I Use What on My Eyes at Night?!: Glad Press and Seal for Dry Eyes

By Amanda Gaskell

Last Updated:

1 min read

This video shows how I use Glad Press’n Seal to help my dry eyes at nighttime.

What unusual dry eye treatment methods have you used?

Interact with what others have to say about chronic dry eye in our forums.

This article represents the opinions, thoughts, and experiences of the author; none of this content has been paid for by any advertiser. The ChronicDryEye.net team does not recommend or endorse any products or treatments discussed herein. Learn more about how we maintain editorial integrity here.

Join the conversation

Please read our rules before commenting.

Anna Samson Member

This is such a creative and resourceful use for saran wrap! Thanks for sharing. I might try this out.
1. CommunityMember013d4f Member
 
 <inline-mention username="Anna Samson" user-id="4252208"/> <inline-mention username="allyson.ellis" user-id="8500253"/> my chronic dry eyes are due to a birth defect, closed tear ducts that never opened and still have remained closed to this day Leaving my eyes unable to produce moisture. So everything is an issue such as dust,forced air,direct sunlight,smoke,chemicals for cleaning,carpet powder, cat litter,perfume basically everything and along with this I also am oxygen dependent with severe COPD so I am extremely cautious about too much that it is left me with poor quality of life I am only still here because my My Lord wakes me up every morning and walks beside me along with my portable oxygen tank although my problems may appear big, But faith has shown me that HE IS BIGGER! Praise the Lord! Amen 🙏
2. Lori.Foster Community Admin
 
 Hi <inline-mention username="CommunityMember013d4f" user-id="9759797"/>. I asked you about surgery in response to another comment, but I see here that must not have been an option for you. My heart goes out to you. You must constantly need drops. That's hard enough, but to be dealing with COPD at the same time must make it all the more difficult. Are you aware that we have a sister community for people with COPD as well, <a href='https://COPD.net?' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer ugc'>COPD.net?</a> I moderate there as well, but it is a much more active community with lots of support from our health leaders. I usually take a back seat in that community because it is so active and supportive with a huge network of people far more knowledgable than me. I hope you check it out if you haven't already. Thinking of you. - Lori (Team Member)
Nina-Ajdin Member

I've definitely never thought of doing this, even though it makes sense as we do this for skin conditions too with "wet wraps", so the moisture absorbs better. But must say, never thought about doing it with my eyes, so thank you for sharing! Not sure I'd be able to since my skin is really sensitive, and I think I'd freak out in the morning wondering why I can't open my eyes LOL (though I'm sure you get used to it after a while). 
1. CathyC Member
 
 I wanted to try the Saran Wrap but I read other places concerns about the possibility of this causing bacteria and blockage of the glands. I already have blockage. Just wondering your thoughts on this. I really want to try it. I use lots of ointment at night but still wake up about every two hours and have to reapply or use drops.
2. allyson.ellis Community Admin
 
 <inline-mention username="CathyC" user-id="8572253"/> I hear what a rough time you have at night. Waking every couple of hours needing to reapply drops or ointment sounds exhausting. I would encourage you to reach out and ask your eye doctor about the Saran Wrap method! They will be able to help you evaluate the risk/benefit for you and your unique eyes so you can make the best decision for you. Please keep us posted on what you learn and decide! Wishing you a gentle day. ~Allyson (ChronicDryEye.net team)
Ava Meena Member

I love that you're using something so creative, and especially that an eye doctor gave you this out of the box idea. So many of our treatments, both prescription and OTC, can be expensive, but this seems like a relatively cheap and easy way to help with night-time dryness, since you tolerate it well. I'm definitely waking up with super dry eyes, which is a sign that my dry eye is worsening, so I may be trying this out if other treatments don't come through for me. I get up multiple times a night, so it may not be a great fit, but it's always good to have more options in your dry eye toolkit! Thanks for sharing. -Ava, <a href='https://chronicdryeye.net' target='_blank'>chronicdryeye.net</a> team
1. CommunityMember013d4f Member
 
