Showing posts with label eye infection. Show all posts
Showing posts with label eye infection. Show all posts

Tuesday, 1 September 2015

Be careful while applying make up

Eye make up is inherent part of any girl/women's dressing.While no one denies that it enhances the look,there are certain precautions which need to be taken while applying cosmetics as there is a risk of injury to cornea.Besides ,some times there is bacteria lurking around in the cosmetic containers,which passes on to the eyes.This leads to itchiness and water flow from the eyes and in a situation like this contact an eye specialist immediately.


Always before applying eye make up,follow the undermentioned precautions
Never use cosmetics which are more than six month old.
Check the edges of the container are clean and loosely fixed.
Store where ever stated the make up product in the refrigerator.
Don't share make up products since they are personal in nature
Be careful not to apply make up in the inner lashes of the eye brows.

If basic hygiene is followed one can prevent eye infections while applying make up.So look good but remember to follow some precautions. 

Tuesday, 4 August 2015

Don't ignore the redness in eyes, it might be Conjunctivitis


Conjunctivitis or pink eye is the inflammation of the thin tissue like structure that lies over the white part of the eye and membrane on the inner part of the eyelids. It is a viral or bacterial eye infection. It is one of the common eye infections that spreads with the monsoon. Treatment primarily consists of cleaning of the eye and preventing it from spreading.

Causes of Conjunctivitis:-
Main causes of pink eye Viruses and bacteria. Allergens like pollen, perfume, cosmetics, smoke, dust and eye drops also contribute to the common causes of Conjunctivitis.

Symptoms of Conjunctivitis:-
Its symptoms generally depends on the cause and differs accordingly. But some of the symptoms may include:-
Redness in the white of the eye or inner eyelid, increased amount of tears, thick yellow discharge that crusts over the eyelashes especially after sleep, green or white discharge from the eye, itchy eyes, burning eyes, blurred vision, increased sensitivity to light.

The treatment totally depends on the cause of the conjunctivitis. If you are undergoing any symptoms, don't wait and rush to the eye specialist.