You are never truly alone. Right now, thousands of tiny, eight-legged creatures called Demodex mites are living, eating, and breeding at the base of your eyelashes.
The Secret Life of Mites
These microscopic arachnids are translucent and spend their days tucked inside your hair follicles. At night, they crawl onto the surface of your skin to find mates. They feed primarily on sebum (skin oils) and dead skin cells.
Friend or Foe?
For most people, these mites are harmless commensals. They actually help clean your pores. However, an overpopulation can lead to skin irritation or blepharitis. It’s a reminder that every human is a walking ecosystem.