How To Get Rid Of Tired & Irritated Eyes

If your eyes get irritated, red and tired after a long day, you may have eyestrain, a condition caused by prolonged use of the eyes. Your eyes may become strained due to computer use, reading, watching TV or driving. In rare cases, tired, irritated eyes may be caused by a more serious condition, like glaucoma or conjunctivitis. Consult your doctor to rule out any severe medical conditions before attempting to reduce eye fatigue and irritation on your own.

Step 1

Blink deliberately at least 300 times a day, advises "The Doctors Book of Home Remedies." Blinking lubricates the eyes and gives them a gentle, quick massage to reduce eyestrain.

Step 2

Give yourself an eyelid massage. Gently rub your top eyelid up toward your eyebrow for about 10 seconds, then massage the lower eyelid down toward the cheekbone for about 10 seconds. The exercise helps the tear ducts produce more tears and relaxes the muscles around the eyes.

Step 3

Rest your eyes when you're doing activities that don't require your eyesight, like talking on the phone. Shut your eyes for several minutes at a time throughout the day to help soothe them.

Step 4

Turn the lights on low while you're watching TV. The contrast between a bright TV screen and a dark room may bother your eyes. Keep the room at about the same brightness as the TV screen.

Tips and Warnings

Position your computer monitor at least 20 inches away from your face. Get your eyesight checked by an optometrist. In some cases, eyestrain may be caused by poor eyesight. Your doctor may prescribe reading glasses or glasses to wear only while using the computer.
Consult a doctor immediately if you notice eye swelling, redness or constant pain.