The most important pathological effects of pollution are indirect on Eyes & extremely harmful…

Combat effects of air pollution on eyes

Living in any metro in India has become quite challenging with a myriad of problems, including extremely high air pollution levels. Every day you glance at the newspaper and one of the first things you will see is a report on how bad the air quality was the previous day. If you reside in Delhi-NCR, you have experienced breathing problems, itchiness, headaches and other problems. Air Quality Index (AQI) numbers have fluctuated between very poor and poor, reaching extremely high levels due the burning of crop waste and post-Diwali particulate matter.

Indoor air pollution too plays a major in decreased eye health.

What are the most common pollutants?

You can choose what to eat and are able to make the right choices for the health of your family and you. But you do not have a choice to change the air that you inhale. So, you have to inhale contaminated air and face the effects of the adulterated air on skin and eyes too.

Air pollution is comprised not only of dust and bigger particulate matter, but there are many invisible, toxic substances, chemicals, as well as biological materials.

The most common pollutants which are present in the outdoor and indoor environment are:

  • Particulate matter
  • Ground level ozone
  • Carbon monoxide
  • Sulfur dioxide
  • Lead
  • Nitrogen dioxide
  • CFC
  • Hydrogen sulphate

All these pollutants cause the following health problems in people, to those who are exposed to the outdoors, the elderly, pregnant women, infants and children.

  • Asthma attacks, wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing
  • Eye problems like Stinging, Excessive tearing, Red eyes
  • Eye infections
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Dry eye syndrome
  • Respiratory infections
  • Pulmonary disease
  • Cardiovascular problems
  • Lung cancer

Air pollution and your eyes

According to a study by the Global Healing Center, an astounding amount of toxic residue, almost 40%, from burning of garbage, crop waste etc are floating around in the air. Therefore, it is no surprise that the moment we step out of our homes, we inhale this polluted air and face health problems.

Eyes, too suffer from all the dust and debris and chemical which are in the air. In fact, the high amount of carbon present in the atmosphere has led a team of innovators to manufacture black ink extracted from the air! So, you can imagine the damage your lungs and all other organs of the body faces due to greenhouse gases, including the sensitive part of the eyes exposed daily outdoors.

Your eyes may be itching, stinging, tearing, becoming red and sore, which are some short-term effects of air pollution on the eyes. This has been observed by ophthalmologists in India and China which are two countries troubled by smog. And in the long-term, eyes fall prey to the dry-eye syndrome.

Eye problems caused by air pollution

The major eye health problems which are associated with polluted air are:

  • Stinging/burning
  • Itching
  • Increased hyperemia
  • Photophobia
  • Excessive watering of eyes
  • Fluctuating vision
  • Foreign body sensation
  • Contact lens’ discomfort/intolerance
  • Tired Eyes

Chemical conjunctivitis too, is another eye problem which has been linked to high rates of air pollution, according to studies in China.

How do Carbon monoxide, Sulphur monoxide, Hydrogen sulphate, lead and CFC harm your eyes

Some studies have thrown up some data detailing the link between carbon monoxide (CO) and eyes. The eyes as well as the brain can have permanent effects including carbon monoxide poisoning when exposed to the odorless, clear gas. Retinal hemorrhage may occur if one is exposed to CO for more than 12 hours.

As for Sulphur dioxide, it irritates the mucous membranes of the body, including the eyes, throat, nose and lungs. Therefore, Sulphur dioxide in polluted air may be the reason why your eyes are irritated when you go out, as it can stick to your eyes/eyelids.

Hydrogen sulphate affects the eyeball’s anterior chamber (between the cornea and iris) which is filled with fluid. When this pollutant comes in contact with the fluid, known as aqueous humor, it causes dizziness, and in some rare cases leads to blindness.

The gas, CFC released by aerosol sprays, refrigerators and air conditioners, lead to ozone layer depletion. This causes UV rays to penetrate earth’s atmosphere and then these rays damage the skin and eyes.

