26 Jun , 13:27
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Australian ophthalmologist raises alarm: waterproof cosmetics can destroy your eye health. According to the Daily Mail, regular use of such products threatens the development of dry eye syndrome – a painful condition accompanied by burning, tingling, redness, and significant deterioration of vision.
Dr. Jacqueline Beltz strongly discourages her patients from using waterproof mascara. The expert emphasizes that the components that ensure makeup durability are the main culprits of eye health problems.
"These ingredients have powerful drying properties which, although they make cosmetics long-lasting, simultaneously dry out the tear film," explained the ophthalmologist.
The tear film is a thin layer of fluid covering the eye's surface, which not only maintains the necessary level of moisture but also protects sensitive tissues from negative external influences.
According to Beltz, waterproof cosmetics pose a particular danger to people with sensitive eyes.
"The second reason to avoid waterproof cosmetics is the difficulty of removal. To wash off such makeup, stronger products and increased rubbing are needed, which can irritate the eyes," added the ophthalmologist.
Canadian optometrist Julian Proscia joined the Australian specialist's opinion, also urging people to avoid cosmetic products with increased durability.
"While cosmetics in general can cause dryness and eye irritation, waterproof makeup is the worst option. It is more likely to provoke meibomian gland dysfunction," noted the doctor.
Meibomian gland dysfunction is a common condition in which the production of tear components is disrupted. This leads to rapid evaporation of moisture from the eye's surface and worsening of dryness symptoms.