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3. Try A Warm Tea Bag

Another item that can be used in lieu of a warm wash cloth is a warm tea bag. Some opt to use black tea bags since the black tea not only has antibacterial properties, but it is said to help reduce the swelling as well. Simply take a cup of boiling water, dip one black tea bag inside and allow it to steep for around one minute or so. Once the tea bag has cooled down but is still warm, place it on the affected eye for around 5 to 10 minutes. If you have a stye on both eyes, be sure to use separate tea bags so that you don’t transfer bacteria from one eye to another. You may also do this a few times a day, always using a new tea bag every time.