Seasonal Dry Eye? Why IPL Can Provide Year-Round Relief

Do your eyes feel gritty, watery, or irritated when the seasons change? You’re not alone. Seasonal dry eye is a common condition that can worsen during times of shifting weather - like spring pollen season, hot summer winds, or dry winter air. While artificial tears and over-the-counter remedies may provide temporary comfort, many patients are now turning to advanced treatments like Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy for lasting relief.

What Causes Seasonal Dry Eye?

Seasonal dry eye symptoms often spike due to environmental triggers:

• Spring & Summer: Pollen, dust, and wind can inflame the eyes.

• Fall: Cooler air and increased indoor heating begin to dry out the tear film.

• Winter: Low humidity and dry air from heaters can make eyes more uncomfortable.

These triggers can cause the delicate oil glands in your eyelids (meibomian glands) to become blocked or underactive, leading to evaporative dry eye.

How IPL Therapy Helps

IPL therapy uses gentle pulses of light to reduce inflammation around the eyes and stimulate proper gland function. By targeting the root cause of evaporative dry eye, IPL helps restore balance to your tear film and provides lasting comfort.

Many patients notice that their tear quality improves after treatment, allowing their eyes to stay hydrated more effectively. The reduction in redness and irritation also makes daily activities more comfortable.

Another benefit of IPL therapy is that it lessens the need for frequent use of eye drops or other temporary solutions. Instead of masking symptoms, IPL addresses the underlying problem, offering patients a more consistent and long-term solution to dry eye discomfort.

Year-Round Relief, Not Just Seasonal

The beauty of IPL treatment is that it’s not limited to one season. Once the meibomian glands are functioning properly again, your eyes are better equipped to handle environmental changes all year long. Many patients schedule a series of IPL sessions and maintain results with occasional follow-ups, enjoying clearer, more comfortable vision no matter the season.

Schedule your IPL consultation with Clear View Vision Center and see how comfortable your eyes can feel in every season. Contact our office in American Fork or Lehi, Utah, by calling (801) 756-4731 to book an appointment today.