“Bacteria is a concern with lash extensions, especially with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), the most common type of bacteria to live on eyelashes,” Chan says.

Eyelid Scrub To keep bacteria levels low, it is important to scrub your eyelids with a gentle cleanser and water. Baby shampoo is commonly recommended because it is gentle and does not sting eyes.

Having bacteria on your skin is normal, but too much bacteria can cause problems. You can also get blepharitis if the oil glands in your eyelids get clogged or irritated.

Styes A stye is a bacterial infection of either an eyelash follicle or a gland near the eyelashes that presents itself as a small swollen red lump on the eyelid and may also be filled with yellow pus.

Itchy and inflamed eyelids (also known as Blepharitis) can easily be developed from a build up of debris on your lash line. What do you do when your eyes become irritated?

Styes A stye is a bacterial infection of either an eyelash follicle or a gland near the eyelashes that presents itself as a small swollen red lump on the eyelid and may also be filled with yellow pus.

Scientists have discovered the world’s largest bacterium in a Caribbean mangrove swamp. Although most bacteria are microscopic, Thiomargarita magnifica is the size of a human eyelash and can be seen ...

Styes A stye is a bacterial infection of either an eyelash follicle or a gland near the eyelashes that presents itself as a small swollen red lump on the eyelid and may also be filled with yellow pus.

“Bacteria is a concern with lash extensions, especially with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), the most common type of bacteria to live on eyelashes,” Chan says.