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Is it safe to put a 1:2 honey/water ratio solution in my eyes. the honey is 100% pure and i would put a drop in my eyes every hour to lighten my eyes.?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: Honey is full of bacteria. Do not put it in your eyes.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/10/2019

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A member asked:

Is it safe to put a 1:2 honey/water ratio solution in my eyes. the honey is 100% pure and i would put a drop in my eyes every hour to lighten my eyes.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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