The Eye Doctor Essential – Hot & Cold Eye Compress Heat Bag Featuring Sterileyes for Dry Eye, Blepharitis and MGD - Safe to Heat in a Microwave

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This hot and cold Instant Heat Mask features our patented Sterileyes® technology, which acts as an antibacterial shield on the compress, clinically proven to reduce potentially harmful bacteria by up to 99.99%. Thanks to POLYGIENE' Stay-Fresh Technology, our patented solution is bound to the fibres of the fabric to protect the eyes from potentially harmful bacteria. This fabric is antimicrobial to the three leading causative microorganisms of eye infections and that associated with Dry Eye development. Filled with BodyBeads self-hydrating technology, The Eye Doctor Essential® antibacterial, reusable hot and cold eye compress is a natural way to soothe pain caused by various eye conditions, and can be used in excess of 200 times. Additionally, a 2015 comparison of self-applied heat therapy found that applying heat using a portable heated eye mask may be beneficial for those with MGD experiencing mild-to-moderate symptoms of dry eye. There also are a number of dry eye home remedies your eye care professional may suggest. For example, it may help to take frequent breaks from screens, use a humidifier and wear a dry eye mask to soothe your eyes. What is a dry eye mask? Some patients with dry eye syndrome use a dry eye sleep mask at night or during naps. A dry eye sleep mask may work well for patients with dry eye who:

The best heated mask for dry eyes depends on your needs and situation. For example, do you want a dry eye mask that can be heated in the microwave for use as a warm compress? Or do you need a mask you can take with you on the go? While some may question the safety of wearing an eye mask to bed every night, research has shown that the benefits of wearing a properly fitting sleep mask far outweigh the risks. Is it safe to sleep in an eye mask? Sim, H. S., et al. (2014). A randomized, controlled treatment trial of eyelid-warming therapies in meibomian gland dysfunction.Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Getting a good night’s sleep is important for maintaining good physical and mental health. In a world full of distractions, many people rely on sleeping eye masks to help their eyes and their brain rest.

Contoured sleeping masks are typically made of a lightweight foam and shaped to fit around the eyes and nose more effectively. The contour creates a small dome over each eye, which allows users to blink and open their eyes comfortably with less chance of eyelash damage or fallout. Reaching the desired temperature is possible with certain heated eye masks. However, a person may need to visit a healthcare professional’s office to undergo the treatment. Some research recommends the use of home versions of heated eye masks. People can use hot water to soak a cloth to use as a warm compress, although it may be difficult to keep it at the recommended temperatures. Cloth masks come in silk or satin, cotton, velvet, polyester, fleece and other fabric types. Some may come with an adjustable headband (recommended) or a one-size-fits-all elastic band. Contoured mask

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The Eye Doctor Premium® is a Registered Class 1 Medical Device with the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA). The Eye Doctor Essential® antibacterial, reusable hot and cold eye mask externally heats the eyelids, which stimulates the glands to give relief from any tension or irritation of the eyes. There is strong scientific research showing that gently heating the eyelid to the recommended temperature will help treat various conditions, including but not limited to dry eyes, blepharitis and MGD.

If you’re fond of the effects a weighted blanket provides, you may be interested in a weighted sleep mask. The extra weight of the mask applies a gentle pressure to the face, which can relieve tension around the eyes. However, if individuals have an allergy to cucumbers, they should avoid placing this fruit on the eyes in case of an allergic reaction. https://www.eurekaselect.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 –Most sleeping masks are nearly weightless. However, if you’re a fan of the weighted blanket, or if you’re a sleeping mask veteran and looking to try something new, a weighted eye mask can help relax tension around your eyes and offer a good night’s rest. If you’re experiencing symptoms of dry eye, it’s important to see your eye doctor right away. These symptoms can also be caused by the result of an eye infection or other eye conditions. Many health care providers and patients are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccines — and widespread vaccination is key to ending the pandemic. But even if you've been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have recovered from a coronavirus infection, it's important to wear a mask and follow all instructions issued by your doctor's office. Rest assured that ophthalmologists, like all medical professionals, will also be masked and will follow strict hygiene and disinfection guidelines. New procedures for routine and urgent eye care during COVID-19