Eyeliner can be
applied to create a new look, or enhance natural eye appearance. But our eye
doctors want to share some tips and alert eyeliner wearer to watch when and
where eyeliner is applied. Three tips for safe application:
When to Apply-If you’re
running late to work, school or an appointment, you may be tempted to grab your
makeup and apply it in the car. But don’t use eyeliner when the car is
moving, you could injure or poke your eye. A better idea is to wait until you
are safely parked.
Keep It Clean-Eyeliner pencils
periodically need sharpening for easy application. Use a makeup sharpener, not
a kitchen or pocket knife, or a sharpener used for pencils or crayons. Prevent
spreading germs to your eyes by washing your hands before using eyeliner, and
don’t borrow or share eyeliner products with others. This includes liquid and
cream eyeliners as well.
Watch the
Location-Applying eyeliner along the inside edge of the eyelid, called the
waterline, can enhance the look of your eyes. But it also may increase the risk
for contamination and vision problems. Studies show that flecks from eyeliner,
especially those with glitter, may drop into the eye and collect in tear film.
Vision may become blurry, and eyes may become red and irritated. A bacterial
infection also may develop. This is a problem, especially for those who wear
contacts or have dry, sensitive eyes.
If you or someone you know has a question about
how to use eyeliner safely and protect eye health please call The Eye Care & Surgery
Center at 908-789-8999, visit The
Eye Care & Surgery Center, Google+ or
facebook.com/eyecareandsurgerycenter to schedule an appointment. The Eye
Care & Surgery Center is located at 592 Springfield Avenue,
Westfield, New Jersey 07090, 10 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, New Jersey 07059
and 517 Route One South, Suite 1100, Iselin, New Jersey 08830, and is conveniently located for patients from throughout
central and northern New Jersey.
