eyebag
$22.95 $29.95
The original, effective and reusable warm compress to release your natural oils to maintain tear film and ocular comfort.
In both dry eye and blepharitis, the glands that secrete oily moisture to the surface of the eyes are clogged and inflamed. This is known as meibomian gland dysfunction, or MGD.
Methods to treat dry eye symptoms and blepharitis with artificial saline teardrops alone are not enough, since it is the oily layer from the meibomian glands that slows tears from evaporating too quickly.
Eyelid warming is an effective treatment for MGD. The EyeBag is a silk and cotton device filled with flax seeds which can be re-heated hundreds of times in a microwave, and was rated as much more effective than repeatedly heating a washcloth with warm water.
The MGDRx® Eyebag® is a patented medical device in the United Kingdom, and registered as a Class 1 device in the United States.
Ex vivo heat retention of different eyelid warming masks. Lacroix Z, Léger S, Bitton E. Contact Lens & Anterior Eye. 2015 Jun;38(3):152-6. doi: 10.1016/j.clae.2015.01.005. Epub 2015 Feb 27.
Randomised masked clinical trial of the MGDRx EyeBag® for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction-related evaporative dry eye. Bilkhu PS, Naroo SA, Wolffsohn JS. Br J Ophthalmol 2014;98:1707-171
Microwave decontamination of eyelid warming devices for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Contact Lens and Anterior Eye 39 (2016) 293-297 . Paramdeep Bilkhu, James S. Wolffsohn, Anthony Hilton, Gabrielle Matthews, Simon Legood, Liam Riley.
VisiVite Eye Vitamin Formulas are based on proven research in the most respected medical publications, including the National Eye Institute's Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS2), the Lutein Antioxidant Supplement Trial (LAST) and others.
VisiVite eye vitamins source FloraGLO brand lutein, OmniXan brand zeaxanthin and Natural Vitamin E from plant oils, which are then assembled in a climate-controlled GMP-certified facility. Independent third party laboratories analyze the finished products for potency and purity.
VisiVite Eye Vitamins
VisiVite was founded by Dr. Paul Krawitz, a world-famous eye doctor who originated multiple trademarks and patents for innovative eye supplements. Dr. Krawitz spent over 20 years carefully researching and creating the original formulas for the 18 eye vitamin products listed below that have been the foundation for excellence in vision support.
Today, VisiVite continues the strong pedigree it was built on by selecting premium, refined, natural ingredients for nutritional potency and easy absorption for maximum eye and body cellular health, while avoiding common synthetic fillers and artificial colors.
The original formulas for the following products were specially developed by Dr. Krawitz:
More on Doctor Krawitz
Doctor Krawitz is the original founder of Visivite Eye Vitamins and served as President and C.E.O. of Vitamin Science, Inc. from 2001-2022.
Dr. Krawitz is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of The University of Michigan, and received his medical degree in 1985 and has been a member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society.
Dr. Krawitz trained in Internal Medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital, New York. He completed his Ophthalmology training at Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, and later was selected as Chief Resident of that program.
He completed an additional year of specialized fellowship training in Glaucoma at Mount Sinai under the direction of Steven Podos, a recognized world leader in that field.
Dr. Krawitz has served in academia as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology in Manhattan. He has also frequently lectured at professional ophthalmic meetings regarding his highly successful surgical techniques for cataracts, glaucoma and specialty intraocular lenses.
While he was in his position as President and C.E.O. of Vitamin Science, Inc., Dr. Krawitz originated several patents and trademarks for nutritional supplements that support eye health.
Since 1993, he has become one of Long Island's most highly sought and professionally recognized eye surgeons, most notably while as a physician partner of OCLI - performing over 1000 ophthalmic procedures annually. These procedures include no-stitch cataract surgery, the most modern therapies for glaucoma, laser refractive surgery, and laser treatment of both macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Additional affiliations have included serving as a Diplomate of The American Board of Ophthalmology, Fellow of The American Academy of Ophthalmology, and being a member of the Long Island Ophthalmologic Society, The Suffolk Academy of Medicine, and the American Medical Association.
I gave my eye just under 3 minutes by mistake; will this harm the bag because the next time after 40 seconds it was pleasant to use but didn\'t hold the warmth for the ten minutes, it cooled down fairly quickly.
Different microwaves require different times and power levels. Some people find it best to use a lower power level when heating their EyeBag.
How long do you heat it in microwave. Any other way to heat the bag?
Different microwaves require different times and power levels. Some people find it best to use a lower power level when heating their EyeBag. Start with 30 seconds and increase as needed. Average heating times are 1.5 minutes for customers.
How many times a day should I use this remedy?
Most doctors recommend a minimum of one session lasting 15-20 minutes for greatest benefit. Some patients with moderately severe symptoms use the EyeBag for longer and multiple times during the day.
Is the mask washable? Are there covers available?
A very lightly damp cloth to wipe the surface is all that is advised. If the seeds inside get wet, the bag will not perform how it should. If desired, use a single layer of tissue paper between the eyes and the bag. This absorbs any secretions or discharge and stops the transfer onto the bag. The tissue can then be disposed of after each use.
Is this heating bag good for eyelid cyst treatment? How long should i have it on?
Yes. Try for at least 20 minutes daily for 5 days.
