Blepharitis causes inflammation of the eyelids that results in red, burning and irritated eyes. Dust, dandruff and eye make-up can clog the oil gland openings along eyelid rims which leads to styes, infection and inflammation. Flakes and debris can also accumulate along the bases of the eyelashes. Treatment involves daily warm washcloths or medicated eyelid pads to gently scrub the crusty material from the eyelashes as well as light massage to encourage unclogging of the oil gland openings. While there is no cure for blepharitis, daily hygiene can improve eyelid health as well as tear quality for more comfortable eyes.