Herbal eye mask therapy
Herbal Eye Mask involves mixing cooling herbs with clean water and applying the mixture to the eyelids and various parts of the body to reduce inflammation and heat. Popular herbs used for relief include Andrographis powder, wormwood (Ba-ra-ped) and Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola), which are cooling, bitter herbs. These are mixed with water to form a thick paste, not too runny. The prepared mixture is then applied to gauze or cotton pads and placed over the eyelids while keeping the eyes closed for 15-20 minutes. The cooling properties of the herbs help absorb heat and draw out retained warmth around the eyes, providing relief. This treatment
alleviates symptoms such as eye strain, eye pain, or Asthenopia (a condition where the eyes become fatigued after prolonged use or extended periods of visual strain). The therapy enhances eye function and comfort. Additionally, before or after the paste, acupressure may be applied to the eyebrow area, along the hairline, the forehead, and the temples to stimulate circulation, relax muscles, and create a sense of relief and openness.
Benefits of Herbal Eye Mask Therapy:
- Helps reduce heat around the eyes.
- Helps treat conditions like eye spots, blurred vision, and dim eyesight.
- Helps reduce high eye pressure and relieve eye socket pain in people who stare at their phones or computers for long periods.
- Helps alleviate symptoms of eye irritation, dry eyes, and eye stinging.
- Helps relieve symptoms in the elderly and those suffering from migraines.
Suitable for treating a variety of conditions, including:
- People with Eye Strain or Fatigue : If you spend long hours in front of a computer, phone, or other digital devices, you may experience eye strain (also known as digital eye strain). Herbal eye masks can help relax the eye muscles, relieve tension, and reduce fatigue.
- Those Suffering from Dry Eyes : Herbal eye masks, especially those containing ingredients like chamomile or lavender, can help relieve dryness by providing moisture and soothing irritation, making them suitable for people who have dry eyes, often due to prolonged screen use or environmental factors.
- People with Red, Irritated Eyes : If your eyes feel irritated, itchy, or inflamed, herbal eye masks with calming herbs such as aloe vera, cucumber, or rosewater can provide soothing relief by reducing inflammation and calming the skin around the eyes.
- Those with Headaches or Migraines : People who suffer from migraines or tension headaches may find relief from herbal eye masks, especially those with cooling herbs like mint or lavender, which can help relieve tension and reduce headache pain by relaxing the area around the eyes and temples.
