Eye inflammations have been treated with eyebright for centuries. Soothing to the mucous membranes, eyebright relieves eye inflammation due to allergies and air pollutants. Useful for any eye irritations, such as eye strain, pink eye and infections. It has astringent properties and the tea, when used as a wash or warm compress, is extremely soothing to sore tired eyes. Can also be used for conditions such as conjunctivitis, blepharitis, glaucoma, sties or any inflammation of the eye tissues.