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Beware of unsafe kohl … This is its damages to the eye

Kohl has been used for thousands of years as a means of decorating the eyes and highlighting its beauty, and it is still a common cosmetologist, especially in eastern and Arab cultures. However, its use, especially the unsafe, may cause healthy eye damage, may be serious in some cases.

The most prominent damage of the eyeliner on the eye:
Some species contain bullets
Many types of popular or traditional eyeliner, especially medically non -licensed, contain a percentage of lead, a toxic substance that may cause:

Eye irritation
A visual nerve damage

Vision problems with frequent use

Infections and bacterial infections
Using unstable eyeliner, or sharing it with other people, may lead to the transmission of germs and causing:

Eye conjunctivitis
Redness, itching and swelling
Increased tear secretions

Lamp
When placing the eyeliner inside the eyelid (water line), it may lead to a blockage of the tear glands, which causes:
Dry eye

Feeling of burning

Weakness in natural hydration

Irritation
Some people are allergic to kohl components, which leads to:

Continuous tears

Itching is severe

Chronic irritation

Thought to contact lenses
Using kohl while wearing lenses may lead to contamination or decomposition of their components, causing frequent infections.

Tips to avoid kohl damage:
Choose a medical and approved solution from the health authorities.

Avoid laying the eyeliner inside the eye (water line).

Do not share the eyeliner with anyone else.

Remove the makeup well before bed.

Stop using the eyeliner as soon as any irritation or inflammation.

Consult an ophthalmologist when any abnormal symptoms occur.

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