Editor's note: This article is out of date. Readers may be interested in a more recent articleon the topic from March 2021. Wear wraparound sunglasses or eyewear when outdoors to protect your eyes from wind and dry air hitting your eyes. One thing we want to point out is that during testing, we started to notice tiny little bumps around the contours of our eyes. We’re not entirely sure if they were pimples or another type of irritation, but we had to limit our use of the product to once daily (rather than twice) and it seemed to have made a difference. Mild side effects: Eye drops and ointment can cause mild stinging, blurred sight or a funny taste in the mouth soon after putting them in. Eye drops: You only need to place one drop in each eye. If you need to give more than one type of eye drop, leave at least five minutes between applying each type of medicine.

Badawi D. A novel system, TearCare®, for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. Clin Ophthalmol. 2018;12:683-694. doi:10.2147/OPTH.S160403 Hydration is the name of the game for the under-eye area and we really enjoyed this formula during testing. It leans on Greek yogurt (yes, the kind you eat) to nourish the skin around the eyes while a double shot of caffeine diminishes dark circles and puffiness. With ample hydration, this serum from Vichy is a good idea if you struggle with dryness under your eyes. It offers a subtle plumping effect, so those looking to soften the look of wrinkles will like this one, too. A 2002 study published in the journal Ophthalmology studied the use of castor oil-containing eye drops in the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), a common dry eye cause. Study participants applied a mixture that contained 2 percent castor oil and 5 percent polyoxyethylene castor oil. The researchers found the castor oil eye drops were effective in treating MGD, and study participants didn’t report adverse side effects.Ideal for those who want a soothing, cooling sensation to grace their eyes upon waking up, this is a solid choice. The potent and creamy formula helps reduce the look of wrinkles and dark circles, while the cooling metal applicator works wonders on sleepy, puffy eyes. This is a nice choice for anyone looking for a nice brightening effect nder their eyes, as well as an antioxidant boost that targets signs of aging, uneven skin tone (i.e. dark circles), and more. Your doctor might recommend artificial tears if you experience dry eyes as a result of the condition. If you receive a meibomianitis diagnosis, there are several treatments your doctor may recommend. To reduce symptoms of meibomianitis, you may need to clean your eyelids regularly with a warm washcloth. In some cases, this treatment may be the only method for controlling symptoms. Gentle formulations: Doctor of a nursing practice Dr. Jodi LoGerfo previously told Byrdie that the skin under the eyes is the thinnest on the face and is prone to damage. That said, an eye serum should both heal and maintain that sensitive skin. If for any reason a formula makes your skin sting or itch, skip it. The goal here is nourishment, not irritation.

that is, or may reasonably be considered to be, defamatory, libellous, hateful, racially or religiously biased or offensive, unlawfully threatening or unlawfully harassing to any individual, partnership or corporation; Blepharitis and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)is when hardened oils trapped in the gland lead to inflammation along the eyelids. In addition to this, bacteria and oil can build up along the eyelashes leading to crusting, redness, and flaky dead skin. You may experience itching, burning, watery eyes, or soreness as a result of this. These are best controlled with long term eyelid hygiene. These eye drops are usually emulsions, which means they include oil (like castor oil) and water. As a result, you’ll usually need to shake the eye drops before applying them. Alghamdi YA, Mercado C, McClellan AL, Batawi H, Karp CL, Galor A. Epidemiology of meibomian gland dysfunction in an elderly population. Cornea. 2016;35(6):731-735. doi:10.1097/ICO.0000000000000815Chhadva P, Goldhardt R, Galor A. Meibomian gland disease: The role of gland dysfunction in dry eye disease. Ophthalmology. 2017;124(11S):S20-S26. doi:10.1016/j.ophtha.2017.05.031 Warm Compresses: Heat is necessary to promote normal oil secretion from the Meibomian glands. Heat can be applied by using a warm, damp washcloth or a reheatable eye mask for 5 minutes while gently massaging your eyelids. Bruder eye masks are particularly effective at retaining heat, contain anti-microbial properties, and are available for sale at our offices.