Yes — shampoo and soap are irritants that can cause significant discomfort and potential harm to healing eyes after LASIK. Avoid any contact of these products with your eyes for at least 2 weeks.
Key Facts
- Shampoo is a chemical irritant that disrupts corneal healing
- Even mild baby shampoo should not contact eyes for 2 weeks
- Soap entering the eye can cause redness, pain, and temporary vision blur
- Hair conditioners and oil-based products are also irritants to avoid
- If shampoo enters the eye — rinse with lubricating drops, not water
Guidelines & Tips
- Tilt head fully back in shower when washing hair for 2 weeks
- Use a shower visor or swim goggles when washing hair
- Ask someone to help wash your hair in a sink (head tilted back) for week 1
- If soap/shampoo enters the eye — immediately instil lubricating drops and call surgeon
- Use fragrance-free, gentle shampoo to minimise airborne irritation
- Avoid dry shampoos (spray type) near the face for 1 week
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