I, too, have a tendency to develop styes in my eyes. I've found that if you're prone to them, one of the best sources for infection is your make-up. Replace any makeup used for your eyes. They say mascara should be replaced every 6 months anyways, which is one way to help avoid and prevent infection.

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Dear Alice,

I used to get these all the time until a great eye doctor told me to clean the area twice a day (morning and evening) with Johnson's baby shampoo, warm water, and a clean gauze pad. Cleanse all over the eyelid and try to get underneath the affected area, even if it stings a little tiny bit. Then rinse with warm water and pat it dry with a new gauze pad or a clean cloth. In a couple of days, the swelling and discomfort should go down. I also find that a chamomile tea bag in hot water makes a good hot compress in between baby shampooings!