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If you have found yourself pulling out eyelashes then it’s probably left you with a lot of questions. Why do I do it? Am I the only one that does it? Am I mad? The truth is you’re not mad! Pulling your eyelashes is part of a condition known as trichotillomania which simply causes people to pull out hair from various areas of the body.

People of all ages can develop this hair pulling habit at any time, and the hair is most commonly pulled from the scalp. However, eyebrows, eyelashes and just about any other kind of hair can also be pulled out, though different individuals show different signs.

What Eyelash Pulling Can Do

When it comes to pulling out your hair you tend to do more damage physically than you do emotionally. However, the most noticeable physical symptom is baldness. It is a form of hair loss, and this can occur on the eyelashes as much as on the scalp.

There are ways to try and cover up any bald spots, including false eyelashes as well as makeup. However, if your pulling is really getting bad then it’s also a good idea to try some treatment methods.

How to Reduce Eyelash Pulling

There are many different treatments for pulling out eyelashes, and for trichotillomania in general:

Making sure that your hands are always kept busy, putting something like Vaseline on your eyelashes to make them harder to pull out, using relaxation techniques, taking medication and getting psychotherapy.

If you visit your doctor about this problem don’t feel down if they haven’t heard of it. Unfortunately, though millions suffer with the condition, doctors are not always aware of it. They may misdiagnose the condition, which is why it’s important to take your own measures to understand it – and the internet is a great way of doing so.

Getting Support

When it comes to stopping pulling out eyelashes it isn’t going to be easy. Some people struggle with trichotillomania all of their lives, though most find their own ways of dealing with it one way or another. Remember, there is no cure that can work for everyone.

One way is to talk to others in the same situation – the internet is great for doing this. They might also be able to give you advice, and if not they will at least provide you comfort in knowing that you aren’t alone.

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