Keep your eyes clean and fresh with Optase Tea Tree Oil Eye Lid Cleansing Gel – perfect for your daily dry eye regime. Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel is a gentle and preservative-free eyelid cleanser that is based on Tea Tree Oil. It helps in promoting healthy-looking eyelids and can be used as a part of the daily skincare routine to wash away impurities, oil, makeup, and scruff from the eyelashes, eyelids, and the skin around the eyes. It is also suitable for the symptomatic treatment of blepharitis.

Key features:

• Suitable for treating symptoms of blepharitis
• Gentle Tea Tree Oil based formula
• Promotes healthy looking eyelids
• Daily skincare routine essential
• Washes away impurities, oil and makeup
• Contains moisturising hyaluronic acid
• Soothing Pro-vitamin B5
• Preservative, paraben and alcohol free

What symptoms or conditions can be treated with this product?

Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel is a gentle Tea Tree Oil based eyelid cleanser that effectively removes impurities, oil, makeup, and scruff from eyelashes, eyelids, and the skin around the eye. It can be used daily as part of your skincare routine to promote healthy-looking eyelids. The cleansing gel contains hyaluronic acid for moisturizing and Pro-vitamin B5 for soothing, making it suitable for gentle eyelid care. It can also be used to treat symptoms associated with blepharitis.

What is the key ingredient and how does it work?

The key ingredient in Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel is Tea Tree Oil, which is a natural antiseptic and antimicrobial agent that effectively cleanses the eyelids and eyelashes to help promote healthy looking eyelids. Tea Tree Oil helps to wash away impurities, oil, makeup, and scruff from the eyelashes, eyelids, and skin around the eye, while the moisturizing ingredient hyaluronic acid and the soothing ingredient Pro-vitamin B5 provide gentle eyelid care. This cleansing gel is preservative, paraben, and alcohol-free, making it safe for daily eyelid hygiene.

What causes blepharitis?

Blepharitis is mainly caused by an overgrowth of bacteria on the eyelids, specifically at the base of the eyelashes. While it is normal to have some bacteria on the skin, an excessive amount can lead to complications such as blepharitis. In addition, the condition can also arise from the clogging or irritation of the oil glands in the eyelids.

What are some common symptoms of blepharitis?

Blepharitis is a condition that affects the eyelids and can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms. Some of the most common symptoms of blepharitis include sore eyelids, itchy eyes, a gritty feeling in the eyes, flakes or crusts around the roots of the eyelashes, and eyelids sticking together in the morning when you wake up. These symptoms can be persistent and may worsen over time if left untreated, so it is important to seek medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.

Can Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel be used on sensitive skin?

Yes, Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel is gentle and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It is free from preservatives, parabens, and alcohol, making it a safe and effective option for those with delicate skin around the eyes.

Is Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel suitable for contact lens wearers?

Yes, Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel is suitable for contact lens wearers. However, it is recommended to remove the contact lenses before using the cleansing gel and then reinsert them after the cleansing process is complete.

Can Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel be used to remove waterproof mascara?

Yes, Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel can be used to remove waterproof mascara. Apply a small amount of the gel to a cotton pad or clean finger, and then gently massage the eyelid and eyelash area to remove the mascara. Rinse with water or a moist cloth, and then gently pat dry with a clean towel.

Aqua (Water), PEG-40 Glyceryl Cocoate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Coceth Sulfate, PEG-90 Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyacrylate-33, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Xylitylglucoside, Pentylene Glycol, Anhydroxylitol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Xylitol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laureth-2, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hydroxide.

• Wash your hands, then place a small amount of gel on your clean fingertips.
• Close your eyes and gently clean and massage your eyelids and eyelashes with the gel.
• Gently rinse your eyelids and eyelashes with warm water, then towel dry the area.

How often should I use Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel?

Optase Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel can be used daily as a part of your regular skincare routine. However, it is recommended to consult with your eye care professional before using this product, especially if you have any eye conditions or are using any other eye products.

• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not apply directly into the eye
• Remove contact lenses before use
• Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this product
• For external use only
• Stop using if you experience any redness, irritation or any other adverse reaction and consult your Eye Care Specialist or speak to our pharmacist
• For children, consult an Eye Care Specialist before use
• Store at room temperature

This product does not commonly cause any side effects, but if you experience anything unusual or if your eye becomes irritated after using this gel, please rinse with fresh water and stop using the gel, until you speak to one of our pharmacists.