You’ve probably heard all the myths there are when it comes to protecting your eyes. From being scolded for using too much phones to dropping “gata” or coconut milk when you have sore eyes, we practically grew up hearing these old wives’ tales.

Though, are there really basis for these beliefs? We’ve scurried down the most common beliefs when it comes to our eyesight.

1. Don’t wash your face or eyes after using gadgets.

Back in the 90’s and 00’s when the popularity of mobile phones, laptops, and gadgets in particular started to soar in the country, we see a LOT of people glued on their phones or their devices.

Videogames were all the rage for kids, young adults were in their mobile phones every day. And to ensure that you will not strain your eyes after, you were told by your lola or your mom to not wash your face right away.

Although too much screen time can really cause eye strain, there is no study that can correlate eye damage to washing your eyes. Washing your face and eyes can actually help as it can be soothing and remove any possible irritants in your eyes.

Verdict: Myth

2. Using “Calamansi Mixture” to cure Eye Infections

A common belief is to use calamansi everywhere. We strongly believe that acidity is always equal to disinfection and whitening. Well, yes, technically, calamansi is one of the greatest natural disinfection remedies for your home; never for your eyes.

When you put calamansi on your eye infections, you’re already putting acid to it and that by itself is already damaging, not to add, it can be really painful. When you have eye infections, the best option is always to check with your doctor so you would get the right medications and treatment that you need.

Verdict: Myth

3. Rubbing your Eyes can Help with Dry Eyes

We know you’ve done it. Whenever you feel your eyes are stained or dry, you tend to rub your specs. For a time being, you felt relieved. However, did you know that rubbing your eyes constantly is actually damaging?

Rubbing your eyes can potentially damage your eye structure and membrane such as weakened cornea, retinal tear, etc. In addition, with the current concern with Covid-19, eye rubbing can also cause infection as the virus can be spread through mucous membrance. Plus, constant eye rubbing are also one of the top causes for early eye wrinkles and crow’s feet.

Our tip? Whenever you feel discomfort in your eyes due to eye strain or dry eyes, artificial tears such as the Systane Complete would be helpful. This eye drops are great to relieve dry and irritated eyes.

Since, this product comes in a small 10ml size, it is pretty handy and you can just slip it in your purse.

Verdict: Myth

There are a lot of myths revolving around our eyesight. Your best option would be to always consult with an optometrist to examine and diagnose your eye concerns.

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