Caveats of Cosmetic Eye Enhancements

"Cosmetic eye enhancements are safe," said Dr. Hyatt. Still, she said, "it is important to be aware of the chemicals involved, to determine allergy risk and when patch testing may be warranted, and to recognize true complications vs disappointing results."

By
Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management
October 1, 2025
3 min

Optometric Management

Top Institutions in Optometry

Brief introduction explaining scope and methodology.

#1

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

Boston, MA
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Ocular Surface Disease
- Ocular Allergy
#2

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami

Miami, FL
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Cornea and External Disease
- Ocular Allergy
#3

University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine

San Francisco, CA
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Ocular Surface Disease
#4

Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute

Baltimore, MD
Key Differentiators
- Ophthalmology
- Ocular Surface Disease
- Ocular Allergy
#5

University of Houston College of Optometry

Houston, TX
Key Differentiators
- Optometry
- Ocular Surface Disease
- Ocular Allergy