COSMETICS AND THE EYE

                                                                                                                                                                                     
'Do I quit cosmetic use to keep my eyes healthy?'

 

You do not have to. Here’s how you can make sure your eyes are pretty and healthy — these cosmetic safety tips will minimize your eyes' exposure to bacteria:

 

Don't hold onto old makeup — throw it away after a few months.

 

Don't use mascara that's dried out — and never attempt to moisten it with your saliva or water. It’s best to replace mascara every two to three months, or sooner if it is dried.

Keep a permanent marker in your make-up kit, and mark the date you open a new tube of mascara, so you won’t use it past its shelf-life.
 

Keep eye cosmetics cool — always at 30°C or below (that means don't keep them in your car or in a steamy bathroom).

Don't mix and match cosmetics. Use what's intended for your eyes on your eyes only — don't use the same pencil for both lips and eyes, as that can introduce bacteria.

Avoid kohl eyeliners — they may contain dangerous levels of lead. And avoid permanent coloring and dyes for eyelashes, as they can cause irreversible eye damage if not used correctly.

Never share your cosmetics with a friend. Her bacteria will contaminate your eye cosmetics, and vice versa.

Tips for Applying Eye Cosmetics Safely

It's also important to apply your eye makeup safely to help prevent injury. Getting anything that close to your eye can potentially cause damage — so when you're painstakingly drawing that perfect line, take care not to get the cosmetics in your eye.

Never put your eye cosmetics on while you're driving or riding in a car. Your mascara wand can all too easily scratch your cornea — not to mention the risks of inattentive driving. You may also want to avoid applying eye makeup on buses – sudden stops can also increase the risk that you'll scratch your eye.

Skip eye cosmetics when you've got an irritated or infected eye — and if you think that a particular cosmetic is irritating your eyes, stop using it right away.
 

Keep eye cosmetics outside of your eye — don't use eyeliner on the inner eyelids, where makeup can get inside your eye.

Always wash your hands before you dig into your makeup bag and start applying eye cosmetics.

Avoid eye cosmetics that are iridescent, glittery, or shiny, as they may contain ingredients that could scratch or irritate the eye. 

Finally, Make sure that all eye cosmetic applicators are clean before you use them — it's a good idea to wash or replace all brushes and sponges frequently. 

 

Any questions bothering you about the eyes, eye health, optical correction, ocular protective devices etc., may be directed to metroeyesnigeria@gmail.com or info@metroeyesng.com