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SKIN HEALTH PLAYS A CRUCIAL ROLE IN EYE HEALTH

EYELIDS / EYELASHES

THE FUTURE OF EYE HEALTH 

The eyelids

The thinnest skin of the body contains the meibomian glands which contribute in the permanent and stable hydration of the ocular surface

Inflammation of the eyelids

known as blepharitis, often leads to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (Meibomianitis), Dry Eyes, Stye, Madarosis, tearing and chronic red, swollen and irritated eyes

The eyelids, eyelashes

play an important role in diseases of the ocular surface. Their health plays an essential role in the quality of vision and quality of life

Deseases

Demodex mites and bacteria are the most common pathological causes for the widespread prevalence of the ocular surface diseases including:

  • Blepharitis
  • Dry Eyes
  • Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)
  • Chalazion, stye
  • Blepharo-conjunctivitis
  • Trichiasis (problematic eyelashes)
  • Madarosis (eyelid hair loss, alopecia)

Symptoms

Inflammation of the eyelids and eyelashes known as blepharitis is characterized by the following symptoms that negatively affect the quality of life:
  • swollen - greasy eyelids
  • red, irritated eyelid borders
  • dandruff like flakes on the eyelids & eyelashes
  • intense eye secretions upon wake up
  • greasy secretions on the eyelashes
  • problematic-weak eyelashes
  • loss of eyelashes
  • dry eyes
  • red eyes
  • feeling of a foreign body or sand in the eyes
  • excessive lacrimation
  • burning
  • itchiness
  • sensitivity to light
  • blurred vision
  • contact lens intolerance that can lead to contact lens drop out

Αιτίες

Demodex mites and bacteria are the most common pathological causes for the widespread prevalence of the ocular surface diseases including:

  • Chronic undiagnosed inflammation of the eyelids
  • Insufficient eyelid & eyelashes hygiene
  • Uncontrolled bacterial growth (usually staphylococci)
  • Demodex mites
  • Dermatitis
  • Make up
  • Anti-glaucoma treatments
  • Contact lenses

Daily eyelids & eyelashes hygiene protocol

Step 1: 40C thermal decongestive eyelids treatment
Step 2 : cleansing of the eyelids & eyelashes with an ophthalmologically approved anti-inflammatory foam/wipes (preferably with tea tree oil)
Step 3 : massage the eyelids with a specialized antiDemodex & antibacterial Gel
Step 4 : spray the problematic-weak eyelashes and irritated eyelids during the day (especially women who often use makeup, fake eyelashes/eyelash extensions and contactl ens users)

TEA TREE OIL

Is an essential oil distilled from the leaves of the native Australian Melaleuca Alternifolia. The oil is comprised of 14 components of which some may be considered more active than others, but no component can be considered inactive. Tea tree oils antibacterial, acaricidal, anti-inflammatory, antiviral properties, make it the most preferred ingredient in ophthalmology and dermatology.

Tea Tree Oil has been used for 100 years as a treatment for skin conditions

–       Antibacterial: - Tea Tree Oil is both bacteriocidal and bacteriostatic and is indicated for use in eyelid & eyelash bacterial infections being effective against bacterial biofilms. It is effective against S.Aureous, one of the most common reasons of blepharitis. Tea Tree Oil has been used for 100 years as a skin treatment in Australia and around the world. Its broad-spectrum antimicrobial coverage is due to the oil's ability to damage bacterial cell walls.

–       Antiparasitic: Pathogenic parasites , are resistant to a wide range of antiseptic solutions. Tea Tree Oil is effective in eliminating Demodex Brevis and Demodex Folliculorum parasites colonization on the skin of the eyes and face , Control of the pathogenic Demodex population can be achieved with the daily use of tea tree oil with consequent reduction of the symptoms. 

–       Anti-inflammatory: - Tea Tree Oil Tea Tree Oil contributes to the reduction and control of inflammation due to its high content of 4-terpineol, an ingredient with excellent anti-inflammatory properties

–       Antifungal: - Tea Tree Oil has the ability to treat a wide range of fungi (including Malassezia which was in the past known as Pityrosporum) as mentioned in various scientific studies. .. 

–       Antiviral: - Tea Tree Oil possesses by its nature, antiviral activity (HSV, HPV). Its anti-viral activity has been mainly attributed in the cooperation of the 4-terpineol with its terpene hydrocarbons, monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes and their associated alcohols.

–       Anticancer: Among the above beneficial actions TeaTree Oilits anticancer action has been documented in a scientific study. (www.rirdc.gov.au) Tea Tree Oil and the 4-terpineol with its terpene hydrocarbons, monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes and their associated alcohols. (www.rirdc.gov.au) 

Geothermal water

Effective against Demodex because it is rich in sulfur.

Contributes in the treatment of acne, rosacea, Demodex dermatitis, eczema.

Strengthens the skin barrier.

Provides enhanced soothing and calming action

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