I’m an optometrist — here are 5 things I would never do to my eyes

I’m an optometrist — here are 5 things I would never do to my eyes

She’s looking out for her TikTok followers. Manhattan-based optometrist Jennifer Tsai is sharing the five things she would never do to her eyes — get lash extensions, not remove eye makeup, get under-eye fillers, use extended-wear contact lenses or swim in lakes or pools with contact lenses in. Eyelash extensions are glued to natural eyelashes … Read more

I’m an optometrist — here are 8 subtle ways your child is telling you they need glasses

I’m an optometrist — here are 8 subtle ways your child is telling you they need glasses

Wondering if your child needs glasses? An eye care expert has come up with eight subtle signs it could be time for an exam. Optometrist Giles Edmonds has compiled a list of common tricks employed by kids with poor eyesight to help them see — which can conceal their often very real need for glasses. … Read more

I’m an optometrist — here’s why it’s dangerous to rub your eyes

I’m an optometrist — here’s why it’s dangerous to rub your eyes

This might make you see things differently. Rubbing your eyes because of drowsiness, stress or even allergies could have detrimental effects, UK optometrist Nimmi Mistry warns. The habit — often “an automatic response to tired, irritated eyes” — could result in a “whole host of issues,” she told the Mirror in an interview this week. … Read more