Written By: Debjani Arora | Updated : September 26, 2014 10:45 AM IST
I have been advised to apply kohl or kajal on my baby's lower eyelid to ward off evil spirits. I wanted to know if it is a safe practise to do so?
Though most Indian mothers prefer to apply kajal or kohl on the lower eyelid of their babies and infants, it isn't a good practise in itself. Chemicals in these cosmetic products can cause allergic reactions since your baby's eyes are very sensitive. Know more about other myths related to eye care.
Allergic reactions like red eyes, watery eyes or itching are very common due to kohl or kajal usage. Prolonged use of such cosmetics that are loaded with chemicals can lead to serious eye complications when the child is young. It can also lead to eye damage or impaired vision.
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