Eye gets so dry and painful in middle of the night.
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One of the best things for eyes is pure food grade rosewater. I keep handy at all times, and use a dropper to put into my eyes. Rosewater is antibacterial, and cooles and refreshes the eyes. Cortas is the only brand I buy.
https://www.amazon.com/Rose-Flower-Water-Cortas-17/dp/B0072NKF4E/ref=sr_1_1_pp
RE: Rosewater
I concur. I would add rubbing some castor oil onto your lids and lashes before bed. And if you have the gumption, some castor oil directly in the eye. Rubbing on the lids is sufficient.
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