What Are the Home Remedies for Stringy Eye Mucus?

When your eyes have stringy mucus, it can be helpful to try gentle home care. First, use a clean, warm cloth as a compress on your closed eyes for several minutes. This helps loosen the mucus and soothes the eye area. Next, gently wash your eyes with clean, warm water or a saline solution. Use a soft cotton ball and be very careful not to rub your eyes too hard. Some studies suggest that diluted honey can offer relief because of its natural healing properties. Always mix it with water in a very clean container and never use it undiluted on your eyes. For babies with eye mucus, some research shows that using a few drops of expressed breast milk on the eyes can be safe and soothing. Remember, these home remedies are meant as gentle care, but if the problem worsens, causes pain, or lasts more than a few days, it’s important to speak with a doctor for proper guidance to ensure more serious underlying conditions are promptly identified and treated.