Lead poisoning due to the lead emitted by consumer products such as paint, craft supplies, plumbing materials and gasoline is a big concern. Lead poisoning can affect vision too, including the development of the eyes. Studies have linked lead to decreased eye heath, including problems in vision (difficulty seeing in poor light), chronic eye irritation and blurred vision, and even cataracts in elderly people. Children are at risk too, as lead affects their eyes which are still developing and lead in the air can lead to decreased lens transparency.

Ways to protect your eyes from air pollution

  • Staying hydrated drink adequate water, eat food with antioxidants like Lutein, Vit C & E can help keeping eyes healthy.
  • Try to limit outdoor time
  • Clean every day your eyes & eyelids with Soft Eyelid Cleanser and Eyelid Wipes.
  • Protect eyes with clear, safety glasses
  • Wear sunglasses
  • Clean your contact lenses thoroughly
  • Use air purifiers and humidifiers at home

How eyelid hygiene can keep your eyes safe from air pollution

Air pollutants may stick to the eyelids, and cause blockage to the eye glands, causing eye infections like Blepharitis, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and Dry Eye Syndrome.

The use of eyelid wipes and cleansers has not picked up in India, and in fact, the concept is very new. But using eyelid wipes like pre-moistened eyelid wipes such as Oculeaf, can help to keep your eyes hydrated, lubricated and CLEAN, from dust, debris, toxic chemicals and gases.

Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes and Cleansers take out/clean all the dust/debris and chemicals like CO, CFC, Sulphur monoxide, hydrogen sulphate and other invisible gases and chemicals present in polluted air. Besides Tea Tree Oil in Oculeaf Wipes & Cleanser as well cleanse germs / bacteria’s around eyes improving eyelids hygiene.

By cleaning your eyes with Eyelid Wipes and Cleansers, twice a day, every day, you and your family can be safe from the ill-effects of indoor and outdoor air pollution.

 

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Know the mites those causing discomforts in your eyes

Demodex is an ectoparasite. Among the many Demodex species, only D. folliculorum and D. brevis are found on the human body, including the face, cheeks, forehead, nose, and eyelids. On eyelids, D. folliculorum lives in the eyelash follicles and D. Brevis lives deep in the meibomian glands and the sebaceous glands of the lashes.

Many reports confirm that Demodex is an etiologic factor in chronic blepharitis, conjunctival inflammation, and meibomian gland dysfunction. Over 80% of patients suffering from blepharitis are reported having Demodex. Demodex is significantly related to age, ocular discomforts, tear film instability, and poor eyelid hygiene. When it has grown large in numbers, Demodex starts creating many symptoms like itching, feeling of rubbing, pain, stickiness, excessive tearing in eyes, often resulting in pain & inflammation in eyelids. It needs proper management by improving eyelid hygiene.

2% Tea Tree Oil is found to be effective in killing these mites/germs in eyelids and thereby improving overall eyelid & eye hygiene better than other conventional products. Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser contains 2% Tea Tree Oil in addition to Vitamin E and Aloe B. Panthenol & is free from alcohol, paraben, SLS-like chemicals.  Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser (a soft shampoo) brings in an effective & simple solution for daily eyelid & face cleaning besides soothing & freshening up your eyes.

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Why You Should Clean Eyelids Before Eye Surgery

It is imperative to clean your eyelids before any eye operation/surgery. Sometimes there might be some early signs of infection, such as microscopic scales which are not visible to you, but your eye surgeon spots it and asks you to follow a daily eyelid cleaning routine. Even if there is no infection, daily eye hygiene is prescribed before any eye surgery to prevent eye infections.

Why do you have to follow daily eyelid cleaning routine before surgery

Surgeons ask patients to clean eyes/eyelids before an operation to prevent any minor or major problem at the time of surgery, as infections can be transferred from your eyelids to the eye.

