Eyebright
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Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis) is a traditional European herb known for supporting the eyes, sinuses, and upper respiratory tract. Used since the 14th century to ease red, watery eyes, allergy symptoms, and excess mucus, it’s enjoyed in teas and gentle washes for seasonal and everyday support. Often paired with nettle or chamomile, it's popular during hay fever season and for tired, screen-weary eyes.
- Traditionally used for red, watery, or itchy eyes, allergies, and sinus congestion
- Helps dry excess mucus and soothe irritated membranes
- Often included in hayfever, eye, and sinus blends for seasonal support
- Used in eye compresses or poultices for tired or puffy eyes
- Backed by research for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mild antimicrobial effects:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Tea: Steep 1–2 tsp in hot water for 10–15 minutes. Drink up to 3 times daily. Combine with nettle, elderflower, or peppermint in allergy blends.
Eye compress: Brew and cool tea. Apply to clean cotton pads and rest over closed eyes for 10–15 minutes. Always strain well and use immediately.
Tincture: Take 2–4 mL (1:5) up to 3 times per day. Commonly paired with echinacea or golden seal in sinus and eye blends.
Topical: Use cooled tea as a rinse or in DIY facial water. May also be used in eye-safe creams for puffiness or irritation.
Pets: Sometimes used under vet guidance for runny eyes or allergies in dogs. Only with sterile preparations.
Often brewed with nettle or chamomile during allergy season or added to blends for tired eyes, puffiness, or screen strain. Some customers use it as a sinus rinse or part of a tea routine when feeling congested. Only apply to eyes using clean, filtered infusions or commercial sterile eye drops. Eyebright tea is naturally bitter and astringent.
Do not apply directly to eyes unless fully sterile. Not recommended during pregnancy. May cause dry mouth in large amounts. Limit ongoing internal use to 2–4 weeks unless guided by a practitioner.
- Actions: Astringent, anti-inflammatory, mucous membrane tonic, mild antihistamine, antimicrobial
- Systems: Eyes, respiratory, sinuses, immune, skin
- Energetics: Cooling, drying, slightly bitter
- Common pairings: Nettle, chamomile, golden seal, peppermint, elderflower
- Clinical note: May reduce mucus secretions and histamine response. Always use sterile water for eye preparations.
This information is general and not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant or taking medication. For any eye application, ensure preparation is properly filtered and sterile.
