October 18th marks World Menopause Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the physical and emotional changes women experience during menopause. While much attention is given to symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings, there’s another often-overlooked challenge many women face: dry eyes.
During menopause, hormonal changes, especially the drop in estrogen levels, can have a significant impact on eye health. Estrogen plays a crucial role in maintaining the tear film on the surface of the eyes, and as its levels fluctuate, many women experience symptoms like dryness, irritation, and discomfort. This condition, often referred to as dry eye syndrome, can become more prevalent during menopause, leading to increased sensitivity to light, blurry vision, and even difficulty wearing contact lenses.
TheraTears Dry or Tired 50+ is a carefully developed eye drop solution designed for mature eyes. These innovative eye drops display the authoritative M-tick as a recognised menopause friendly product that effectively relieves one of the symptoms of menopause.
“As women get older, it’s normal to notice tired, irritated eyes due to a natural decline in tear production”, explains Mark Holloway, optometrist at Thomas & Holloway Opticians. “Hormonal shifts during and after menopause lead to less moisture in the eyes with lower androgen levels further reducing tear output. Even hormone replacement therapy can sometimes worsen these symptoms”.
TheraTears Dry or Tired 50+ harnesses patented technology, combining 0.3% hyaluronic acid with refreshing aloe vera to provide effective relief, alleviate strain and lock in comfort for mature eyes. As menopause progresses, the drop in androgen levels causes the eyelid glands to produce fewer essential oils, speeding up tear evaporation and leaving eyes feeling dry and gritty. These drops are preservative-free, contact lens friendly and formulated with gentle natural ingredients like aloe vera to refresh and soothe.
Remember: Menopause is a natural phase of life, and taking proactive steps to care for your eyes is an important part of the journey. Stay informed, stay comfortable, and celebrate this stage with confidence
