
A blocked oil gland usually causes a stye, which is a red, painful lump that grows under the eyelid or at the base of the eyelid.

Holding a warm tea bag over closed eyes for at least 1 minute may loosen the flakes that are stuck to the eyelashes and prevent oil glands from clogging. Blepharitis refers to inflammation of the eyelids due to bacteria, scalp dandruff, or problems with oil glands in the eyelids. The benefits of using tea bags as a warm compress include: If the eye sustains a hit by a ball, elbow, or other hard object, placing a cold tea bag compress on the area for 15 minutes may reduce pain and swelling. Placing cold tea bag compresses over the eyes may help ease this irritation. Red or bloodshot eyes occur when the blood vessels under the surface of the eye become irritated. A cold tea bag compress may help alleviate some of the dryness and inflammation. Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, occurs when the mucous membranes become inflamed and swollen. A cool tea bag compress may improve the appearance of puffiness or mild swelling under the eyes. Holding a cold tea bag over the area may make the vessels constrict. Dilated blood vessels below the eyes may play a part in dark circles. The benefits of using tea bags as a cold compress include: Researchers have also examined the health benefits of properties present in tea, such as caffeine and polyphenols. Some evidence has suggested that using cold and warm compresses on the eyes has benefits, and tea bags are the perfect size to use as an eye compress. Very few studies have specifically investigated the benefits of using tea bags on the eyes.

Do not use for more than 20 minutes in a 2 hour period.Remove from the freezer and apply over your eyes for 15 to 20 minutes.

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The eye compress is soft and flexible and may be applied directly to the skin without a cover. Hand wash your compress as needed and store it for repeated use.
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Use from the freezer to reduce inflammation and swelling.Relieves eye irritation caused by allergies.Safely delivers timed- release cold treatments.Features patented non-gel cold therapy technology.
