Month: June 2022

27 Jun
Demodex Blepharitis

Know more about Blepharitis, Causes and managing Eyelid Hygiene.

1. What is Cylindrical Dandruff?

Debris generated from the mites accumulates at the root of the lashes and is clinically observed as a gelatinous cylindrical ‘sleeve’ or cylindrical dandruff(CD) at the base of the eyelash, which are pathognomonic for mite infestation.

2. What are the symptoms of eyelash mites?

Blepharitis. This is eyelid inflammation that consists of crusty, swollen, reddened, burning, and itchy eyelids. Severe infestation of the mites can lead to eye and skin infection. Your doctor will probably ignore the presence of the mites unless there are definite symptoms that you are suffering from.

3. What is Demodex blepharitis?

Demodex Blepharitis can be divided anatomically into anterior and posterior blepharitis. The former refers to the infestation of eyelashes and follicles by D. folliculorum, clustering to the root of the lashes, whereas the latter involves infestation of the meibomian gland preferentially by D. brevis.

4. What causes eyelash mites?

Demodex mites are small, eight-legged bugs that live in the pores of our facial skin. They can cause a lot of pain and discomfort, such as itching, redness, burning. Demodex mites have been linked to some cases of blepharitis, or eyelid inflammation.

5. Can you see Demodex mites?

Demodex brevis is a kind of mite found on humans. D. brevis is so small that you can’t see the mites with a naked eye. In fact, the average mite is only 0.15 to 0.2 mm long. They only cause noticeable reactions and problems in people if the mites exist in large quantities.

6. How to get rid of eyelash mites?

Use Oculeaf Soft Eyelid Cleanser wash your Eyes & face. You must use it twice daily.

Use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes to clean your eyes 2 times a day for 2-3 months

7. How do you use Oculeaf Cleanser & Wipes for eyelash mites?

Twice a day in the morning and night, put some of the cleansers in your hand and rub your eyelids, eye contour area and face, then wash your face with clean water.

Oculeaf wipes are most effective in improving the Hygiene of Eyelids and Eyelashes, and convenient to use anywhere any place.

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15 Jun
Demodex Blepharitis, Dry Eyes

Do you suffer either of Dry Eyes, Blepharitis MGD, Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) and Demodex Infestation?

The skin around the eyes or the eye contour is the most sensitive part of the eye, as well as the body. Your ‘windows to the world’ are exposed directly to the external environment. You have to protect your eyes from the dust, pollution, exudation, oil, allergens, debris, bacteria & demodex with regular eye hygiene. Establishing a regular eyecare routine with Oculeaf eyelid Wipes will keep your eyes clean and prevent infections, such as Blepharitis, Dry Eye, MGD, CVS etc.

Why daily eye cleaning routine with Oculeaf is a must

  • Manage and prevent Blepharitis- Regular cleaning with Oculeaf prevents Blepharitis, which leads to dry eye syndrome. TTO (Tea tree Oil) has been scientifically proven to be the best natural care for Blepharitis. When there is an accumulation of dead or dry skin on your eyelid, it causes itching, red eyes and swollen lids. You also feel that there is something in your eyes even though there isn’t! Does this sound familiar – if so, you are suffering from Blepharitis which can be easily prevented by using eyelid wipes formulated with tea tree oil.
  • Helps to prevent and manage Demodex infestation- Unknown to you, dust mites known as Demodex mites reside on the eyelids and eyebrows, which causes infections. These pesky mites can be cleaned by Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, which are so gentle that you can use them every day.
  • Saves from dry eye and computer vision syndrome- Dry eyes and computer vision syndrome are two extremely common eye problems which are due to staring at computer screens all day. Similarly, conditions like Meibomitis, MGD, and a host of other eye diseases/infections can be easily prevented/managed by wiping the eyes with Oculeaf wipes.

Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes are better remedy to prevent and manage eye diseases/disorders

You have to be very gentle while cleaning your eyes, as the skin surrounding your eyes is the thinnest in the body. It is a contradiction because your eyes, though soft and sensitive, are also quite tough.

Features of Oculeaf eyelid wipes

  • Pre-moistened with tea tree oil –So why should you use Oculeaf eyelid wipes? Well, because it is formulated using Tea Tree Oil (TTO)as one of the main ingredients. According to a study by Hyun Koo, Tae Hyung Kim, Kyoung Woo Kim, Sung Wook Wee, Yeoun Sook Chun and Jae Chan Kim, cleaning the eyes with Tea Tree Oil based scrubs/wipes managed Demodex infestation and improved subjective ocular discomforts. In fact, there are many studies which have revealed that TTO is one of the best natural killers of bacteria and mites, from the eyes and face.
  • Free from Alcohol, Parabens, Fragrance & SLS – Oculeaf Eyelid wipes are free from all harmful chemicals, making it safest for daily use. It removes eye exudates, dust, mites and bacteria.
  • Contains natural moisturizer which hydrates and lubricates – The natural moisturizers and TTO are anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal which keeps eyes hydrated and lubricated and protects from infections.
  • Enables smooth removal of eye makeup and eyelash extension use- You can use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes to remove makeup easily as well as clean the eyes after removing eyelash extensions. Eye makeup if not removed completely can lead to eye infection. Eyelash extensions have latex/glue which if not removed completely may cause eyelashes to fall out.

