I'm going to talk today about a question that my patients ask me all of the time: "How can I wear my contact lenses during allergy season?" "They're itchy, they're red, they run water all over the place, I don't know what to do, I can't get my contacts in!" I've got three tips for you today on how to wear your contact lenses during allergy season.

Tip #1) Take a Break

Tip number one: Take a break! You don't have to wear your contact lenses every day! I know you don't want to hear this, but maybe just during this season, save them for special occasions. Wear them occasionally. Wear them less time during the day, take them out when you get home, or only wear them when you're going out. Take a little break.

Tip #2) Wear a Daily-disposable Contact Lens

Number two, wear a daily-disposabl...

It's Springtime, and we've been talking a lot about how to take care of yourself during the spring. If you missed it, the last blog was all about Springtime allergies, how to avoid them, and a couple of tips on how to treat them.

Now that we know that we should just avoid Springtime allergies, we're going to dive into what to do about your eyes when you're suffering from allergies. I've got three tips for you today on how to treat your eyes when you're suffering from Springtime allergies and maybe even still have dry eyes to kind of compound the fact.

Tip #1) Artificial Tears and Cool Compresses

Use artificial tears and a cool compress. We've got right here, a cool compress. You're going to just have that ready in the freezer and then you can come home and lay that over the eyes. The hi...

This week, we have a guest blog by Kristen Steward to learn all about pollen allergies.  If you would like to read the blog in its original format, you can check it out here.

Otherwise, just keep reading...

Many people welcome spring with its warmer weather, longer days, and blossoming flowers and trees. For the more than 26 million Americans who suffer from allergic rhinitis including pollen allergies, however, this season can be full of misery.¹

WHAT IS POLLEN?

Pollen is a very fine powdery substance that’s usually yellow in color. It’s generated in a structure on the end of the stamen (the male reproductive part of the flower) known as the anther and its purpose is to fertilize other plants in the same species. In order for pollination to occur, pollen grains must be transferred fro...

A question a lot of people have been asking me online, and in the office, is, "How can I wear eye makeup when my eyes are dry?" It's a really important question, because you don't want to make your dry eyes worse by surrounding your eyes with powders and ingredients that could irritate or cause damage to your eyes. 

Many of my patients experience red, irritated eyes from improper use of makeup.  They complain that their makeup just seems to run down their face by the end of the day.  There are a couple of easy to implement tips to know to make makeup wear possible for your sensitive eyes.  I've got FIVE tips to show you how. Llet's get started.

#1) Take a Break

I hate to start with this one, but if your eyes are truly inflamed and irritated, you may have to start with taking a break fro...

Demodex mites.  This is a tricky topic to bring up with my patients.  The truth of the matter is that with age, we all have some Demodex mites living on our eyelashes.  For some reason (science still isn't sure why) these mites are normal to have on our lashes.

Yet, this topic always gives my patients the heebie-geebies.  I want to reassure you all that having them on your lids doesn't mean you are an unclean person.

And, going overboard trying to rid them from your eyes can cause more problems than just the irritation of having them.  So, slow down.  Don't freak out.  Let's discuss these Demodex mites....

What are Demodex Mites?

Demodex is a small mite that buries itself into the follicles of the eyelashes and eyebrows.  This mite is in the same family as the mite that causes man...

WooHoo!  We made it to 100 Blogs!  I am so grateful that you are here with me.  We couldn't have done it without you, the readers.  Join me as we review the best posts of the past 100.  Let's dive in...

Most Referenced Blog: 4-Step Dry Eye Relief Plan

There is a 4-step treatment process that I recommended my patients to do at home for the maintenance of healthy eyes and eyelids.  Utilizing these 4 steps is a daily regimen to give your body the support it needs to function properly.  Taking these steps daily will help you to restore and maintain healthy, comfortable eyes and clear vision.

Hydrate, Harmonize, Heat, and Heal: Performing all 4 steps on a daily basis will go a long way in healing your eyes and helping them to stay healthy, happy, and hydrated.  Check out the full post here...

One of the most common complaints I get from my patients that I either see in the office or online in a telehealth visit is, "Why are my eyes so tired?"  And then, the patient usually elaborates with something like this, "I don't know what they're doing, they're just tired. I wake up, and they're tired. I drink my coffee, and they're tired. Why am I so tired all the time?"  Today, I will review three reasons why your eyes are tired.

#1) Your Eyes are Dry

Most Americans are using digital devices constantly.  Whether it's computers, phones, tablets, or even watches.  You are using these electronics for up to eight hours a day. Sometimes you may even use two at a time. You're on the computer and you're on your cellphone all at the same time.  You can't escape these digital devices. The de...

Clean makeup is defined as beauty products that are made without ingredients that will harm human health. I'm sure that over the last couple of weeks, discussing clean makeup has made you curious about it. Because I know you want to have those whiter, brighter-looking eyes.

You're tired of hiding your eyes because they're so red all the time. Plus, you'll do just about anything to diminish wrinkles around your eyes. Now that you're ready to make the switch to using clean makeup, don't fall for these bad habits. 

Even when you're using clean makeup, practicing poor hygiene and poor beauty application techniques can still cause harm to your eyes. There are a few rules to follow that will ensure your eyes remain healthy and wrinkle-free. When using your new clean makeup products. 

#1) No ...

In the last blog, I covered why CLEAN makeup is so important for your eyes and body.  Check out the blog here, if you missed it.   You probably realized the importance of wearing clean makeup.  And, you know that by switching to CLEAN makeup you can prevent both eye irritation and wrinkles!!! 

Now that you're fired up about the importance of using Clean Makeup, let's review the three best clean makeup products for sensitive eyes.  If you feel like your makeup makes your eyes red and irritated, then switching out a few products will be well worth your time. 

I certainly understand how you feel.  Just a few years ago, I was in your shoes too. I was embarrassed that my eye makeup would run down my face by the end of the workday.  I thought, "Who would listen to me as an expert in eye care w...