I have this problem. It can be so bad in the morning that I’ve had to get Family Medical Leave Act coverage for the time I need to self medicate with a hot compress before work and eye gel every night. I also have punctal plugs, which plug up a duct so that you don’t lose a lot of tears. The dry eye can be very painful and annoying.
At this point, I’d try just about anything to help, but I’m gonna pass on getting my eyelids shaved.
I like the retaine products esp. MGD and PM
http://www.ocusoft.com/artificial-tears-2
For warm compress, I’ve got a cotton sox with dried rice in it. Throw it in the microwave for about 10 seconds. Super easy.