The different phases of natural eyelash growth

The eyelash cycle consists of several phases that allow the eyelash to grow, maintain itself and fall out naturally. Each eyelash goes through these different stages during its life cycle. Here are the main phases of the eyelash cycle:

1. Anagen phase (growth phase):

  • This is the longest phase of the eyelash cycle . It lasts on average 30 to 45 days, but can vary from person to person.
  • During this phase, the eyelash is actively growing. It grows from the hair follicle, where cells divide rapidly to form the eyelash shaft.
  • Eyelashes can grow to a certain length, which depends on factors like genetics and diet.
  • The anagen phase is longer on the eyelashes of the head (hair): yes! and shorter for those of the eyelashes of the eyes.

2. Catagen phase (regression phase):

  • This phase is a transition phase that generally lasts between 2 and 3 weeks.
  • The eyelash stops growing . The hair follicle shrinks and partially detaches from the eyelash root.
  • The eyelash no longer grows, but it still remains attached to the follicle. This phase signals the end of active growth.

3. Telogen phase (resting phase):

  • This phase can last from 2 to 4 months , depending on the individual.
  • The eyelash is completely arrested, with no growth. It is still attached to the follicle, but there is no cellular activity in the hair follicle.
  • Lashes that do not fall out during this phase can remain in place until the next growth phase, where a new lash can begin to grow under the old one.

4. Eyelash loss:

  • At the end of the telogen phase , the eyelash usually falls out to be replaced by a new eyelash that begins to grow in the hair follicle.
  • Natural eyelash loss is part of the normal cycle. On average, a person loses between 1 and 5 eyelashes per day.

The eyelash cycle varies from person to person and across different areas of the body. Eye lashes have a shorter cycle than head hair, and certain external factors (such as diet, hormones, and eyelash care ) can influence their growth.

It is important to tell your clients that they may find a clump or an eyelash on their pillow the day after your application. It is simply that the natural eyelash was at the end of its cycle and fell out, taking your beautiful work with it. A little reminder: Do not apply extensions to the shortest eyelashes, which are the youngest.