Yes, you can apply gulab jal (rose water) to the eyes, but it’s essential to exercise caution and consider a few factors, particularly given your situation. Rose water is commonly used in traditional practices for its cooling and soothing effects. However, the quality and purity of the gulab jal is fundamentally important here. It must be 100% pure, distilled, without any artificial additives or preservatives, which could potentially irritate your eyes.
If you decide to proceed, use a dropper to place one or two drops of pure rose water in each eye. This can be done once a day, at night, to help soothe and refresh the eyes. Make sure to wash your hands before handling the dropper to avoid contamination. Observe how your eyes react. If you experience any redness or irritation, discontinue use immediately.
It’s important to consider your prakriti (body constitution) and monitor how your body responds. Your symptoms may be related to an imbalance of the pitta dosha, especially due to the extended screen time contributing to dryness and strain. Apart from gulab jal, consider regular screen breaks, adequate hydration, and possibly incorporating eye exercises or cooling compresses like cucumber slices or a cloth soaked in chilled chamomile tea.
However, if your eyes remain dry despite these measures, it may be prudent to stick with the eye drops recommended by your healthcare provider, as they are specifically formulated for eye health. If symptoms persist, a consultation with an eye specialist might be necessary to rule out underlying conditions. Safety should be your first priority, so adjust based on how your eyes respond.
