Women are three times more likely to be affected by dry eye than men. This is partially due to hormonal changes in our body to the fact that we are constantly putting foreign bodies into our eyes via eye makeup. Fortunately, there are tricks and tips you can follow to make sure those smoky eyes do not become rabbit eyes by the end of the night.
If you suffer from severe dry eye, avoiding eye makeup completely may be the safest option. However, this does not mean that you cannot have beautiful nude eyes. A little bit of attention to the rest of your makeup can do wonders. Instead of using mascara, consider how an eyelash curler can give you that full lash look without the irritation. The right shade of lipstick and blush can also help to emphasize your eyes without going anywhere near them. You can keep your lipstick look relatively natural while still bringing an element of drama to your face. Go for an after-exercise flush when applying blush.
If you only suffer from mild to moderate dry eye and would still like to wear eye makeup, consider these tips. Avoid powder eye shadow in favor of creams as powder can travel and irritate the eyes while cream eye shadow will stick in place. If you choose to use liquid eye shadow, eyeliners, and/or mascara, make sure the product is alcohol free. Also, do not use waterproof makeup. The traditional methods for removing waterproof makeup such as Vaseline and baby oil will leave residue around the eyelid and this residue is then spread all over the eye. Also, do not ever share eye makeup or use expired items. Cross contamination is a real problem and with dry eye, even the tiniest infection can become a big cause for concern.
Once you have the appropriate eye makeup, follow the tricks below to minimize possible discomfort during and after application. If you are using Restasis or other types of natural eye drops, shoot to apply these a half an hour before you do your makeup. Moist eyes will help to make the process as pain free as possible. When using mascara, make sure to apply from the tips rather than from the root of your lashes. In general, you should make sure to avoid the lid margin when applying any type of eye make up.
The last and most important step for dry eye sufferers (and those without dry eyes) is cleansing. Proper makeup removal is absolutely key to preventing irritation. Ocusoft lid scrubs are currently one of the best products on the market for dry eye makeup removal. Ocusoft offers products that come in both bottled liquid and pad forms. The product is gentle enough for daily use and will not irritate the eyelids. It is both lint and fragrance free so you can be sure that it will not worsen your dry eye condition. Pick up Ocusoft products at your local drug store or ask your eye doctor for a sample. The company is even now offering specialized mascara for dry eye sufferers!
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