From the dust in the air to a bad case of pink eye, inflammation can strike your peepers at any time. You never know when these delicate organs will come in contact with a substance, circumstance, or event that causes injury or irritation. To reduce your risk of suffering permanent damage, it’s suggested to become familiar with home remedies for eye inflammation to receive handy, immediate relief.

Causes and Symptoms
Allergic reactions often cause inflammation in the eyes. Thanks to pollen, seasonal changes, dust mites, molds and pets – a patient with allergic rhinitis suffers symptoms, such as itchiness and persistent irritation. Bacterial and viral infections, such as styes (inflammation around the eyelashes), are also common threats to the eyes. Certain diseases and illnesses can cause eye inflammation, such as lupus, diabetes, arthritis, herpes, and other sexually transmitted diseases. Other causes of eye inflammation include:
-- Reiter Syndrome (RS)
-- Improper contact lens positioning
-- Eye surgery
-- Trauma or injury to the eye
-- Touching eyes with dirty hands
-- Deficiency of vitamin A
-- Overuse of eye drops
-- Dust, grit, and other foreign substances trapped under the eyelid
 
Eye Inflammation Home Remedies
Being able to treat an irritating problem within the comforts of your own domain is quite a relief. The gentle nature of your eyes places them in a vulnerable position when it comes to everyday activities and the environment. However, the following home remedies for eye inflammation can help provide instant relief for your symptoms:
Apple:
Peel off the skin of an over-ripened apple and slice into pieces. Use the pieces to make a pulp. Close your eyes and apply some of the pulp to your eyes. Allow the pulp to work its magic for at least 15 to 20 minutes. This poultice can be used to reduce inflammation associated with puffy eyes.

Potato:
The vegetable makes an effective poultice when grated. Hold against puffy eyes using a clean bandage. Keep your eyes closed.

Papaya:
Keep your eyes closed while holding a poultice made out of mashed ripe papaya to treat puffy eyes. Apply the poultice for 15 minutes – two times per day.

Tea:
After using a teabag, allow it to cool, and then apply to puffy, swollen eyes. Keep the teabag on your eyes for 25 to 30 minutes.

Saltwater:
Apply boiled saltwater to inflamed eyes with the help of cotton balls to kill the infection behind your symptoms.

Hot and Cold Water:
Alternating hot and cold water compresses can help reduce eye inflammation. Use cosmetic cotton pads to treat the eyes. The heat works to lessen inflammation, while the coldness decreases itchiness and irritation.

Cucumber:
Known as a classic spa treatment, you can use fresh pieces of cucumber applied to closed eyes for 20 to 30 minutes. The vegetable possesses astringent properties that treats a variety of eye issues, especially puffiness.