In a study ‘Importance of Lid Hygiene Before Ocular Surgery: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Eyelid and Conjunctiva Microbiota’ by Assumpta Peral, Ph.D.,  Jose Alonso, Ph.D., Concepción García-García, Ph.D., Cristina Niño-Rueda, Ph.D., and Patricia Calvo del Bosque, M.Sc., the authors found that daily cleaning with eyelid wipes helps in undiagnosed blepharitis before any ocular surgery, and also reduces the risk of post-surgery endophthalmitis.

Ways to Clean your eyelids and enhance eye hygiene

Hot compresses

Hot compresses are usually advised by eye surgeons prior to surgery as part of eyelid cleaning routine. You can do this by soaking a clean face/cotton cloth in some warm water and apply to closed eyelids for about 10 minutes. You will feel relief and any crust/debris on the eyes will be easily removable.

Wash your eyes with Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser

One of the best ways is to wash eyelids with a gentle but extremely effective eyelid cleanser such Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser. It’s formulated with TTO or Tea Tree Oil which has been proven by many studies to be one of the best natural remedies. Along with TTO, the other ingredients in Oculeaf help to hydrating skin around eyes. It’s a product which can be used on the face too, as TTO is good for the skin.

With only two pumps of the Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser, you can wash your eyes, eyelids and entire face. Close your eyes, apply the cleanser and rinse with clean water thereafter.

Clean your eyes with Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes

After washing your eyes with Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser, the next step is to clean your eyelids with Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes’. The key ingredient of the Oculeaf Wipes is Tea Tree Oil which is a powerful and proven anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-Demodex, anti-inflammatory agent.

Precautions to take before surgery

  • Follow your doctor advice and instruction
  • Undergo tests – The surgeon will perform ultrasound test in order to measure the shape and size of the eye. This helps to determine the right lens implant for you.
  • Stop taking specific medications – You will have to stop some medications which might increase bleeding risk. Do inform your doctor about any prostrate problem medicines you may be taking.
  • Apply anti-biotic eyedrops – Your surgeon might prescribe anti-biotic eyedrops a day or two before surgery.
  • Fasting – You may have to fast approx 12 hours before operation.
  • Prepare for recovery – You have to arrange for someone to take you home and help you at home for approx a week after surgery.
  • Start wearing glasses instead of contact lenses – Soft contact lenses should be removed one week before and hard lenses should be removed 3-4 weeks before eye surgery.
  • Do not wear eye makeup pre surgery – For at least a day or two before surgery, you should stop applying eye makeup on the eyes. To be on the safe side, ensure that your face is free of moisturizers, foundations and other makeup. Makeup residue or debris can increase the risk of contracting any infection. Using pre-moistened eyelid wipes to clean your eyes will remove all traces of makeup, thus preventing any infection.

How often should you clean your eyelids before eye operation

You should clean your eyes with eyelid wipes or eyelid cleansers twice every day, two weeks prior to surgery. You might have to clean your eyelids more than twice or less, depending on the condition of your eye. However your eye doctor can advice you better please follow their instruction.

What to do is eye gets infected before surgery?

If in spite of your strict daily eyelid cleaning routine, your eyes show symptoms of infection, such as discharge, extreme itching and red and dry eyes, then you must contact your surgeon immediately. You might be prescribed medication and your surgery might have to be rescheduled.

Start a good habit

The daily eyelid cleaning routine which you start before your eye surgery should be continued after surgery too, and as eye hygiene habit for all your life. This good habit will give you rich dividends throughout your life.

With daily eyelid cleaning routine using Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser and Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes – Have Healthy Eyes and See Happy!

 

 

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Oculeaf Eyelids Wipes, a new standard for Eye Care

The skin around the eyes or the eye contour is the most sensitive part of the eye, as well as the body. Your ‘windows to the world’ are exposed directly to the external environment. You have to protect your eyes from the dust, pollution, exudation, oil, allergens, debris, and bacteria with regular eye hygiene. Establishing a regular eye care routine with eyelid wipes will keep your eyes clean and prevent infections.

