We’re excited to launch our Zocular blog posts! And thank you for reading. We hope to provide practical information to increase knowledge and promote eye health. There are countless online blogs, but far too many provide partial or incomplete explanations, often instilling more fear than insight. Sometimes, we’ll dive into...
In our previous blog about cell cultures and preservatives, we discussed the importance of using the correct study design to derive valid scientific conclusions. The meibomian gland (MG) cell culture studies contained tantalizing and useful scientific information, but this has been drowned out by fearmongering about an interpretation that cannot be...
We hope to dispel the fear and confusion this study has caused. To get a clearer picture of the study, it's helpful to understand the difference between microbial cell cultures and mammalian cell cultures derived from mammals such as humans. There are two main types of cell cultures, microbial and...
Caring for Your Eyelids: A Key Step in Eye Health When it comes to eye health, we often think about protecting our eyes directly, but the eyelids are just as important. Maintaining clean eyelids is essential for preventing issues like blepharitis, dry eye, and infections. Let’s explore why eyelid hygiene matters and how...
or years, tea tree oil (TTO) has been the primary at-home option for managing Demodex mites1, the microscopic parasites linked to blepharitis, dry eye, and eyelid irritation. While effective, TTO has limitations—many people experience redness, dryness, or discomfort, making it difficult for long-term use.Now, scientific advancements in eyelid hygiene offer...
