Optase TTO Tea Tree Oil Eyelid Cleansing Gel - 50ml

Optase TTO Eyelid Cleansing Gel is a preservative-free tea tree oil gel with hyaluronic acid and pro-vitamin B5 that cleanses, moisturises and soothes the eyelids, in a 50ml pump sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Who it is for

• People with dry, crusty or irritated-feeling eyelids who need a daily lid-hygiene routine.
• Anyone following an eye-care professional's heat, cleanse and hydrate routine.
• People who want a preservative-free cleanser for sensitive eyes.

Not suitable for: Not suitable for use directly in the eye, on broken skin around the eyes, or for anyone allergic to tea tree oil or any other ingredient.

How to use

1. Remove contact lenses and wash your hands.
2. Pump a small amount of gel onto clean fingertips.
3. Close your eyes and gently massage the gel over the eyelids and the base of the lashes.
4. Rinse thoroughly with water.
5. Use morning and evening, or as advised by your eye-care professional.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to rinse it off?

Yes. Rinse the eyelids thoroughly with water after cleansing.

How long does one bottle last?

The pack says 12 months use from opening; at twice-daily use, Optase describes a 50ml bottle as about two months' supply.

Can I use it with contact lenses?

Remove your lenses before use and put them back once the eyelids are rinsed and dry.

Can children use it?

Ask an optometrist or pharmacist before using it on a child.

Safety and storage

• For external use on the eyelids only. Do not apply directly into the eye.
• If gel gets into the eye, rinse with clean water.
• Stop using it if redness or irritation occurs, and see an optometrist or pharmacist.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Store at room temperature.

This is an eyelid hygiene product. If your eyes are painful, red, sensitive to light or your vision changes, see an optometrist or doctor promptly.