Why daily eye cleaning routine with Oculeaf is a must

Your eyes are one of the most precious organs in your body. Even a little dust in your eyes causes a lot of discomfort. Unknown to us, dust mites known as Demodex mites reside on the eyelids and eyebrows and cause infections. These pesky mites can be cleaned by eyelid wipes, such as Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, which are so gentle that you can use them every day.

When there is an accumulation of dead or dry skin on your eyelid, it causes itching, red eyes, and swollen lids. You also feel that there is something in your eyes even though there isn’t! Does this sound familiar – if so, you are suffering from Blepharitis which can be easily prevented by using Oculid Eyelid Wipes.

Similarly, common eye problems such as dry eyes and computer vision syndrome (caused due to staring at computer screens for long hours) and conditions like Meibomitis, MGD, and a host of other eye diseases/infections can be easily prevented/managed by wiping the eyes with Oculeaf wipes.

What do Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes contain

Oculeaf eyelid wipes are formulated using Tea Tree Oil (TTO) as one of the main ingredients.

According to a study by Hyun Koo, Tae Hyung Kim, Kyoung Woo Kim, Sung Wook Wee, Yeoun Sook Chun, and Jae Chan Kim, cleaning the eyes with Tea Tree Oil-based scrubs or wipes managed Demodex infestation and remedied ocular discomforts. In fact, there are many studies that have revealed that TTO is one of the best natural killers of bacteria and mites, from the eyes and face. Tea Tree Oil (TTO) is highly in demand for its anti-infective, anti-Demodex, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Apart from Tea Tree Oil, Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes contain

  • Glycerin
  • Panthenol
  • Sodium Hyaluronate

These ingredients together help keep your eyes hydrated and lubricated, while removing Demodex mites, bacteria, dust, etc.

How to use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes

Oculeaf is available in 12 and 24 wipes’ set, which you can carry around easily. Before using the wipes, wash your hands. Take out one pre-moistened wipe. Close your eyes and wipe the upper eyelid from the eye corner near the nose to the other corner. Next, wipe the lower eyelid in a similar manner. Then, wipe the eyebrow. Repeat the same for the other eye. Use the wipe very gently while cleaning the eye contour area as the skin around eyes is very soft. DO NOT RINSE your eyes after using the eyelid wipe.

With Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, you can remove eye makeup effectively too. As most women know, if eye makeup is not removed properly, it causes irritation and itching in the eyes. Oculeaf wipes remove all traces of oily makeup and leave you with clean, refreshed eyes.

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Dry Eyes, Headaches and Blurry Vision – you may be suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)

For the most part of the day, we spend our time in front of a computer or digital device screen. It’s a combination of work, surfing the net, playing games on screens, and connecting with others on social media. Staring at the computer screen for hours on end gives rise to a host of eye problems, which researchers have now termed as Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). According to studies, 50-90% of people who work on computers suffer from at least a few symptoms of CVS.

1. Are you suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)?

If you work for long hours on a computer, your eye and body might be suffering from CVS.
The symptoms of CVS are:
• dry eyes
• blurry vision
• red and tired eyes
• headaches
• neck, back and shoulder pain
• double vision
• eye irritation

2. What causes Computer Vision Syndrome?

When you work on the computer, your eyes have to focus and refocus numerous times. Eyes continuously react to the images you are looking at, which requires a lot of effort from the eye muscles, causing eye strain. Improper viewing distance, poor posture, and vision problems which are undetected and uncorrected also cause computer vision syndrome.

Age plays a role in CVS too, because as you grow older, the eye lens loses its flexibility, causing more strain on the eyes.

3. How to prevent/treat computer vision syndrome

Some tips for computer vision syndrome prevention:

Don’t forget to blink
Blinking washes and moistens the eyes naturally. This will prevent dry eyes, eye irritation, and red eyes. Wiping your eyes with Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes which is pre-moistened with tea tree oil, as well Sodium Hyaluronate and Panthenol will give you relief from eye stress. You must close your eyes and wipe your eyelids from end to end. Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes will soothe your eyes and help in CVS.

