The warm compress improves meibomian gland function, and promotes oil secretion. MGD and blepharitis treatment start with eyelid hygiene ( warm eye compresses and eyelid wipes). Chronic blepharitis can cause recurring conjunctivitis (pink eye or red eye), and corneal damage. The classic symptoms of blepharitis include eyelash crusting, flaking or caking, eyelid redness and swelling, and itchy, irritated eyes. Anterior blepharitis, on the other hand, is caused by bacterial infections, mites (Demodex), and less commonly, by allergens and contact lens irritation.

The oil can also build up in the oil glands or on the eyelid margin, leading to styes (chalazion) and inflammation of the eyelids, known as posterior blepharitis. Meibomian glands can sometimes stop oil secretion, which leads to an unstable tear film that evaporates too quickly (think evaporative DED). The mucin layer (from goblet cells) and aqueous layer (from the lacrimal gland) both sit under the lipid layer’s protection. Meibomian glands are located at your eyelid margin, and secrete oil which forms the lipid layer of your tear film and helps stabilize it. Taking care of your eyelids is the first step towards dry eye relief. Eyelid hygiene helps treat meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and eyelid inflammation (blepharitis), the most common causes of dry eyes. 2 Even if you don’t have dry eyes, eyelid hygiene is an excellent way to start taking care of your eyes, and preserving your eyesight.Įyelid hygiene includes warm compresses and eyelid wipes. Why we developed Rest TM self heating warm compressesĮyelid hygiene is the first step in dry eye treatment, and without a good eyelid hygiene routine, other treatments aren’t as effective. What is good for the eyes, should also benefit the mind and body. In addition to this, a treatment plan should also address nutrition (your diet), the environment and your lifestyle (work and social life). Diagnosing DED early and starting treatment promptly can prevent long-term damage.ĭry eye treatment options include eye drops (artificial tears) and eyelid hygiene (warm compress and eyelid wipes). However, most patients typically have a combination of both aqueous deficient and evaporative, leading to tear film dysfunction.ĭED can impact your overall eye health, while also impacting you physically, emotionally, socially and financially. With evaporative DED, your body makes enough tears, but they undergo rapid evaporation. With aqueous deficient DED, your lacrimal glands don’t produce enough natural tears to lubricate the ocular surface (the cornea and conjunctiva). 1 The classic dry eye symptoms are blurry vision, light sensitivity, itchy eyes, eye strain, watery eyes, stinging or burning, gritty sensation and eye pain.ĭry eye causes can be broken down into two main categories: aqueous deficient and evaporative. Dry eye disease and treatmentĭry eye disease (DED) is also known as dry eye syndrome, keratoconjunctivitis sicca and ocular surface disease. Rise TM eyelid wipes, Rest TM warm compresses and Rescue hydrogel masks provide a complete eyelid hygiene routine that’s convenient, clean and effective. Finally, Rest TM self-heats as soon as you put it on, which avoids the hassle of having to leave your bedroom to microwave a conventional warm compress. Rest TM self heating warm compresses have four simple ingredients that provide gentle, persistent and therapeutic heat to help you decompress, rebuild and recoup overnight. We use a matte finish on our packaging and a smooth medical-grade fabric on our eye masks to maximize comfort and minimize stimulation, which is essential as you wind down from the day.

Our box, individual sachets and the actual warm compress eye masks use a mellow color to provide a calm and tranquil experience. Since Rest TM is intended for the evening, we designed the product to help you relax and ease into your bedtime routine. Our Rest TM box comes with 30 individually packaged warm compress eye masks, enough for daily use for a month.

Our Rest TM warm compress, Rise TM eyelid wipes and Rescue hydrogel masks provide an experience unlike anything else. This is why we kept the patient experience front-and-center when handcrafting our eyelid hygiene products. Dry eye disease (DED) can be frustrating and confusing, but the treatment doesn’t have to be. Our Rest TM self heating warm compresses complement Rise TM eyelid wipes, and deliver a convenient and effective eyelid hygiene routine. Eyelid hygiene is the first step in dry eye treatment and the foundation of overall eye health & wellness.

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