We advise patients not to wear any mascara, eye makeup, under-eye concealer or eye creams for at least one week after cataract surgery. It's also important to avoid using make-up applicators like brushes and sponges near your eyes, as they can contain harmful bacteria.
At the very minimum, most patients should not wear any type of makeup for at least one week after surgery.
Your surgery should not come at the expense of your hygiene, however you should avoid exposing your eye to direct water contact for at least a week. You can resume washing your face the day after your surgery while being careful to not touch your eye.
The eyelids and lashes may be gently cleaned using a clean washcloth & warm tap water. This may be done as often as needed. You may watch TV, use the computer or read. Showering is permitted, as well as washing your hair, but try not to get soap into the operated eye.
Use Clinique Rinse-Off Eye Makeup Solvent (“the one that is a clear liquid in a blue bottle”) to remove it initially.
You can shower or wash your hair the day after surgery. Keep water, soap, shampoo, hair spray, and shaving lotion out of your eye, especially for the first week. Do not rub or put pressure on your eye for at least 1 week.
We use the same pads to clean your eyes before surgery. Some brands of these are: Ocusoft Lid Scrub, and Systane Lid Wipes. So, I allow my patients to use make-up carefully and safely right after cataract surgery.
It's usually considered safe to wash your hair and shower/bathe as normal after you have cataract surgery. However, you should keep your eyes closed and avoid getting any water or shampoo in your eye, and it's advisable to use a mild or baby shampoo.
Patients with a dislocated IOL may experience a decrease or change in vision, diplopia, and/or glare. Additionally, they may report ocular pain or headaches from intermittent angle-closure and/or inflammation. Some patients also report seeing the edge of the IOL.
Yes, after cataract surgery, you need to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun. After surgery, your eyes are healing and are more sensitive to the sun's rays than usual.
18. How long do I need to wear dark glasses outside after cataract surgery? Not everyone needs to wear sunglasses after cataract surgery. However, many patients find that they are more light-sensitive because more light enters the eye post-surgery.
Makeup labeled as hypoallergenic or for sensitive skin is typically less irritating than other types of makeup. Non-comedogenic or non-occlusive products will not block the skin's pores and are generally safe for post-surgical use once the incisions have healed.
It's recommended that you avoid wearing eye makeup after cataract surgery for around four weeks. Your consultant will check on your recovery process during your post operative appointment and can advise you on when you'll be able to start applying cosmetics to your eye area again.
Don't lift heavy objects for the first two weeks after surgery. Strenuous activity (like lifting something) can increase your eye pressure levels. Elevated intraocular pressure is one of the most frequent complications for patients that have cataract surgery.
What Happens if You Bend Over After Cataract Surgery? You should not bend over after cataract surgery for at least 2 weeks. Bending over will place pressure on the eye and this may cause unnecessary complications to your eye. The main complication will be a delay in the healing process.
Water Directly in the Eye
Wait at least a day before taking a shower or washing the face. Be sure to avoid swimming pools or hot tubs for at least a few weeks per the surgeon's digression.
While home, you may be allowed to remove your eye shield, but you should wear it when sleeping for at least a week to prevent eye injury. Full recovery from cataract surgery should be complete in about a month, although it can take up to three months for your eye to be completely healed.
For example, tying up shoes or putting on pants. It is important to avoid bending over as much as possible, but accidentally bending over once or twice after cataract surgery will likely not cause any issues.
Yes, it is ok to brush your teeth prior to cataract surgery. If you have been asked to fast prior to the surgery, you should use as little water as possible and try to not drink anything during or after brushing your teeth.
You may be up and about, bend over to pick up objects or put on shoes. Using reasonable care, you may bathe or shower, wash hair, shave, brush teeth, read, write, watch TV, ride in care, climb stairs or go for a walk. Driving is permitted, following your first post-op visit, if the other eye sees well enough.
Failing to remove mascara and eye makeup from the eyes can lead to concretions, solid masses that form underneath the eyelids after material accumulation. The masses can erode the cornea, cause eye pain and irritation, and, left untreated, may lead to blindness.
If you have any crustiness on your lashes from the artificial tears, they are best cleaned with careful use of a clean washcloth soaked in warm water. Do not go swimming, use a hot tub, spa or whirlpool for at least 10 days to reduce the risk of infection.
Oil: Olive oil, baby oil, coconut oil, and almond oil are all great natural alternatives to over-the-counter makeup remover. The oil breaks down makeup products and cleanses them away. With your eyes closed, rub a small amount of oil onto your eye area. Rinse with warm water to remove the excess mascara and oil.
The amount of time that you should wait before applying make-up to the area near the incisions depends upon the individual patient rate of healing, but seven to 14 days should be sufficient. Patients will want to wait until the incision has closed before resuming the use of skin care products.