Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: July 13, 2016, 6:15 PM
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The next time your grandmother asks you to put rosewater drops in your eyes, do not do that! Dr Sanjiv Gupta, Additional Director, Department of Ophthalmology, Jaypee Hospital Noida, warns us against six things you should never ever put in your eyes. You could have been using the last one for years!
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Eye drops: Never buy eye drops without a doctor’s prescription as most pharmacists will give you steroid drops, which can aggravate the eye infection, if you already suffer from one. Also, these drops, if used for long, can put you at a risk of glaucoma and cataract.
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Eye make-up - First, check whether the makeup you use suits your eye or not by doing a patch test before applying the product. Also, while applying kajal or eye liner, ensure that the product does not get into your eyes, as it can irritate the eye, causing redness and itching. Also think twice before trying a new eye make-up product.
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Natural remedies: Many people put honey or cow’s milk to deal with irritation or remove irritants naturally. However, by doing so, you are doing more harm than good. This not only causes irritation but in severe cases can also lead to loss of vision. Hence, stay away from using natural products to treat eye problems.
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Maintain strict hygiene when handling contact lenses. Always wash your hands before inserting or removing lenses, and follow your eye doctor's instructions for proper cleaning and storage.
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Cotton buds: Many people use cotton buds to clean eye make-up. If not careful, you can poke your eyes with the bud, damaging your eyes. Always wash your eyes with water and use a soft tissue paper to pat dry the area around the eyes.
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Fingers: How many times have you seen people rubbing their eyes with fingers or picking sleep-dust from the edges of the eyes? Using unclean fingers or fingernails to clear dirt or dust can cause itching and redness and hence, stop doing it.
