Improper makeup application may cause dry eyes! What's going on?

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Some girls may be surprised:

I've heard that improper makeup may cause

Dull skin or enlarged pores

Could there be other adverse consequences?

That’s right!

If you don’t use the right makeup, it may cause dry eyes!

What is going on?

Symptoms of Dry Eyes

Patients with dry eyes often feel eye fatigue, dry eyes, foreign body sensation, etc. They may also experience symptoms such as sore eyes, burning sensation, tearing and photophobia, and temporary blurred vision.

Wu Shangcao, deputy chief physician and deputy director of the ocular surface and corneal disease department of Wuhan University Aier Eye Hospital (Aier Eye Hospital Group Hubei General Hospital), said: Early detection and early intervention of dry eye often have good treatment effects. If it develops into moderate to severe dry eye, the symptoms will worsen and are prone to recurrence, and may even damage vision.

Why does improper makeup cause dry eyes?

If makeup is not removed thoroughly, residual eye shadow powder, eyeliner, sunscreen, etc. may block the outlet of the eye's meibomian glands. Over time, it can easily cause meibomian gland dysfunction and lead to dry eyes.

If makeup is not removed thoroughly, the residual chemicals and foreign matter will make the eyes a "hotbed" for mites, causing symptoms such as itchy eyes and foreign body sensation. Cosmetics contain chemical ingredients. If they accidentally enter the eyes or directly contact the eyeballs, they may irritate the eyes and cause redness, or even cause infection and inflammation.

Therefore, girls should adhere to the principle of moderation when applying makeup and choose high-quality cosmetics. It is recommended to wear less heavy makeup and remove makeup thoroughly. Special attention should be paid when applying heavy eye makeup.

What to do if you have dry eyes

Fairies not only have to put on makeup when going out or going to work, but also have to spend a long time in front of computers, mobile phones, etc., which increases the probability of dry eyes.

Wear as little makeup as possible and remove it thoroughly. Avoid wearing contact lenses or cosmetic lenses for long periods of time; reduce the time spent in front of computers and mobile phones; stay up late less to give your eyes a full rest; consciously blink more to keep your eyeballs sufficiently moist.

Chen Xiangxi, PhD, associate chief physician, secretary of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Group of Aier Eye Hospital Group, and deputy director of the Ocular Surface and Corneal Disease Department of Aier Eye Hospital Affiliated to Wuhan University (Aier Eye Hospital Group Hubei General Hospital), reminds: It is especially important not to use eye drops randomly, and they should be used under the guidance of an ophthalmologist. If the symptoms of dry eyes are severe, you should still see a doctor in time.