We spend more and more time in front of screens — for work, study, or just relaxation. But our eyes don’t always appreciate it. They can become dry, tired, irritated, heavy… and it can get really uncomfortable. When the dry season sets in, with dust, heat, and wind, things get even worse. Don’t worry: there are simple and effective ways to restore comfort to your eyes.
Key Points to Remember
- Frequent screen use reduces how often we blink, which dries out the eye’s surface.
- During the dry season, dust and heat worsen eye dryness.
- Regular breaks, good hydration, and proper eye care can truly relieve discomfort.
Focus on Carbosol
Why your eyes suffer in front of screens
Our lives revolve around screens: working on a computer, chatting on a smartphone, watching shows on a tablet… Staring at a screen too long changes our blinking rate — we blink up to 30% less often.
Yet blinking is essential: it spreads tears evenly over the eye’s surface. When blinking becomes less frequent, the tear film evaporates faster, drying the eye.
Result: red eyes, stinging, tightness, temporary blurred vision, or even a sandy sensation.
To make matters worse, blue light from screens overstimulates the retina and increases eye strain. In countries where the dry season lasts for months, the problem gets worse: hot air and dust dehydrate the eyes even more, making every blink painful. The result? Burning, redness, itching. We rub our eyes reflexively — which only makes it worse.
Identifying symptoms of digital eye strain
Dry eyes often feel heavy, itchy, or persistently uncomfortable. You may feel like there’s sand in your eyes or need to blink constantly to regain clear vision. Sometimes, light sensitivity or mild headaches appear as well. These signs shouldn’t be ignored — they’re symptoms of digital eye strain, a direct consequence of an increasingly screen-heavy lifestyle.
Recognizing these symptoms early helps you change habits before discomfort sets in. Contrary to popular belief, dry eyes aren’t just for older people — they now affect students, professionals, drivers, teachers — anyone whose eyes work hard all day long.
Adopting the right habits
The first step is simple: take regular breaks. Looking away from your screen for a few minutes every half hour helps relax your eyes. You can also make a conscious effort to blink more often to rehydrate the eye’s surface. Staying well-hydrated throughout the day is just as important, as good overall hydration supports natural tear production.
Your environment also matters: avoid direct air from fans or air conditioning, limit dust exposure, and if possible, add humidity to very dry rooms. Even small actions — like directing your fan toward a wall or keeping windows closed during the hottest hours — can make a big difference.
Finally, adjust your screen brightness to reduce visual strain. Light that’s too bright irritates the eyes, while too dim forces them to work harder. Finding the right balance for your ambient light is a simple but highly effective habit.
During the dry season: be extra careful
In Africa, the dry season often lasts several months, putting our eyes to the test. Dust from the Sahelian winds, office air conditioning, intense sunlight — all combine to dry out the eyes. This is when your eyes need extra protection and hydration. Don’t hesitate to relieve them at the first sign of discomfort, as untreated dryness can worsen over time.
Using suitable artificial tears provides instant comfort. These drops mimic the natural composition of tears and help maintain moisture on the eye’s surface while soothing burning and stinging sensations.
Focus solution: Carbosol®
When discomfort persists despite good habits, Carbosol®, an eye drop developed by Exphar Laboratory, is the ideal remedy for real relief.
Easy to use, Carbosol acts like a natural tear: it hydrates, lubricates, and protects the eye’s surface, reducing sensations of dryness, burning, or itching. Its gentle, preservative-free formula is suitable for daily use — even several times a day if needed.
Whether at work, home, or on the go, Carbosol helps restore visual comfort and prevent eye fatigue, especially during the dry season when conditions are tougher.
Conclusion
Our eyes are put to the test by modern lifestyles. Between screens and dry air, they deserve special care. By adopting healthy habits and using simple solutions like Carbosol® from Exphar Laboratory, you can restore lasting comfort and preserve your vision day after day.
Because seeing the world clearly and comfortably is also a way of taking care of yourself.
