If you hang out on TikTok regularly, you must have already seen people’s videos applying a little Vaseline to the corner of your eyes (or even inside) using a cotton ball. This method would be ideal to prevent your eyes from watering when it’s cold and therefore prevent your makeup from running. And if this suggestion seems particularly dangerous and problematic, it is nevertheless experiencing an increase in popularity on TikTok, in particular thanks to the hashtag #wateryeyehack or #vaselinehack which have accumulated millions of views on the Chinese social network in recent weeks.
To prevent the spread of this trend, more and more doctors are denouncing this practice.
What are the risks of applying petroleum jelly to the eye area?
The problem with petroleum jelly is that it contains no natural ingredients. Derived from petrochemicals, it uses only mineral oils known to be occlusive. The application of this product on the mucous membranes could therefore create the appearance of milium grains (small pimples located on the lower eyelids of a benign nature).
But Dr. Alexa Hecht, a Canadian optometrist, also warned her followers via a video posted on TikTok that milia is not the only risk people who use Vaseline are exposed to. She explains: “I would be cautious about using Vaseline under your eyes and in the corners of your eyes, especially if you are prone to styes. “.
As a reminder, the pigsty is an eye infection that can occur at the base of the eyelashes or under the eyelid. The latter can lead to redness, swelling and pain in the eyes. Symptoms that may resolve on their own or by taking antibiotics.
If in doubt, consult your doctor
The best thing to do if you feel like your eyes are watery regularly is to make an appointment with your doctor or eye doctor. Only they will be able to prescribe the necessary and appropriate treatment that will meet your needs without putting your eye health at risk. Meanwhile, if you feel that you tend to water when the light is too bright, you can of course wear a pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV rays.
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