Solutions for Make-up Wearers with Dry Eye

Many wearers of cosmetic make-up report experiencing discomfort or irritation in their eyes. This discomfort can at times be exacerbated by sleep-deprivation, long computer usage, drinking, and smoking, and also by the increased allergens in the springtime.

Solution #1: Formulated Eye Drops
There are many solutions to this problem. The first solution is to apply eye drops formulated for treating dry eyes. According to dry eye experts, the best technique is to apply these drops when not wearing make-up. If there is make-up on the eyelid when drops are applied, this may cause additional irritation as the make-up and eye drops are mixed together and flow back into the eyes.

Solution #2: Eyelid Cleansing Wipes
Even after you clean the make-up off of your eyelids there may still be remaining make-up residue. For example, try the lid scrubs produced by OCuSOFT, the #1 doctor recommended brand.

Solution #3: Healthy Make-up Habits
These make-up strategies come from dry eye experts and are applicable to all make-up wearers, even those without dry eye:

• don't share make up
• throw make-up out after 3 months
• clean face before applying make-up
• remove make-up before going to sleep
• avoid glitter or powder (they worsen irritation to the eyes)

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Dry Eye and Pregnancy

Dry eye can be a big problem for many pregnant women. A recent study published in the November 2011 issue of Molecular Vision, a peer-reviewed academic journal, found that pregnant rabbits often exhibit typical clinical symptoms of dry eye. Changes in your eye condition can be the result of any number of things, from hormone fluctuation to alteration in blood circulations. Water retention, for example, can cause the thickness and curvature of your cornea to change. As a result, your contact lenses may no longer fit as well as before. Existing dry eye conditions may take a turn for the worse as the oil glands that produce lipids to lubricate the eyes become blocked. People who have never experienced dry eye before may now find themselves needing extra help as well. The end of pregnancy may not bring relief either as hormonal changes will often take several months to disappear.

So how can you find dry eye relief during pregnancy? Eye drops may be a solution. Many over the counter formulas contain no active ingredients and are therefore safe to use. Prescription only eye drops, however, should be used with caution. While most of the medications in eye drops stay in or near the eye, small amounts can be absorbed into the body’s bloodstream through the mucous membranes lining the surface of the eye, the tear drainage system, and the nose. You should consult your doctor before using any of your regular prescription eye medicines during pregnancy. Outside of eye drops, there are some home remedies that can help to relieve the symptoms of dry eye during pregnancy. A hot compress can open up blocked oil glands and provide temporary relief. Wearing eyeglasses instead of contacts and taking regular breaks while using the computer are some other easy steps that will improve your eye condition. Talk with your doctor about any measure you are planning to take and happy eye health!