As the weather cools in Calgary, dry eye symptoms often start to spike. Indoor heating, chilly wind, and less humidity all contribute to dry, itchy, and irritated eyes. Fall is the ideal time to take preventive steps, before the harshness of winter makes symptoms worse. At Blink Eyewear, we help patients in Crowfoot, West Springs, and Creekside manage seasonal dry eye with professional assessments and in-office treatments like Revital-Eyes IPL and RF therapy. Contact us to book your dry eye consultation today and enjoy comfortable, clear vision this season.
Why Fall Triggers Dry Eye in Calgary
Fall in Calgary may be beautiful, but it’s also one of the worst seasons for dry eye flare-ups. As temperatures drop, the humidity levels fall too, both outside and indoors. Combine that with increased exposure to wind, allergens, and indoor heating, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for eye discomfort.
At Blink Eyewear, we consistently see an increase in dry eye cases during fall. People come in with red, gritty, or watery eyes and are surprised to learn that these symptoms are tied to environmental changes, allergies or “just being tired.”
If your eyes are already starting to feel the shift, now is the time to act.
Common Fall Dry Eye Symptoms
Dry eye doesn’t always feel the same for everyone, but common signs that worsen in the fall include:
- Stinging or burning sensation
- Gritty or sandy feeling
- Blurred vision that improves with blinking
- Excessive tearing (a common overcompensation)
- Redness or sensitivity to wind and light
- Discomfort wearing contact lenses
Many people try to treat these symptoms with over-the-counter drops, but that often only masks the problem.
Why Fall Is the Best Time for Dry Eye Treatment
Winter is the season most associated with dry eye, but by the time winter hits, symptoms can be harder to manage. Treating dry eye in the fall gives you a head start, allowing your eyes to stabilize before furnace heat and frigid temperatures make it worse.
Plus, fall is when people spend more time indoors with screens, which leads to less blinking and faster tear evaporation. If you're already feeling the strain, it's time to be proactive.
How Blink Eyewear Can Help
At Blink Eyewear, our dry eye care begins with a full evaluation. We identify whether your dry eye is caused by poor tear quality, low production, gland dysfunction, or external irritants.
We then build a custom treatment plan that may include:
Revital-Eyes IPL Therapy:
Targets inflammation and improves oil gland function in the eyelids
Revital-Eyes RF Therapy:
Uses gentle radiofrequency heat to unclog glands and restore tear stability
Prescription Eye Drops or Lubricants:
Helps reduce inflammation and improve moisture retention
In-Office Eyelid Cleaning or Heat Treatments:
Especially helpful for patients with blepharitis or MGD
Lifestyle Tips for Fall Dry Eye Management:
Including humidifier use, screen-time adjustments, lid hygiene, and blink exercises
Stay Ahead of Winter With a Fall Dry Eye Assessment
You don’t have to wait until your eyes are miserable to get help. At Blink Eyewear, we make it easy to identify the cause of your symptoms and get the right treatment before winter makes things worse. Contact us to book your dry eye consultation today at one of our Calgary locations: Crowfoot, West Springs, or Creekside. Your eyes will thank you.