Eye makeup can boost your confidence. However, without realizing it, women frequently engage in habits that harm their eyes when applying makeup around them. Although it may appear trivial, if this habit continues, it will eventually cause eye irritation and infection.

Eye makeup mistakes that can harm your eyes

Mistakes in eye makeup can cause permanent eye problems. This can be even worse if you wear contact lenses or have sensitive or dry eyes. Reporting from the Livestrong page, here are the mistakes in using eye makeup that you need to be aware of:

1. Not removing eye makeup completely before going to bed

Even though makeup, especially for the eyes, makes you look beautiful and confident, you still need to remove it before sleeping. Failing to thoroughly remove makeup before bed can lead to the accumulation of bacteria, dust, and allergens in the eyes. Additionally, it can cause eye infections, resulting in redness, dryness, and styes.

Dr. Ashley Brissette, a spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, stated that maintaining skin cleanliness before bed is a must, whether you wear makeup or not.

2. Makeup brush sharing

On one occasion, you may have forgotten your mascara so you had to borrow your friend's. Although practical, this can lead to the transfer of bacteria in your eyes. Likewise, when you use a makeup artist, you should make sure that the makeup brushes you bring are hygienic or offer to use your makeup brushes.

3. Not knowing the expiration date of cosmetic products

When buying makeup products, it's best to note of when you bought the product, opened it for the first time, and how long you can use it before it expires. Often, people overlook this and end up wearing expired cosmetics.  Wearing expired cosmetics can cause various skin disorders, such as acne and styes, if used in the eye area.

4. Not washing hands before applying makeup

The facial area, particularly the eyes, is sensitive. Before using makeup, especially if you want to blend makeup with your fingers, you should wash your hands thoroughly.

These are common, unconscious habits that can have a negative impact on eye health. Along with these habits, exercise caution when selecting and applying cosmetic products and eye makeup removers. To reduce the risk of irritation, choose products specifically designed for the eyes. If you notice any irritation, stop using the product right away and get proper care until your eyes heal.