Safe and Simple Ways to Treat That Stye on Your Eye

19. Epsom Salt Compress

Epsom salt is a trusted natural remedy best known for soothing sore muscles, but its benefits extend well beyond the bathtub. It contains magnesium sulfate, which has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and healing properties that can be particularly helpful for relieving the discomfort of a stye. To create an effective compress, dissolve 1 teaspoon of Epsom salt in 1 cup of warm, filtered water, making sure the salt is fully dissolved. Soak a clean cloth or cotton pad in the mixture and gently apply it to your closed eyelid for about 10–15 minutes. The warmth combined with the salt solution helps draw out pus or infection, reduce inflammation, and ease tenderness. Repeat this 2 to 3 times a day until the stye improves. For added benefit, follow up with a light massage around the eyelid area (not directly on the stye) to promote lymphatic drainage and encourage healing.

20. Neem (Indian Lilac) Paste

Neem, also known as Indian lilac, is a time-honored herb in Ayurvedic medicine renowned for its powerful antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. It works wonders on skin conditions and infections—including styes. Fresh neem leaves are ideal, but neem powder or neem oil can be substituted if fresh leaves aren't available. To make the paste, grind a handful of clean neem leaves with a splash of water until you achieve a thick, smooth consistency. Gently cleanse the area around your eye, then apply a small amount of the paste around the stye—avoiding contact with the eyeball. Leave it on for 10–15 minutes, then rinse gently with lukewarm water. You can repeat this once or twice a day. Neem not only helps fight off the bacteria causing the infection but also calms swelling and irritation. If you prefer a simpler option, soak a cotton pad in neem tea and use it as a compress.