Side-by-side comparison of a person's eye. On the left, the eye appears red, irritated, and shows symptoms of dry eye disease. On the right, the eye looks clear and healthy, demonstrating the effectiveness of Royal Oak Optometry's dry eye relief routine.

Dry Eye Routine for Daily Relief: 3 Easy Steps

Jul 30, 2025

Dry eye happens when your eyes don’t make enough tears or when your tears dry up too fast. It often feels like burning, itching, or constant irritation. If you’re dealing with these symptoms, it’s time to build a consistent dry eye routine for daily relief. Finding the right treatment takes time. But a simple, daily routine can bring lasting comfort. Follow these three easy steps and learn what to avoid—plus, when it’s necessary to see one of our optometrists.

Dry Eye Routine For Daily Relief

A relaxed woman reclines on a couch, smiling with a warm compress over her eyes, gently holding it in place as she enjoys soothing relief from Royal Oak Optometry’s dry eye treatment routine.

Step 1: Cleansing Your Eyelids

Eyelid hygiene is the first step to your dry eye routine for daily relief, yet often overlooked. We recommend using Blephadex™ Foam or Eyelid Wipes. Both products contain a patented mix of tea tree and coconut oils that clean, soothe, and moisturize.

Blephadex™ Foam helps remove bacteria and Demodex mites—common causes of blepharitis and dry eyes. Use it to gently cleanse your eyelids each day.

In need of a quick option? Try Blephadex™ Eyelid Wipes. They’re easy to use and help keep your eyelids clean and refreshed in one easy step.

Step 2: Massage With Warm Compress

A warm compress helps unclog oil glands and improve moisture flow. This is a key part of your dry eye routine for daily relief.

We suggest using the Blepha EyeBag® or another microwaveable eye compress. Heat it for 10–30 seconds until warm (not hot). Then, place it on your closed eyes. Add light pressure with your fingers and gently massage in a circular motion for 3 to 10 minutes. Massaging supports oil flow and can improve comfort over time. It’s a powerful part of your dry eye routine.

Step 3: Hydrate and Soothe

Finish your dry eye routine for daily relief by staying hydrated inside and out. Drink plenty of water throughout the day and apply preservative-free eye drops such as Thealoz® Duo, HYLO®, and HYLO® GEL, once or twice a day.

Dry Eye Irritants You Should Avoid

Your dry eye routine works best when you avoid common irritants. Watch out for:

  • Excess screen time
  • Dry or windy environments
  • Smoke and strong perfumes
  • Rubbing your eyes

When is a Dry Eye Consultation Necessary?

If your dry eye symptoms don’t improve, book a dry eye consultation. One of our specialist can examine your eyes and recommend a personalized dry eye treatment plan.

How to Prepare for Your Dry Eye Consultation

Start by booking an eye exam with one of our optometrists. We require an exam dated within the last 24 months before your dry eye consultation. Already had an eye exam at another optometry office? Call us at 250-479-8206 to transfer your records.

Once we have your current eye exam on file, click here to fill out our dry eye consultation form.

This blog post does not provide medical advice and is intended for informational purposes only. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never ignore professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of information on this blog post. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your doctor (the Royal Oak Optometry Clinic phone number is 250-479-8206) or dial 911.

Leave a Comment