Eye Health Tips | How to Take Care of Your Eyes |Blink® UK

Our eyes are working overtime – from checking our phones first thing in the morning, to squeezing out one last chapter before bed, it all takes its toll. With increasing screen time, dry air, light exposure and the natural effects of aging, it’s no wonder our eyes can often feel dry, itchy and tired.

If you often ever feel the need to blink more regularly, rub your eyes, or reach for eye drops, you’re certainly not alone. The good news? A few simple habit changes can make all the difference to your general eye health and comfort – especially if your eyes are prone to feeling a bit dry.

What we’ll cover:

Why taking care of your eyes matters
Good eye health habits
Improving your eye environment
Nutrition and hydration for your eyes
Natural ways to support healthy eyes
When to use eye drops
When to speak to a pharmacist or eye specialist
Eye care FAQs

Why Taking Care of Your Eyes Matters

Our eyes are delicate, and the world we live in isn’t overly kind to them. Central heating, air-conditioned offices and public transport, high pollution, and endless screen time all contribute to our eyes losing moisture, especially as we get older.

The strain we place on our eyes is endless, so a daily care routine – much like those we have for our skin or teeth – is essential for protecting our eyes, keeping them healthy and comfortable.

Good Eye Health Habits

What can you be doing at home to help your eyes? Try these simple tips in your day-to-day to keep them feeling fresh.

FAQs

Every 20 minutes, look up for 20 seconds and focus on an object 20 feet away.

When we’re focused on something (especially screens), we blink less Build conscious blinking into your day to keep your eyes feeling moist. Try the Blink Tok challenge!

As part of your evening routine place a warm compress over closed eyes for 5-10 minutes to reduce discomfort and support good eye health.

When your eyes get dry and itchy, it can feel so tempting to rub them, but this isn’t great for your eyes. Instead, try the tips above or rinsing your eyes with a clean, cool cloth for relief.

Improving Your Eye Environment

Small tweaks to your surroundings, particularly if you work at a desk with a screen, can help keep your eyes moist through the day. Here are some things to try:

FAQs

in the winter, as we start to use heating more, our environment dries out, leading to more likely hood of dry eyes. Even compact humidifiers can dramatically reduce the dryness.

synthetic, harsh and blue light can worsen the strain on your eyes. The best light for eye health is warm toned.

looking down can add extra strain and fatigue our eyes. Set your screens up at eye level, including holding your phone higher when using it.

at your desk or in your car, blowing air from vents can trigger your eyes to become dried out and irritated. Keep vents pointed away from your face and, if possible, avoid positioning your desk under ceiling vents.

Nutrition And Hydration for Your Eyes

What you eat and drink can significantly impact your eyes and how they feel throughout the day.

FAQs

staying hydrated through the day is essential for keeping your eyes moist

foods like salmon, flaxseed and walnuts support tear production

spinach and kale contain antioxidants that support eye health long-term

When To Use Eye Drops

Even with a great daily eye care routine, the perfect environment and good nutrition, sometimes your eyes need a little boost. If your eyes feel gritty, dry or tired, regular use of a hydrating eye drop can bring fast and effective relief.

When To Speak to a Pharmacist, Doctor or Optometrist

Occasional eye dryness is common, however, we’d recommend seeking consultation if:

Your symptoms seem persistent
Symptoms are getting worse
You’re experiencing any issues with your vision
You’re suffering from light sensitivity.

A professional opinion will be able to pinpoint any underlying cause and recommend a suitable course of action.

The Final View

Looking after your eyes in your day-to-day is often overlooked. A few small, consistent tweaks to your routine can go a long way to reducing any discomfort.

Whether you’re already using eye drops or just starting to notice changes in how your eyes feel, taking time to understand how to care for them will improve comfort and maintain eye health for years to come.