I know! I know! :) (Eyebright Formula herbs & qualities) Re: WOOHOO! & TRIPLE-YAY!!! Re: Yay For You....Re: Attn! Apothecary is out of Eyebright! :( :( :(

>>>Would eyebright maybe help with outside infections like blepharitis...anyone know?<<<

Yes, yes...and YES again!! :)

For those that aren't familiar with "blepharitis", I've pasted some general definitions below.  The Eyebright Formula (not just the herb Eyebright) should be extremely effective for any/all conditions such as blepharitis. 

Time & time again we we see what a truly knowledgeable healer Dr. Christopher was.  Most equate him with something like a "teddy-bear grandpa with herbal potions", but his research and knowledge-base was huge! 

The herbal comination in the Eyebright formula leaves no stone left unturned in all aspects of healing the eyes; the herbs in the formula are known to:

Bayberry bark - reduce inflammation; reduce itching; increase circulation; antibacterial; antifungal; strengthens blood vessels and is an astringent - it also bolsters the immune & lymphatic systems

Eyebright herb - has been used for centuries to heal the eyes; it's a "specific" for conjunctivitis & blepharitis; reduces inflammation; itchiness & eyestrain of various kinds; reduces allergic responses; it's decongestant properies increase/improve circulation; it reduces intra-ocular pressure, and has antibacterial qualities

Goldenseal root - has a strong affinity for the mucous membranes and it's strong antibacterial (broad spectrum) and antiinflamatory are outstanding. It stimulates the immune system; increases fluid elimination; a strong 'detoxifier' (helping cells to detoxify themselves, too); by dilating surface blood vessels, it increases circulation (and circulation of the lymphatic system)

Red Raspberry leaf - this herb helps to reduce or eliminate macular degeneration; sharpen vision; reduce glare.  It has strong anti-viral, anti-bacterial & antifungal properties; it is also an astringent and good for wounds & ulcerations of all types & soothes irritation in general.  It cleanses mucous membranes and thins mucus secretions

Cayenne - increases & restores circulation (HUGE!), heals all kinds of 'wounds' (think: broken/damaged blood vessels in/behind the eye) and also has antibacterial qualities.  The benefits are endless & very well known.

I guess the only question really is - when taken internally AND used as an eyewash...how could it NOT work?!!!

Healthiest of blessings,

Unyquity

Definitions of blepharitis on the Web:

• inflammation of the eyelids characterized by redness and swelling and dried crusts
  wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn
• Condition characterized by crusting around the eyes upon awakening, itching, burning, tearing, swollen eyelids and mucus.
  www.order-discount-contact-lens-online.com/discount-contact-lens-glossary.htm
• inflammation, redness, burning, and itching of the eyelids, most commonly in adults, that can be associated with a low grade bacterial infection ...
  www.tedmontgomery.com/the_eye/glossary/B.html
• A chronic inflammatory condition of the eyelids, common in children and adults, which causes redness, burning, itching, swollen and crusty lid margins and dry-eye symptoms.
  www.mneye.com/minneapolis-minnesota/about-your-eyes/glossary.htm
• is an inflammation of the lid margin causing persistent redness and scaliness of the skin margins. The disorder is usually a form of sebhorrheic (seb-or-ee-ick) eczema.
  www.meditec.com/common-eye-terms-problems.html
• inflammation of the eyelids. It may be due to the presence of infectious agents or be an allergic manifestation. ...
  www.en.yoteca.com/pg/glossary-of-other-diseases.asp