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Blepharitis is a chronic or long-term inflammation of the eyelids and eyelash hair follicles and which can affect people of all ages. It usually affects the edges along both the eyes. When the tiny oil glands near the base of the eyelashes become clogged, they give rise to irritation and redness.

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