I Had No Idea Eyelash Mites Were a Thing...
If someone had told me that I had tiny mites living in my eyelashes, I would've laughed—until last year when I woke up with a chalazion. If you've never had one, it's a bump on the eyelid that can form from chronic blepharitis. It's not fun.
So, off to the eye doctor I went. After examining my eye, she explained that my issue might be linked to Demodex mites—yep, eyelash mites. Just hearing the word gave me the heebie-jeebies.
She told me that many people have them, and they can contribute to ongoing eye irritation, chalazions, and styes. In fact, Studies show that about 50% of people have them by age 20, and nearly 100% by age 60.
The Eye Doctor's Advice That Changed Everything
As part of the treatment, my doctor prescribed me some drops and also advised me to use tea tree wipes to clean my eyelid and eyelash area daily. I had never heard of such a thing, but I was desperate to get rid of that bump—and even more desperate to make sure it never came back.
So, I took her advice and bought a box of tea tree wipes. And let me tell you—they worked.
How I Used the Wipes (And Still Do!)
Each night, I carefully cleaned along my eyelash line with a wipe. She instructed me to apply the product directly under the bump and gently over the eyelid, but emphasized that the lash line was the most important area. I did this religiously for about a month.
Even after the chalazion cleared up, I kept using them. Why? Because I didn't want to go through that again. They became part of my nightly routine. It just made sense—keep your eyelash area clean and reduce the chance of mites or debris building up again.
When I Stopped Using Them… I Paid the Price
Earlier this year, I got lazy and stopped using the wipes. Not long after, a small sty popped up—right along my eyelid margin. It wasn't big, but it was annoying and uncomfortable. I immediately regretted ditching my routine. I went online and ordered my go-to tea tree wipes again.
My Go-To: NOVEHA Tea Tree Eyelid & Lash Wipes
I've tried a couple of brands, but NOVEHA is hands-down my favorite. They're:
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Individually wrapped, making them perfect for travel or bedside use.
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Loaded with soothing ingredients like green tea, chamomile, aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, and of course tea tree oil.
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Great for multiple uses—I even use them when I forget to remove makeup or just need a quick eye refresh.
They're gentle on my skin, don't sting, and leave my eyes feeling clean and moisturized. Yes, they're pricey, but worth every single penny.
What These Tea Tree Wipes Do
Let me quickly summarize what I love about the NOVEHA tea tree wipes, in plain language:
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Clean and refresh the lash line and eyelids
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Help reduce inflammation and irritation
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Remove dirt, oils, and debris that mites and bacteria love
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Help with conditions like blepharitis, Demodex mites, styes, and dry, itchy eyes
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Safe enough to use daily—even great at removing light makeup
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No preservatives, non-irritating, and recommended by eye doctors
The fact that they come individually wrapped means I can throw a few in my purse or keep them on my nightstand for those lazy nights.
Final Thought
Dealing with eyelid irritation, chalazions, or styes can be frustrating and uncomfortable. I had no idea that Demodex mites even existed until my doctor opened my eyes—literally—to what was really going on.
These wipes have made a big difference for me. I use them as part of my prevention routine now, and anytime I feel a little irritation, I grab one right away. If you've been struggling with blepharitis or other eyelid issues and haven't tried tea tree wipes yet, I highly recommend giving them a shot.
Quick Reminder
Disclaimer: I'm not a doctor—just someone who has personally experienced this and found something that works. Always talk to your eye care professional before starting any new treatments or routines.
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