Blepharitis Archives · Cliradex®

Anterior blepharitis: management, treatment and prevention

Published on February 15, 2019by The Cliradex Team

Posterior blepharitis: management, treatment and prevention

Are your eyelids red, swollen, or sore? Do your eyes feel itchy, tired, dry, or otherwise irritated? Like millions of other Americans, you may be experiencing blepharitis- inflammation of the eyelid.1 This inflammation can lead to issues in your eye itself, such as dry eye…

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Posterior Blepharitis: Management, Treatment, and Prevention

Published on January 16, 2019by The Cliradex Team

Your eyelids are swelling and your eyes themselves feel dry and irritated. What is going on?! Like millions of other Americans, you may be experiencing blepharitis – swelling of the eyelids. Though they feel similar, there are actually two different types of blepharitis – posterior…

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The Natural Way to Treat Demodex Blepharitis

Published on December 24, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Blepharitis is irritating. Literally irritating. It can be caused by a deluge of tiny arachnids (demodex mites) that live on human faces, nesting inside of hair follicles and feeding on people’s sebaceous oils. That may sound terrifying and in some cases it is, but to…

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Do Mites Live in My Mascara Bottle?

Published on November 21, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Eyelash mites are almost certainly living off of skin cells and sebum of your face. These tiny eight-legged arachnids are found all over the world in every human population. There are two different human-specific species of these mites, demodex folliculorum, and demodex brevis, both of…

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Facts About Mink Eyelashes

Published on November 12, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Mink eyelashes require specific eye care and eye hygiene, but they are a gorgeous beauty product that can make your eyes appear incredible. They are not without risk, but if applied, used, cleaned, removed and cared for correctly, most issues can be avoided. Mink is…

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How to Treat Demodex in Humans

Published on October 31, 2018by The Cliradex Team

The demodex mite is a tiny arachnid (8 legged) parasite that infects human skin and causes issues that are related to dermatitis, rosacea and blepharitis (as well as other skin diseases). At least some mites live on every person. These microscopic creatures live on almost…

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The 10 Most Common Eye Diseases

Published on September 13, 2018by The Cliradex Team

It is rare for anyone to go through their entire life and never suffer from an eye disease or disorder. The chances of having one, or more, increases with age. However, even the very young and otherwise healthy are subject to facing potentially vision damaging…

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Eyelash Mites: Almost Everyone Has Them, but No One’s Talking About Them

Published on September 4, 2018by The Cliradex Team

That’s right. There are tiny creatures residing on your eyelashes. They crawl around, having tea, forming unions, and going about their. . . .well. . . .business, right on your eyelids. More specifically your eyelashes. STOP! Put down the tweezers and alcohol. There’s no need…

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Countering the Uncomfortable Irritation of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Published on August 21, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Seborrheic Dermatitis (SD) is a common condition that affects many people. Typically the skin of the scalp becomes inflamed and flaky, though it can occur in other oily areas of the skin, as well, including the eyelids. Itchy, irritated eyes are no fun! SD is…

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Itchy Eyes: Causes and Remedies

Published on July 6, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Itching eyes can be extremely aggravating. Many know this first hand from having dealt with seasonal allergies and the accompanying itching, watering, and red eyes, for years. Unfortunately, the irritation may not be your biggest problem. Itching can be a sign that a bigger problem…

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Ingredients in Cosmetics That Are Harmful to Your Eyes

Published on July 5, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Eye cosmetics in the United States are required to carry a list of ingredients that comply with regulations established by the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act. Fortunately, many of the ingredients found in them can be used without irritating your eyes. Some ingredients, however, have…

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Why You Should Switch out Your Mascara Regularly

Published on June 4, 2018by The Cliradex Team

Many people who wear mascara have been told that they should replace this product every three months, but are not aware that cosmetics companies do not just generate this advice to sell more product. Using a single tube of mascara for longer than three months…

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All about Your Eyes’ Microbiome and How to Care for It

Published on January 25, 2018by The Cliradex Team

At first, the idea of millions of tiny living organisms setting up shop on the surfaces of your eyes and eyelids might sound a little creepy. But the truth is that without these microorganisms, our eye health would plummet. In fact, there are tons of…

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5 Habits to Break When Wearing Contact Lenses for Better Eye Health

Published on January 9, 2018by The Cliradex Team

According to the CDC, more than 30 million Americans wear contact lenses, and this number is expected to continue to grow [1]. Contacts can be a beneficial and convenient alternative to traditional eyeglasses. But many contact lens wearers tend to develop a few notable bad…

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When to Use Eye Cleansing Wipes

Published on December 6, 2017by The Cliradex Team

Using the right eyelid cleansing wipes can make all the difference when trying to manage dry, red, itchy or otherwise irritated eyes. There are lots of things that can cause these symptoms, but maintaining good eyelid hygiene is one of the best ways to help…

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4 Tips to Tame Your Blepharitis

Published on December 5, 2017by The Cliradex Team

Many people who routinely struggle to manage dry, red, itchy and uncomfortable eyes assume that eye allergies are to blame. While allergies can certainly contribute to eye discomfort, these same symptoms can also be a sign of a common inflammatory condition known as blepharitis. Blepharitis…

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Is Crust on Your Eyelids a Warning Sign?

Published on December 4, 2017by The Cliradex Team

Do you regularly wake up with uncomfortable or even painfully crusty eyelids and red, inflamed eyes? If so, this could be a warning sign of an underlying eye condition that may require special eye care and cleansing habits to help alleviate your symptoms and get…

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Why Clean Eyes Are Just as Important as Clean Teeth

Published on November 30, 2017by The Cliradex Team

Cleaning our teeth is a normal part of our morning and evening routines, and this habit is widely recognized as an important part of our overall health. So why can’t the same be said for our eye hygiene? If you’ve ever woken up feeling like…

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What Questions Should You Ask Your Doctor About Eye Irritation?

Published on June 5, 2017by The Cliradex Team

If you have been suffering from repeated breakouts of ocular irritation or dry eye symptoms, you should make an appointment to visit a local eye care physician. While you may be tempted to go to the pharmacy for eye drops to add moisture to your…

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Common Therapies for Blepharitis and Other Eyelid Irritation

Published on May 15, 2017by The Cliradex Team

Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelid margin. The two most common causes are bacteria and debris. People who suffer from blepharitis may experience eyelid irritation, itchiness and swelling, which can be very frustrating. Once diagnosed with blepharitis, the primary source of ocular irritation, it is…

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