Eyelash extensions are a popular beauty trend to achieve longer, fuller lashes. With this practice though comes a heightened need for eyelid hygiene. In a study, 26.8% of women with eyelash extensions experienced health problems such as ocular hyperemia, pain, and itchy swollen eyelids.
Educating patients on the impact of neglecting eyelid cleanliness is essential, as it can lead to uncomfortable issues like irritation, debris buildup, and even microscopic mite overpopulation on the eyelids. Optometrists and Ophthalmologists are in unique positions to discuss these risks, particularly for patients prone to blepharitis, which makes daily eyelid hygiene even more critical.
Importance of Incorporating Eyelid Hygiene
Encourage patients to incorporate eyelid hygiene into their daily routines to prevent discomfort and prolong the life of their eyelash extensions. Two effective methods to recommend are eyelid cleansers and hypochlorous acid sprays, which are designed to keep the eyelid area clean and free of irritants.
Eyelid Cleansing Wipes
As a straightforward and effective option to patients, wipes are designed for easy wipe-on, wipe-off use, remove debris and reduce irritation without requiring rinsing. For patients who may need a stronger antimicrobial solution, recommend wipes with tea tree oil. Tea tree oil is recognized for its ability to reduce mite populations and soothe irritated skin, making it especially valuable for patients with eyelash extensions. Bruder offers regular and tea tree oil-infused options that provide effective, convenient hygiene solutions.
Hypochlorous Acid Spray
A mainstay already for many eye doctors, hypochlorous acid (HOCl) spray can help prevent infections and reduce inflammation, which is critical for patients with eyelash extensions. This gentle solution, typically combined with saline, is an ideal choice for keeping the eyelids clean and healthy without causing irritation. Key to communicating to patients, though, is that the body’s own immune system naturally produces HOCl as an edge against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Bruder’s Hygienic Eyelid Solution spray is preservative-free and a natural and simple way patients can prepare a better environment around the eye for the use of eyelash extensions.
Importance of Incorporating Eyelid Hygiene
Encourage patients to incorporate eyelid hygiene into their daily routines to prevent discomfort and prolong the life of their eyelash extensions.
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