If you haveblepharitis, your healthcare provider may recommend using an eyelid scrub.
This can help relieveblepharitis symptomslike dry, itchy eyelids quickly.
Blepharitis can develop when there are excessive bacteria on the eyelids and at the base of the eyelashes.
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Blepharitis can also develop if the oil glands in the eyelids become clogged and lead to irritation or inflammation.
Types of Blepharitis
There are two main types of blepharitis.
Blepharitis gets better with treatment, but it usually does not completely go away.
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It is commonly a recurrent problem that can be managed with regular daily eyelid hygiene.
Over-the-Counter Eyelid Scrubs
Over-the-counter eyelid scrubs contain ingredients that treat the root causes of blepharitis.
They may come in the form of eyelid cleansers and eyelid wipes.
it’s possible for you to find over-the-counter eyelid scrubs in pharmacies or order from many online retailers.
That said, researchers have identified the active ingredient in tea tree oil responsible for easing blepharitis.
This ingredient (4-Terpineol) is now available through a line of eyelid cleansers known asCliradex.
Other At-Home Treatments
People with blepharitis need to practice good eyelid hygiene.
Regular use of warm compresses and gentle eyelid massages may further relieve blepharitis symptoms.
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