“Anything you put on your eyelid can be absorbed into the eye itself and could can cause problems,” says Dr. Janet Prystowsky, who’s a board certified dermatologist in New York, NY, with 30+ years’ experience.
“You do not want to use do-it-yourself remedies. For allergies, discovering and avoiding your allergen is the best solution.
“In addition, medication is available to manage allergy symptoms. Over the counter oral allergy medication exists. There are many options to choose from, and some work better for certain people than others.
“Your dermatologist or ophthalmologist may prescribe a topical and/or systemic medication. Topical steroids are used to manage inflammation (redness), whereas antibiotics are used to control infection.
“Discuss with your doctor an appropriate treatment plan, as some of these treatments can have serious side effects if used too long or improperly.
“It is best not to rub or scrub to remove your scaly skin. This will only irritate and worsen your condition.”