How to use Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes

Step 1: Wash your hands and tightly close your eyes

Step 2: Gently clean your eyelids with a pre-moistened wipe from the center to the corner of your eyes. Repeat for the other eye contour too.

Step 3: Clean your face with Oculeaf wipes to remove and Demodex mites from cheeks.

Step 4: Do not rinse.

Use Oculeaf eyelid wipes twice a day for best results. Oculeaf is available in box containing 12 and 24 wipes’ pre-moistened wipes, which you can carry around easily. Get instant relief from your dry eyes or eye irritation by wiping your eyelids, eyebrows and face with Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes.

For more information, visit www.waypham.com, and in case of severe problem do visit your ophthalmologist.

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01 Jun
Eye Hygiene

In most cases Blepharitis is caused by Demodex and needs an aggressive management by doctors & patients

Role of Demodex in Ocular diseases

Demodex, better known as ‘eyelash mites’ inhabit hair follicles or the oil glands around the eyes. These mites cannot be seen with the naked eyes, even though you may peer hard at the mirror trying to find them. These microscopic mites belong to the arachnid family, that means they are a distant relation of the spider. They are quite common and most people have them. They cause many ocular diseases when they multiply, and their number gets out of control.

Where in your body do Demodex mites reside?

The two types of Demodex which affect humans are Demodex folliculorum, which live within hair follicles of eyelashes, and Demodex Brevis, which live in the sebaceous glands or oil glands in the skin surrounding the eyes. The Demodex, or ‘eyelash mites’ live in the hair follicles and oil glands, eat skin cells as well as the oil, and surface at night to look for mates.

Though the mites reside within your eyes, they don’t just stay confined to the eyes. Eyelash mites travel all over the face – forehead, base of the ears, cheeks, and the sides of the nose. The presence of mites on these areas can cause acne and rosacea flare-ups. So Demodex treatment has to cover the whole face and not just the infected eye area, to be fully cured of the infestation.

How do Demodex mites spread?

Person-person contact
These mites are transferred via skin contact or through person-person contact. The mites do not stay only on the eyes, but move all over the face. So when someone with Demodex hugs and kisses another person, the mites pass to the other person due to the contact with facial skin.

It is not spread through pets

It’s a common myth that you can catch the mites from your cat or dog. Demodex mites are species-specific and cannot transfer between different species. So you can hug and cuddle your pet as much as you want without the fear of catching the mites from them. On the other hand, if you have been diagnosed with the dreadful eyelash mites, you can’t pass it on to your pets either.

Who is most prone to Demodex infestation?

According to studies, elderly people are most prone to Demodex infestation. 25% of people in their twenties and 50% of people aged 50 also have the eyelash mites. With age, the chance of getting the mites increases, as over 80% of people aged 60 and above get this infestation. Usually, these mites do not cause any symptoms, so their presence goes undetected, and doctors believe the statistics are much below the actual numbers.

What are the ocular diseases caused by Demodex mites?

Demodex is the cause of many ocular diseases/conditions, such as

  • Conjunctivitis
  • Blepharitis
  • Chalazia
  • Keratitis
  • Recurrent trichiasis
  • Dry eye disease
  • Madarosis (a condition in which eyelashes fall out)
  • Rosacea

The scratching of the eyelids by the mites’ claws, consumption of skin cells, and the eyes’ reaction to the exoskeleton proteins can lead to an inflammatory response by the immune system. This causes the following symptoms:

  • Swelling of the eyes
  • Redness, soreness, itching and warmth in the eyelid

Daily eye hygiene using eyelash wipes like Oculeaf wipes can control or prevent Demodex infestation. If you have any of the symptoms above, you should check with an eye doctor to see whether you have an ‘eyelash mite’ infestation. If untreated, Demodex infestation can cause serious diseases which can lead to permanent eye damage.

Treatment of Demodex mites

Demodex or eyelash mites burrow into the eye hair follicles and glands, within which they eat and sleep. They lay their eggs within the eyes’ burrows, and the lifespan of these mites (eggs to the adult stage) is approximately a month. According to studies, tea tree oil is the best treatment for Demodex mites.

Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, which are formulated with 7% Tea Tree Oil along with some other natural moisturizers, lubricating agent and skin conditioners, are now available in India. They not only improve the hygiene of eyes but also help in strengthening the health of the skin around eyes and improve overall comfort.

You are not required to rinse your eyes with water after using Ocular Eyelid Wipes as they provide NO-RINSE solutions for your eye care.

Tip: Before using Oculeaf Eyelid Wipes, wash your hands. Take out one pre-moistened wipe. Close your eye and wipe the upper eyelid from the eye corner near the nose to the other corner. Next, wipe the lower eyelid in a similar manner. Then, wipe the eyebrow. Repeat the same for the other eye. Use the wipe very gently while cleaning the eye contour area as the skin around eyes is very soft. DO NOT RINSE your eyes after using the eyelid wipe.

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