Remember the 20-20-20 rule
Look 20 feet away after every 20 minutes for 20 seconds. Take a break from the screen for 15 minutes after 2 hours of working.

Adjust the lighting
Good lighting is imperative – make sure the overhead lighting is not overbright, nor should it be too low. If you use a desk lamp, then the light should shine on the desk, not on you.

Adjust the monitor screen distance
The monitor should be at a distance of a minimum of 20 inches from your eyes. The height of the monitor should be a little below your eye level so that you look slightly downward. Adjust the contrast, flicker, resolution, etc. according to your comfort and use anti-glare screens.

Get your eyes checked
If you are suffering from dry eyes, eye irritation, and headaches, you must get your eyes checked by the doctor. Do wear prescription glasses as computer vision syndrome treatment.

Sit in the right posture
If you have to sit for long hours, the chair should be padded and conform to your body. Sit straight and flex your neck from time to time.

Following the tips above will prevent CVS and allow you to work comfortably on the computer for a long time.

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Tea Tree Oil or TTO offers best solution for Eyelid & Eyelashes Hygiene

Tea tree oil or TTO is perhaps one of the most popularly used and studied natural/ essential oils on the planet right now. It is used to treat both eye problems and skin problems. Tea tree oil is derived from the woody, shrub-like tree which grows in Australia. The scientific name for the tree is ‘Melaleuca Alternifolia’. It belongs to the family of Eucalyptus, which is also used for antiseptic properties. Tea tree oil contains almost 100 different components. It is probably the reason for its widespread use for skin and eyes.

Daily application of tea tree oil-based Eyelid Wipes, Eyelid Cleanser, & Eyelid Gels can keep your eyes healthy and protect them from conditions like Blepharitis, Dry Eye, and Demodex infestation.

1. Reasons to use Tea Tree Oil products for ocular health

Eye Care professionals prescribe tea tree oil-based Wipes, Cleansers, and Gels as they have been found to kill bacteria and eyelash mites (called as Demodex) naturally. This natural healing or killing power has made them extremely popular, as they can be used for a long time to clean/heal the eyes, without any ill-effects.

Demodex (eyelash mites) and bacteria which reside on the eyelids can lead to eyelid infection, inflammation, and dry eye. If you know someone who suffers from styes, eye inflammation, and rosacea, etc. quite frequently, then Demodex or bacteria may be the culprit. Using tea tree oil formulation around eyes can help to resolve these eye problems in a safe and healthy manner.

However, you should never apply the tea tree essential oil directly in your eyes – it might harm your eyes, and you will end up with severe burning sensation and red eyes. Instead, Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Wipes, Tea Tree Eyelid Cleansers, and Gels should be used.

2. Medicinal properties of tea tree oil

TTO is anti-inflammatory, anti-protozoal, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal. It is antioxidant, anti-viral, and anti-tumour as well. This amazing natural healer can cure a host of eye problems. Tea tree oil or TTO is anti-bacterial in nature which is why is it is the best treatment for styes. Gently cleaning the eyes two times a day with gentle tea tree oil formulations such as Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes can help to heal styes.

The skin of the eye is the most sensitive skin in the body. You have to treat the skin around the eyes carefully and use specially formulated Eyelid Wipes with TTO to cleanse your eyes and moisten them. If you wear contact lens or suffer from rosacea and acne, you definitely should use tea tree eyelid cleanser and TTO facial wipes as they keep the eyes’ oil glands clear and clean from parasites and bacteria.

Almost all women use some form of eye makeup. Eye makeup should be removed before sleeping at night, or it will lead to eye problems. Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes is a soft and effective way to remove eye makeup, even makeup which is oily.

