I cut my eyelashes and they actually grew a little longer

Slight growth after eyelash trimming is a normal phenomenon, but it is not a scientifically effective way to maintain eyelashes. Eyelash growth is regulated by the hair follicle cycle, and trimming only affects the distal morphology of the hair and cannot change the growth rate or density. After the eyelashes are cut, the newly grown part may appear rough and hard due to a flat cross-section, creating a visual illusion of lengthening and densification. The growth period of hair follicles is about 30-45 days, and the eyelashes that regrow after trimming are in a synchronous growth stage and will appear neat in the short term. But frequent trimming may damage the natural curvature of eyelashes, leading to inverted eyelashes or hair follicle damage.

A very small number of people may experience stress responses to mechanical stimulation from hair follicles, which may accelerate local blood circulation and promote growth. This situation has individual differences and the effect is uncontrollable. Improper operation may also cause conjunctivitis or eyelid infection, especially in children with higher risk of eyelash trimming.

Scientific promotion of eyelash growth requires attention to hair follicle nutrition supply, moderate supplementation of nutrients such as vitamin E and protein, and avoidance of excessive eye rubbing or use of inferior cosmetics. When choosing eyelash essence containing peptides, illegal products containing prostaglandin derivatives should be avoided. Applying Vaseline lightly to the roots of eyelashes at night can moisturize and reduce breakage, but it is important to ensure that the product does not enter the eyes. If abnormal eyelash shedding or redness occurs, timely medical examination should be conducted to investigate pathological factors such as thyroid dysfunction or mite infection.