How to Get Rid of a Sty

Getting a sty on your eyelid can be painful and unwanted. This article will help you learn how to get rid of eye sties easy and naturally.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tsp. eyebright tincture
• 2 tbsp. chamomile
• 2 tbsp. agrimony
• 2 tbsp. thyme or marigold
• 2 tbsp. dried raspberry leaves
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Instructions

• 1

  The first thing you can do to treat sties is to make a eyebright compress. Mixing 1 tsp. of eyebright tincture and 3 tbsp. of boiling water, allow it to cool to the touch. You will then soak a gauze in the solution. Wring out the gauze and place on the sty directly for 15 minutes. As the compress becomes cooled, replace with a fresh one. This should be done at least 4 times a day.

• 2

  Making an herbal compress is beneficial for sties as well, this can be done by taking 2 tbsp. of each herb ( chamomile, agrimony, thyme or marigold) and seep in 1 cup of boiling water. Seep for 15 minutes and drain, wring out the gauze and place on the sty directly for 15 minutes. As the compress becomes cooled, replace with a fresh one. This should be done at least 4 times a day.

• 3

  You can also use an herbal eye wash to help get rid of your sty. You will take 2 tbsp. of dried raspberry leaves and pour 1 cup of boiling water over it. Let it seep for 15 minutes and then strain. You will use this as a warm eye rinse several times each day until the sty is gone.