3. Why use TTO formulated Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes

Oculeaf Eyelid wipes have a tea tree oil base as well as a host of other gentle moisturizers and lubricants. These wipes are very effective and can be used 2 times every day to clean the eye contour. Oculeaf pre-moistened wipes are available in packs of 12 and 24 Wipes and you can conveniently carry them with you at all times. Use them to maintain good eye health.

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5 BEST TIPS to protect your eyes from the effects of Dust and Pollution

The dust and pollution level in cities is increasing every day. Every time you go out, your eyes take the brunt of it. Exposure to dust and pollution exposes them to potential infections. It is important to maintain a regular eye cleaning routine to keep your eyes safe from the infections and also keep your vision clear.  Here are some tips to help you establish a regular eye-cleaning routine, including cleaning your eyelids:

1. Don’t rub your eyes

The first instinct is to rub your eyes whenever something goes in it, or if you experience itching. But your hands are full of bacteria, dust and dirt, and rubbing your eyes would transfer them to your eyes. Avoiding rubbing your eyes will prevent both irritation and infection. The next time you have eye irritation, clean them with eye cleansers such as the Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser and Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes. Oculeaf softly removes all debris and protects your eyes.

2. Wash your hands frequently

To keep your hands free of bacteria and dust, wash them from time to time, especially when you’re putting on your contact lenses or taking them off. Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser can be used before putting on your contacts, it will clean your eyelids and keep your eyes moist.

3. Wear protective eye gear

Your eyes are very delicate organs. Whenever you’re out in the sun, wear your sunglasses to protect them from UV light, as well as dirt and dust. Wear goggles when you swim, as they will protect your eyes from chlorine in the pool. And if you’re working on a DIY (do-it-yourself) project at home, do wear safety glasses. This will prevent any splinters from entering your eyes.

4. Keep surroundings clean

Dust is not only outside, but it is very much there around you, inside your home. Keep your workstation free from dust and clutter. Washing linens and towels regularly will help keep your eye free from infection.

5. Clean your eyes every day

Eyelid Wipes, like the ones from Oculeaf, can be carried around, as they are quite handy. Use them once or twice a day. They will effectively remove any dust accumulated around eyelids and eyelashes and on the skin around the eyes. They will refresh your eyes and you will feel a soothing effect.

Many of us are unaware that dirt in the eyes can lead to serious eye and vision problems. Establish a regular eye-cleaning routine to have rested, clean and stress-free eyes.

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Habit of Eyelids cleaning everyday like brushing your teeth, will make your eyes healthy, sparkling and confident.

Eyelid hygiene

Is very important for all of us. Cleaning the eyes every day like brushing teeth is essential to avoid infections and allergies. Just splashing your eyes with plain water is not enough – experts suggest that you should use eyelid wipes every day to avoid conditions like Blepharitis, Meibomitis, and many other ocular surface disorders.

So, what are Blepharitis and Meibomitis?

Are you experiencing itching, red eyes, swollen eyelids, and a feeling that something is in your eyes? Another symptom is the swelling/redness of the eyelid margin. You may have pain in your eyes, and your vision may become blurry too. All these symptoms may indicate Blepharitis or Meibomitis.

Blepharitis occurs when the roots of your eyelashes become inflamed. This happens because of the accumulation of dead/dry skin cells on the eyelashes and their base. Demodex Mites (tiny parasites) and bacteria on the eyelid aggravate the condition. Blepharitis can be chronic or temporary.

Your eyes have a row of oil glands on both the upper and the lower eyelids. Meibomitis occurs when the oil glands become inflamed. The inflammation occurs due to the oil glands being clogged with solidified oil. In most cases, as with Blepharitis, the bacteria which reside in the glands make the inflammation worse.

How to tackle Blepharitis and Meibomitis?

You ought to visit your doctor who will advise you to do the following things, in order to control or treat the two conditions:

Apply warm compress

Dip a clean face towel in hot water. Apply this warm compress to the eyelids to warm them. This will help in liquefying the solidified oil in the oil glands and ejecting the clogged oil out of the eyes.

