Men are shaving off their eyelashes primarily to appear "more masculine" or "less feminine," a trend popularized on social media platforms like TikTok. This trend is part of a larger cultural moment where some men feel pressured to reject any features associated with femininity, including long eyelashes. The shaving or trimming of eyelashes is often done in barbershops using clippers or scissors, sometimes inspired by viral videos showing these acts. Eyelashes traditionally have been seen as feminine and attractive, but some men now see them as a sign of softness or femininity that conflicts with an exaggerated or fragile sense of masculinity. This drives them to cut or shave their eyelashes despite the health risks involved. The drawbacks of shaving eyelashes are significant since eyelashes protect the eyes by blocking dust, debris, regulating airflow, triggering blinking, filtering sunlight, and maintaining eye moisture. Shaving lashes exposes the eyes to irritation, dryness, infections, and other serious complications. Eye health experts warn that cutting lashes can leave sharp stubs that irritate the eye surface and may cause injury. The trend is also linked with broader issues around gender expression, toxic masculinity, and societal pressures for men to conform to narrow definitions of masculinity. Some men dislike the feminine association of long lashes due to social or partner comments. However, many health professionals and observers stress that the practice is unnecessary and harmful. In summary, men shaving off their eyelashes is a social media-driven grooming trend motivated by a desire to look more masculine by removing a traditionally feminine feature, despite the important protective role eyelashes play for eye health and vision.