Laboratoires théa blepha eyebag \ \ heated eye mask \ \ blepha eyebag® is a multi-purpose heated mask. \ \ easy to use – microwave safe. \ \ blepha eyebag® treats meibomian gland dysfunction and blepharitis. \ ensures comfort and relieves the symptoms of dry eyes caused by meibomian gland dysfunction (this dysfunction is the main cause of dry eyes) and other related eye conditions such as: \ \ \ stye (barley) \ chalazion \ \ \ blepha eyebag® can also relieve the discomfort caused by contact lenses in patients suffering from dry eyes. \ \ For ophthalmic use only. \ \ blepha eyebag® is a handmade multi-purpose mask made of natural silk and cotton, filled with untreated flax (linseed). It does not contain any other additives or plastic. \ \ blepha eyebag® is also environmentally friendly, as its packaging and leaflet are biodegradable and recyclable. \ \ At the edges of the upper and lower eyelids, there are some small glands called meibomian glands which secrete an oily substance that is essential for lubricating and cleaning the surface of the eye, and allow the tear film to be distributed effectively. \ \ When these glands do not function normally, the oily substance turns into thick fat that clogs the glands. This means that the surface of the eye is not lubricated well. \ ophthalmologists recommend the use of heat on the eye as the first step in the eyelid cleansing routine in cases of meibomian gland dysfunction, blepharitis and related conditions such as dry eye, chalazion and stye. \ \ with its warming action, blepha eyebag® contributes to the restoration of the normal function and health of the eye by helping to release blocked lipids and allowing them to be distributed over the entire surface of the eye. In this way, tear evaporation is reduced and the eyes remain hydrated. \ \ blepha eyebag® acts quickly and offers long-lasting relief from symptoms such as the sensation of dry eyes, eye discomfort, tired or irritated eyes, eye redness, the sensation of sand, the sensation of a foreign body and stinging. also relieves swollen and irritated eyelids. \ \ use \ \ for the first 2 weeks, use the blepha eyebag® twice a day, morning and evening, for 5 to 10 minutes each time. \ \ after the first 2 weeks, apply 3 to 4 times a week, however, you can adjust the frequency of use depending on the severity of your symptoms. \ \ before first use: \ \ \ place the blepha eyebag in a microwave oven as described above. \ heat the blepha eyebag for 1 minute at full power in a functioning microwave oven and allow it to cool completely. \ \ \ for subsequent uses: \ \ place the blepha eyebag in a microwave oven as described above and heat according to the table below. \ \ heating power/time \ \ up to 750w: 40 seconds \ greater than 750w: 30 seconds \ \ caution: if your microwave has a power greater than 1000w, you may need to reduce the time. \ \ \ heat only when the product is at room temperature. \ further heating the blepha eyebag, when it is already hot, can be dangerous and lead to overheating. \ allow the blepha eyebag to cool completely before heating it again. \ make sure you set the timer for 30 seconds and not 30 minutes! \ do not leave the microwave while it is heating. \ do not use the metal baking plate provided with some microwave oven models, as it may burn the blepha eyebag. \ \ \ \ \ \ \ shake the blepha eyebag to evenly distribute the flaxseeds inside the mask and help the heat to distribute. \ \ \ \ \ \ \ before placing the blepha eyebag on your closed eyelids, check that it is pleasantly warm but not too hot. carefully check the temperature on the gray (silk) side by touching the blepha eyebag with your wrist. if it is very warm, wait a few minutes and check the temperature again before applying it to your eyes. \ \ \ \ \ \ \ when you feel that the mask is pleasantly warm, lie back and apply the mask to closed eyes. use either side, depending on your preference. the black side will be cooler, and you may want to turn the mask to the silk side during the 10-minute session. relax by applying the blepha eyebag for 5 to 10 ...