see and be seen

Sharpen sight and practice pampering for healthy, come-hither eyes.

› By Angelique Anacleto

Consider how much you rely upon your eyes for daily life. Then tend to these important organs that help you see the world.

Respect The Spectacles

Eyeglasses help adjust a variety of sight issues. According to Dr. Mike Jank, ophthalmologist with Ocala Eye and Healthy Living Advisory Board member, by consulting your eye professional, you can learn the latest eyeglass advancements to significantly improve even normal, unchanged vision. He recommends asking about these features at your next exam:

According to a 2014 Nielsen Total Audience Report, Americans use electronic media more than 11 hours per day, making for intense cumulative viewing time.

“Glasses that filtrate and block harmful blue light from digital devices or fluorescent lighting can eliminate or vastly reduce resulting eye fatigue and strain,” says Jank.

“Another common situation is outdoor activity where sunlight exposes one to harmful UV rays and disabling glare. UV-blocking polarized lenses e ectively address both of these concerns.

“Thinner, lightweight, digitally ground lenses can correct for individually unique optical imperfections beyond simple nearsightedness or astigmatism, o ering what is popularly called high definition vision.”

And if perching glasses atop your adorable mug seems disconcerting, keep in mind, it’s highly fashionable these days to nerd out in specs.

Hit Refresh

orange aid:

We all know orange-colored produce like carrots and cantaloupes promote healthy eyesight through beta carotene, vitamin A and vitamin C. But how about tapping orange-colored concealer to freshen the darker under eye area? Makeup artists praise orange for beautifully neutralizing blue tones but suggest peach-orange for lighter skin (2B Colours stick, $8) and red-mango for darker complexions (Sephora Collection Bright Future liquid, $14).

lash limit: Although thick fringe may be ultra-glamorous, false lashes pose startling health risks: Adhesive allergies can produce redness and swelling, trapped dirt and bacteria can lead to possible eye infections. Another possible hazard is extra pressure from repeated improper application along the natural lash line could temporarily or permanently halt lash growth altogether. In short, use fakes sparingly for special occasions. WebMD points out that wearers are advised to not get these falsies wet. Say what?! Here’s where brilliant coconut oil comes to the rescue. Nourishing properties keep lashes shiny, strong and supple, preventing breakage or fallout. It even serves as a gentle makeup remover.

brow boosting:

You’ve probably caught on that the polished look of fuller eyebrows continues to dominate. And that makes sense given how they play a crucial role in framing eyes for every expression, not to mention facial recognition. But if daily augmenting with powders, brushes, pencils and waxes becomes a bear, try these long-lasting alternatives that stand up to Florida’s sweaty climes.

WUNDERBROW: a brush-on, smudge-proof semi-permanent enhancer boosts brow color and definition with a blend of pigment and hair-like fibers that lasts for three days. Check wunderbrow.com for a three-gram tube ($22).

MICROBLADING: a semi-permanent procedure performed with a hand-held blade device comprised of di erent-sized needles etches pigment into skin to simulate brow hairs. Professionals may charge $500-$800, but results last for one-anda-half to two years, o ering another promising option for patients undergoing chemotherapy, alopecia loss or thyroid e ects.