Four benefits of a warm eye compress

Four benefits of a warm gel eye compress

This article has been written and medically approved by Pharmacist Conor McSorley GPhC Reg No. 2223070

Relieve eye pain and relax your eyes

Warm gel masks provide the area around the eyes with moisture while simulataneously relaxing the muscles. This allows the body to restore itself by reducing pain and promoting healing

Alleviate dry eyes

Warm gel masks not only increase the moisture around the eyes but cause the eye to increase the natural production of tears. This helps relieve the feeling of grittiness by helping the eye to naturally rehydrate.

Unblock oil glands

Occasionally, glands in the eyelids which produce natural oils can become blocked. The heat from a warm gel mask stimulates these glands increasing the amount of oil produced and unblocks them, offering a natural treatment for blepharitis.

Reduce swelling

Stress, fatigue and lack of sleep all contribute to baggy eyes and dark circles under the eyes. Hot compresses add moisture to the eye area by relaxing muscles and releasing natural oil and tears, helping to reduce the appearance of swelling.