Dry eye is a common eye condition with many underlying causes. While makeup itself doesn’t cause dry eyes, some makeup products, including certain removers, can worsen dry eye symptoms if you already have dry eyes. Regardless of what causes or exacerbates your dry eye, regular eye exams can help determine the underlying cause and provide […]
Everyone talks about wearing makeup with dry skin, but have you ever thought about the challenges of wearing makeup with dry eyes? A huge number of cosmetic products are meant to be applied around your eyes, but some of these products contain ingredients that can also harm your eyes—especially if they’re already dry. This is […]
Dry eye can cause a stinging, burning sensation in your eyes and make them feel like they’re dried out and sensitive. If you’re familiar with this feeling, you’ve probably experienced dry eye. This common condition causes burning, irritation, and even blurry vision. Although dry eye can cause many uncomfortable symptoms, it usually doesn’t lead to […]
If you’re experiencing dry eyes and headaches, you’re not alone. Many Canadians experience the frustrating symptoms of both conditions—and they can also occur together. There is evidence to suggest that dry eyes and headaches might be linked, but there are also conditions that can cause both dry eyes and headaches at the same time. Determining […]
Dry eye can often cause redness, stinging, burning, and scratchiness, but those aren’t the only uncomfortable symptoms. Dry eye disease can also lead to blurriness, among several other symptoms. However, it isn’t the sole cause of blurry vision. Several eye diseases and conditions can result in blurriness, making it crucial to consult your eye doctor […]
It’s not easy to live with chronic dry eyes, but with modern technology and treatments that can target the underlying causes, it is possible to get lasting relief. LipiFlow, IPL, and radiofrequency (RF) treatments are 3 modern approaches to dry eye therapy that can reduce blockages in your meibomian glands to provide relief from dry […]
If you have dry eyes, your eye doctor has several treatments to reduce your discomfort. They can recommend a treatment plan after determining the cause of your dry eyes. Your eye doctor may recommend IPL therapy or LipiFlow to improve your symptoms. Both treatments can remove blockages in your meibomian glands, but the recommended treatment […]
The Purpose of Blinking Blinking is an essential part of eye health and function. Your eyelids protect your eyes from debris and spread nourishing tears across the surface of your eye. The average person blinks 15–20 times a minute. If you blink more than the average, that may be normal for you. But blinking more […]
If the alarm clock waking you up before dawn isn’t enough, walking into the bathroom and looking in the mirror to find a bloodshot-eyed version of yourself staring back at you isn’t a good way to start the day. Waking up with red eyes often comes with discomfort and concern as to what is happening […]
You love the look of contact lenses and want to avoid carrying around your glasses whenever you can. There’s just one problem—dry eye disease. Dry eye disease is an eye condition that can bring discomfort and be stressful to deal with and manage. It occurs when your tears cannot provide enough lubrication for your eyes. […]
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