How Honey Helped My Blepharitis: Your Questions Answered

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Recap: How I Discovered Honey as a Treatment for Blepharitis

About six months ago, I uploaded a video where I shared my journey with blepharitis, a condition that causes severe itching and inflammation of the eyelids. After struggling with this for quite some time, I finally found relief using a very simple remedy: pure honey. That video resonated with so many of you, and I was overwhelmed by the number of views, comments, and messages I received from people who suffer from the same condition. Blepharitis can be incredibly frustrating and debilitating, and I know how desperate you can feel when you’re searching for relief.

In that original video, I talked about how I applied pure honey to my eyes during flare-ups and how it significantly reduced my symptoms. Since then, many of you have tried this method yourselves, and I’m thrilled to hear that it has worked for a lot of you as well! However, I’ve also received quite a few questions in the comments, so I thought it would be helpful to create a follow-up video to address them in more detail.

Answering Your Questions About the Honey Treatment

1. Do you experience sharp, stabbing pain in your eyes along with the itchiness?

This is a great question, and one that I’ve been asked multiple times. Personally, I don’t experience sharp, stabbing pain in my eyes. My main issue has always been the relentless, intense itching. It’s the kind of itching that makes you want to claw your eyes out—it’s that bad. I know that everyone’s experience with blepharitis can be different, so while I don’t have that stabbing pain, I can definitely empathize with how uncomfortable and painful blepharitis can be in general.

2. Do you use blepharitis wipes in addition to the honey treatment?

No, I don’t use blepharitis wipes, and I’ll explain why. When I feel a flare-up coming on, the first thing I do is head to the bathroom to clean my eyes. I usually use a regular wet wipe or a wet flannel to gently wipe my eyelids and remove any debris or oil buildup. After that, I move straight to the honey application. I don’t see the need for specialized blepharitis wipes, especially since they can be quite expensive. The honey itself does a fantastic job of soothing the itch and reducing the inflammation, so I prefer to keep it simple and avoid unnecessary costs.

3. How long do you leave the honey in your eyes before washing it out?

This is another common question, and the answer might surprise you—I don’t wash it out at all! When I apply the honey, I simply blink a few times to spread it around my eyelid, and then I let it sit there. I don’t rinse it off because I want the honey to stay in place and work its magic. If my eyes feel a bit sticky afterward, I might take a damp flannel or a wet wipe and gently clean around the eye area, but I don’t touch the honey itself. I find that leaving it in allows the honey to do its job more effectively.

4. Which type of honey should I use?

When I first started considering honey as a treatment, I did a lot of research online. Many sources recommended using Manuka honey because of its known antibacterial properties. However, when I went to my local supermarket to buy some, I was shocked to see that a small jar of Manuka honey cost £20! That’s when I decided to try regular pure honey instead, which was much more affordable—only about £2 for a jar. To my surprise, the pure honey worked just as well, if not better, than I expected. Since then, I’ve stuck with the pure honey, and it’s continued to be effective for me. Of course, if you prefer to try Manuka honey, you’re welcome to do so, but I’m here to tell you that regular pure honey has been a game-changer for me, and it’s much easier on the wallet.

5. Has the honey treatment kept your blepharitis completely at bay?

This is a question I get often, and the honest answer is a bit of a mixed bag. The honey treatment has significantly improved my condition—I no longer experience the intense flare-ups that made me want to rip my eyeballs out. However, I have had a few minor flare-ups since starting the honey treatment. These flare-ups are much less severe, and as soon as I apply the honey, the symptoms subside almost immediately. In the last six months, I’ve probably needed to use the honey about six times, so roughly once a month. While it hasn’t completely eradicated my blepharitis, it has made managing it so much easier, and I’m incredibly grateful for that.

6. How often do you use the honey treatment?

As I mentioned earlier, I’ve used the honey treatment about six times in the past six months, which averages out to about once a month. I don’t have a strict schedule for using it—I simply apply the honey whenever I start to feel that familiar itchiness coming on. It’s usually in one eye more than the other, and the itchiness tends to build up gradually. When I can’t ignore it any longer, I head to the bathroom, apply a small amount of honey, and within minutes, the relief is almost immediate. I’ve even considered carrying a small pot of honey with me wherever I go, just in case I have a flare-up while I’m at work or out and about. The idea of being caught without it is pretty terrifying because the itching can be unbearable.

7. Is this a nightly routine for you?

No, it’s not a nightly routine. I only use the honey when I feel a flare-up coming on, which has been about once a month over the past six months. I try to ignore the itchiness as long as possible, but when it gets to the point where I can’t stand it anymore, that’s when I reach for the honey. After applying it, the symptoms usually calm down within minutes, and I’m able to go about my day without any further discomfort. It’s such a simple remedy, but it has made a world of difference in how I manage my blepharitis.

Final Thoughts and Some Encouragement

That’s all for today’s video! I hope I was able to answer some of your most pressing questions about the honey treatment for blepharitis. If you’re still on the fence about trying it, I encourage you to give it a shot, especially if blepharitis has been severely impacting your life. Remember, I’m not a doctor, and this is just what has worked for me. If you decide to try it, please do so at your own risk, but I genuinely hope it brings you the same relief that it has brought me.