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Kajal or kohl is a cosmetic product that is used on the eyes. Kajal is perhaps the first makeup product that most girls learn to use. The black colored kohl gives a definition to the eyes and makes them look beautiful. The use of kajal or kohl can be traced back to ancient times. The word kohl literally means to brighten the eyes. Kohl has been used in countries like Egypt, India and Arab countries since many years. The method of making kajal or kohl in every country was different. In Egypt, kohl was made from the soot of sunflower seeds, almond seeds and perfuming them with frankincense. Another way used to prepare kohl in Egypt was to pound lead sulphide with gum and frankincense. The mixture was then mixed with cow dung and goose fat and burnt to release lead oxide. This lead oxide was mixed with milk and fresh rainwater and pounded to get a fine black powder which was applied around the eyes. In India, kohl was made using lamp black and lead. Today, the process of making kohl or kajal is a chemical process in which the various chemicals are mixed in controlled quantities. Also, kajal is available in various forms and packaging. These days, most kajal are made from black soot and various other natural ingredients that have a soothing effect on the eyes.
How to make kajal at home?
Though kajal is available commercially these days, many people prefer kajal that has been made at home because it is considered to be non-toxic and beneficial for the eyes. The process of making kajal at home:
Home-made kajal has many benefits. It is unadulterated, undiluted, natural as well as herbal. Home- made kohl can be used to intensify and beautify the eyes and also for medicinal purposes. Home- made kajal is healthy as well as hygienic and long lasting.
The kajal or kohl that is available commercially in various forms can also be beneficial for the eyes. The following are the benefits of kajal available in the market.
What are the cons of using kajal or kohl?
Kajal are made with high content of lead in them which is the main cause of skin diseases and even skin cancer. The other ingredients of kajal and their actual affects on the eyes are actually not known. The method of preparing kajal is crude and till date the same process is followed for making kajal. The application of kajal can have some adverse affects as well. These are:
Most kajal can be used without any adverse effects but it must be ensured that only good quality products are used as directed on the eyes.
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