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Can Makeup Be Bad for Our Eyes?

Keep Some Distance Between Makeup and Eye.
Substances that come as close to the eyeball as makeup alway carry a certain level of risk, even when they’re totally free of harmful compounds. That’s why we’re more wary of false eyelashes, eyelash extensions, eyeliner for the waterline, and color contacts than we are of eyeshadow and normal eyeliner. Bacteria can build up on these cosmetics and get into the eyes.

How to Look Great and Stay Safe?
Again, we’re not here to tell you to immediately throw all of your eye makeup in the trash. We just want you to know the risks and have the strategies and tools to keep your eyes as safe as possible. Here are a few great tips to follow:

*Check the expiration dates on your eye makeup, and replace it when it expires. Older makeup is more likely to cause irritation and infection.
*Use clean brushes to apply makeup.
*Avoid the waterline. Even if it looks amazing and you’ve mastered the art of avoiding poking your eye when applying it, that’s an uncomfortable amount of foreign material to have right next to the tear film.
*NEVER share makeup applicators. No matter how much you love your friends, you don’t want to be sharing their germs through makeup. That’s a great way to spread infections.
*Only buy color contacts from trusted vendors who require prescriptions. Even if you don’t need contacts to correct your vision, you do need them to fit!

You can always book a Consultation with an ophthalmologist in Swampscott MA! Just call the Advanced Vision Center at (339) 440-5105 or contact us online!

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You can always book a Consultation with an ophthalmologist in Swampscott MA! Just call the Advanced Vision Center at (339) 440-5105 or contact us online!

FAQ: Can I use eye drops when my eyes feel dry?

Not all eye drops are suitable for contact lenses! We recommend plain rewetting drops/ eye drops specified for contact lens wearers only.

You can always book a Consultation with an ophthalmologist in Swampscott MA! Just call the Advanced Vision Center at (339) 440-5105 or contact us online!

Need a New Glasses?

Lenses and frames are a very necessary and personal choice. A wide variety of options are available that can be tailored to suit not only your medical needs but also your fashion preferences. Advanced Vision Center in Swampscott makes the choice easy. We offer you a wide variety of lenses and frames, including luxury options!

Advanced Vision Center in Swampscott, Massachusetts has the experience to guide you toward eyewear selections that are comfortable and that work to complement your face. You can always book a Consultation with an ophthalmologist in Swampscott MA! Just call the Advanced Vision Center at (339) 440-5105 or contact us online!