eye irritation, meibomian gland dysfunction, and microscopic skin mite infestations.
- Dr. Tetiana Zhmud of Ukraine's National Pirogov Memorial Medical University surveyed 345 women aged 16 to 28, finding 58% receive extensions every three to four weeks and 47.6% reported symptoms like redness, tearing, or itching.
- Among women with over 10 procedures, 85% showed meibomian gland dysfunction. Microscope examinations of 25 regular users revealed Demodex folliculorum mites in 24 subjects, with 18 women displaying inflammation, swelling, and scaly skin.
- Corneal specialist Professor Sorcha Ni Dhubhghaill noted that while Demodex mites are common, adhesive application near natural lashes makes detecting 'collarettes'—rings of dead mites and waste—difficult for clinicians.
- Researchers suggest simple hygiene steps, including twice-daily cleaning with hypoallergenic gel and treating infestations when necessary, could improve safety. Authors emphasize findings do not necessitate avoiding extensions but highlight the importance of timely symptom assessment.
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One study shows that many of the women have eye irritation and problems with the small glands close to the eyelashes, the Meibomio glands.
Shafaq News – London: Ophthalmologists have warned that eyelash extensions may increase the risk of Demodex mite infestation around the eyelashes, potentially causing itching, redness, irritation, flaking, and blurred vision. A study by ophthalmologist Tetiana Zmud and her team found that these mites were present in 24 out of 25 women who regularly had eyelash extensions, representing 96%. The study included 345 women aged 16 to 28, half of whom…
Parasite Infestation Common in Eyelash Extensions, Study Suggests
(MedPage Today) -- A study of young women with eyelash extensions showed that almost all had some degree of infestation with Demodex folliculorum, spider-like parasites that feed on dead skin cells. Microscopic examination of samples from 25 women...
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Research alerted about possible problems of hygiene and eye irritation.
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