Maintain eyelid hygiene

The best way to control Blepharitis and Meibomitis is to use everyday Tea Tree Oil based wipes to clean eyelids, eyelashes, the surrounding areas of eyes, and face. Tea Tree Oil has been known worldwide for over 80 years as effective anti-bacterial, anti-Demodex, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory. So, these wipes will keep disease-causing bacteria away and eyes will be cleaner and healthier. They will effectively remove debris, any exudate materials around eyelids, eyelashes, and around eye skin.

Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes are formulated with 7% Tea Tree Oil along with some other natural moisturizers, lubricating agent, and skin conditioners. They not only improve the hygiene of eyes but also help in strengthening the health of the skin around eyes and improve overall comfort.

You are not required to rinse your eyes with water after using Ocular Eyelid Wipes, they provide NO-RINSE solutions for your eye care.

Tip: Before using Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, wash your hands. Take out one pre-moistened wipe. Close your eye and wipe the upper eyelid from the eye corner near the nose to the other corner. Next, wipe the lower eyelid in a similar manner. Then, wipe the eyebrow. Repeat the same for the other eye. Use the wipe very gently while cleaning the eye contour area as the skin around eyes is very soft. DO NOT RINSE your eyes after using the eyelid wipe.

Oculeaf Wipes are available in a pack of 24 and 12 pre-moistened wipes. One can easily carry the wipes with him/her and use them one to two times every day.

Artificial Tears

Tear evaporation leads to dry eyes and eye fatigue. Using doctor prescribed artificial tears can also alleviate your discomfort. You can use artificial tears a number of times in a day. Your doctor might ask you to use a different kind of eye lubricating drops.

Antibiotic

In extreme cases, antibiotics are prescribed by doctors. The antibiotics will help reduce the inflammation/infection and bring it under control.

Prevention is better than cure. To avoid conditions like Blepharitis and Meibomitis, you should make cleaning your eyes with harmless eyelid wipes, such as Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, a habit. This will stop the oil glands from being clogged and clean the dead or dry skin cells off the eyelids. Your eyes will feel healthier and happier!

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Know more about Blepharitis, Causes and managing Eyelid Hygiene.

1. What is Cylindrical Dandruff?

Debris generated from the mites accumulates at the root of the lashes and is clinically observed as a gelatinous cylindrical ‘sleeve’ or cylindrical dandruff(CD) at the base of the eyelash, which are pathognomonic for mite infestation.

2. What are the symptoms of eyelash mites?

Blepharitis. This is eyelid inflammation that consists of crusty, swollen, reddened, burning, and itchy eyelids. Severe infestation of the mites can lead to eye and skin infection. Your doctor will probably ignore the presence of the mites unless there are definite symptoms that you are suffering from.

3. What is Demodex blepharitis?

Demodex Blepharitis can be divided anatomically into anterior and posterior blepharitis. The former refers to the infestation of eyelashes and follicles by D. folliculorum, clustering to the root of the lashes, whereas the latter involves infestation of the meibomian gland preferentially by D. brevis.

4. What causes eyelash mites?

Demodex mites are small, eight-legged bugs that live in the pores of our facial skin. They can cause a lot of pain and discomfort, such as itching, redness, burning. Demodex mites have been linked to some cases of blepharitis, or eyelid inflammation.

5. Can you see Demodex mites?

Demodex brevis is a kind of mite found on humans. D. brevis is so small that you can’t see the mites with a naked eye. In fact, the average mite is only 0.15 to 0.2 mm long. They only cause noticeable reactions and problems in people if the mites exist in large quantities.

6. How to get rid of eyelash mites?

Use Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser wash your Eyes & face. You must use it twice daily.

Use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes to clean your eyes 2 times a day for 2-3 months

7. How do you use Oculeaf Cleanser & Wipes for eyelash mites?

Twice a day in the morning and night, put some of the cleansers in your hand and rub your eyelids, eye contour area and face, then wash your face with clean water.

