08/07/2026
Did you know your makeup removal routine can affect your eye health? Sleeping in your makeup creates the perfect environment for demodex mites to thrive. These microscopic mites naturally live on your skin and eyelashes but when they multiply, it can contribute to itchy eyes and eyelids, recurrent styes, eye redness, & matted lashes upon waking. Remove all makeup before you go to bed, paying close attention to the removal of eye makeup-mascara, eyelash glue, eyeliner. Dr. Bonham recommends tea tree facial wash that is gentle enough for the sensitive eye area, as well as lid scrubs which are found over the counter in the eye health aisle of your favorite store.