Our aging process becomes evident when the delicate skin under our eyes often becomes one of the first areas to show signs of wrinkles. These fine lines, although thin, can make a huge difference in the way see ourselves. They are a natural part of the aging process and occur as the skin loses its ability to renew itself.  As…

How often do we experience red, itchy and watery eyes and end up diagnosing it as pink eye or conjunctivitis? Almost all the time right? Be careful because it could always be something serious. In fact, many other eye conditions can mimic the symptoms of conjunctivitis, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments.  To save you from the adverse effects of…

Annually, approximately 6 million people globally are affected by conjunctivitis, which is  commonly known as eye flu.  This widespread eye condition impacts individuals of all ages and it is the result of the inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin and transparent membrane that covers the white part of the eye and inside surface of the eyelids.  Eye flu can be…

It goes without saying that the monsoon season offers a refreshing break from the heat, with cool breezes and soothing rain showers. However, as calming and serene rainy seasons are, they also come bearing dangers for our eyes. How? Rainwater often mixed with pollutants, dust, and bacteria, can lead to a variety of eye problems, including bacterial and fungal conjunctivitis,…