Oculeaf wipes are most effective in improving the Hygiene of Eyelids and Eyelashes, and convenient to use anywhere any place.

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Do you suffer either of Dry Eyes, Blepharitis MGD, Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) and Demodex Infestation?

The skin around the eyes or the eye contour is the most sensitive part of the eye, as well as the body. Your ‘windows to the world’ are exposed directly to the external environment. You have to protect your eyes from the dust, pollution, exudation, oil, allergens, debris, bacteria & demodex with regular eye hygiene. Establishing a regular eyecare routine with Oculeaf eyelid Wipes will keep your eyes clean and prevent infections, such as Blepharitis, Dry Eye, MGD, CVS etc.

Why daily eye cleaning routine with Oculeaf is a must

  • Manage and prevent Blepharitis- Regular cleaning with Oculeaf prevents Blepharitis, which leads to dry eye syndrome. TTO (Tea tree Oil) has been scientifically proven to be the best natural care for Blepharitis. When there is an accumulation of dead or dry skin on your eyelid, it causes itching, red eyes and swollen lids. You also feel that there is something in your eyes even though there isn’t! Does this sound familiar – if so, you are suffering from Blepharitis which can be easily prevented by using eyelid wipes formulated with tea tree oil.
  • Helps to prevent and manage Demodex infestation- Unknown to you, dust mites known as Demodex mites reside on the eyelids and eyebrows, which causes infections. These pesky mites can be cleaned by Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, which are so gentle that you can use them every day.
  • Saves from dry eye and computer vision syndrome- Dry eyes and computer vision syndrome are two extremely common eye problems which are due to staring at computer screens all day. Similarly, conditions like Meibomitis, MGD, and a host of other eye diseases/infections can be easily prevented/managed by wiping the eyes with Oculeaf wipes.

Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes are better remedy to prevent and manage eye diseases/disorders

You have to be very gentle while cleaning your eyes, as the skin surrounding your eyes is the thinnest in the body. It is a contradiction because your eyes, though soft and sensitive, are also quite tough.

Features of Oculeaf eyelid wipes

  • Pre-moistened with tea tree oil –So why should you use Oculeaf eyelid wipes? Well, because it is formulated using Tea Tree Oil (TTO)as one of the main ingredients. According to a study by Hyun Koo, Tae Hyung Kim, Kyoung Woo Kim, Sung Wook Wee, Yeoun Sook Chun and Jae Chan Kim, cleaning the eyes with Tea Tree Oil based scrubs/wipes managed Demodex infestation and improved subjective ocular discomforts. In fact, there are many studies which have revealed that TTO is one of the best natural killers of bacteria and mites, from the eyes and face.
  • Free from Alcohol, Parabens, Fragrance & SLS – Oculeaf Eyelid wipes are free from all harmful chemicals, making it safest for daily use. It removes eye exudates, dust, mites and bacteria.
  • Contains natural moisturizer which hydrates and lubricates – The natural moisturizers and TTO are anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal which keeps eyes hydrated and lubricated and protects from infections.
  • Enables smooth removal of eye makeup and eyelash extension use- You can use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes to remove makeup easily as well as clean the eyes after removing eyelash extensions. Eye makeup if not removed completely can lead to eye infection. Eyelash extensions have latex/glue which if not removed completely may cause eyelashes to fall out.

How to use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes

Step 1: Wash your hands and tightly close your eyes

Step 2: Gently clean your eyelids with a pre-moistened wipe from the center to the corner of your eyes. Repeat for the other eye contour too.

Step 3: Clean your face with Oculeaf wipes to remove and Demodex mites from cheeks.

Step 4: Do not rinse.

Use Oculeaf eyelid wipes twice a day for best results. Oculeaf is available in box containing 12 and 24 wipes’ pre-moistened wipes, which you can carry around easily. Get instant relief from your dry eyes or eye irritation by wiping your eyelids, eyebrows and face with Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes.

For more information, visit www.waypham.com, and in case of severe problem do visit your ophthalmologist.

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