 <inline-mention username="Amanda Gaskell" user-id="4236811"/> with my eye disease unfortunately I don’t have any control over when my eyes shut down and force me into survival mode without my permission I become temporarily blind and have to wear patches for healing and my cooperation, consistency determines the length of my DOWN TIME during this time my Lord Jesus Christ shows me the most amazing beauty for the blind eyes Praise the Lord! I’m 61 and very grateful he’s never lost his sight on me! Amen 🙏 
2. Lori.Foster Community Admin
 
 I am so glad you have your faith to lean on with all you have been through, <inline-mention username="CommunityMember013d4f" user-id="9759797"/>, and I am glad you found this community. Please know we are here whenever you need us. - Lori (Team Member)
Chitown lee Member

Hi I am very new to this site and so happy I found it. Having Sjogrens and MS has been a knock down drag out for last 5 years. This tip sounds fabulous, I have done many trips to get to the point I am now but that Saran Wrap sounds doable . I know that I don’t fully close my eyes and this may be a solid way in which air pockets around my eyes are sealed. Nevertheless I am anxious to try this. It will take getting used to having eyes sealed completely . So... I will try one at a time. Once again Thank you 
1. Amanda Gaskell Member
 
 <inline-mention username="Chitown lee" user-id="6608455"/> I am so glad you have found this site! I am very sorry about your diagnosis of Sjögren’s and MS, please know you are so strong! Please let me know if the Saran Wrap trick works for you too!
Stacy Jennings Member

I tried this and it drove me out of my mind. I woke up several times because of the irritation from the plastic wrap. It seems to be a great idea, however, thanks for sharing. 
1. Amanda Gaskell Member
 
 <inline-mention username="Stacy Jennings" user-id="4500362"/> thank you for sharing your experience with it! Initially I thought I’d never get used to it, but then I started falling asleep and it stayed on! But I totally get it.
Stacy Jennings Member

Amanda it’s a clever idea, it’s just that my CDE is very disrespectful and accepts nothing 😞.
GUHS Member

May I ask what ointment you use for your eyes? Is it over the counter?
1. Amanda Gaskell Member
 
 <inline-mention username="GUHS" user-id="4514529"/> Great question! I use Hylonight ointment. I currently buy it off amazon. There are many options in the store though! I would try one until you find one that is comfortable for your eyes.
2. Amanda Gaskell Member
 
 <inline-mention username="Stacy Jennings" user-id="4500362"/> That is great. Are your eyes dry in the morning?
CathyC Member

Just found this forum since recently being diagnosed with severe dry eyes and trying to find help to this painful problem. 
1. CathyC Member
 
 Thank you so much for the information!!!! I am a bit overwhelmed right now and down right afraid of what the future will look like. My eyes are so miserable but I am learning what helps and what doesn’t. Having this forum to learn from is wonderful! Thanks!
2. allyson.ellis Community Admin
 
 <inline-mention username="CathyC" user-id="8572253"/> you are most welcome! It is very normal to feel overwhelmed when you are first diagnosed and trying to learn and process so much information. Having an accurate diagnosis is an important first step! It can take time to figure out what is and is not helpful for your unique eyes, but as you try more options you will have a better sense of what approaches make sense for you. I'm glad you found your way here and that the forum is so helpful for you! Learning from one another can be incredibly valuable. Please reach out any time you have questions! We are always here to serve as a resource. Wishing you a gentle day. ~Allyson (ChronicDryEye.net team)
CommunityMember6b5972 Member

Thank you for taking the time to make this helpful video.
1. Lori.Foster Community Admin
 
 We're glad you found it helpful, <inline-mention username="CommunityMember6b5972" user-id="8790330"/>. If you try it, I hope it brings you some relief. Best wishes. - Lori (Team Member)