A study on Face Mask-Associated Ocular Irritation and Dryness confirmed a corresponding increase in ocular irritation and dryness among regular mask users
Tips for mask wear
- Masks with a pliable nose-wire
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Wear false #eyelashes? Don’t apply lashes to the waterline, as this blocks the meibomian gland function, called MGD, a leading cause of #dryeye. Fake lashes might be beautiful, but MGD is not. Don’t offend your eyes, keep the eyelash adhesives away from your waterline! #beauty
Prepping for #NYE parties? Glittery eye #makeup is loaded w ingredients that can wreak havoc on sensitive #eyes! Sparkling ingredients include heavy metals, crushed rocks & semiprecious stones. Crushed rocks in the tear film? Ouch! Keep the stones in your jewelry. #beauty#dryeye
The eyes are one of the top markers of facial attractiveness. The quest for longer, thicker and darker lashes and eyes that appear larger, however, comes with risks, which many don’t mind taking. Education about healthier practices is the next best option:
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A Dry Eye Diva survey showed ~30% of #women keep mascara until it’s used up & many keep #mascara for a year+ !
#Beauty & #health tips:
•Toss old crusty mascara
•Avoid mascara w aluminum, phenoxyethanol & parabens
•Don’t use waterproof
•Replace every 3 months or less!
Lashing Out: Dangerous Beauty Trends
If patients aren’t mindful of the steps they are taking to modify their ocular appearance, they may end up doing more harm than good. By Tracy Doll, OD
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If you or someone you know have used an eyelash growth serum, please take my university approved, research team's anonymous survey!