The Dry Eye Relief Guide is a practical, education-first resource written by Dr Nicholas Altuneg, a behavioural optometrist with more than 30 years of clinical experience helping people understand and manage dry eye. It brings together clear, step-by-step guidance you can start using today, from everyday lifestyle basics through to knowing when it’s time to see a professional.

What You’ll Learn

• What dry eye really is, and why it has become so common
• The three main types of dry eye, and why identifying yours matters
• Where to start building a dry eye routine that suits you
• Lifestyle habits that may support day-to-day eye comfort
• How diet can play a role in supporting eye health
• The connection between menopause, hormones and dry eye
• How to wear makeup more comfortably, even with dry eyes
• How to choose a routine suited to your symptoms
• Troubleshooting steps if your current routine isn’t helping as expected
• An overview of the main tools and product categories that can support a dry eye routine
• Clear guidance on when to seek an in-person professional assessment
• A 7-day dry eye tracker to help you monitor progress
• A categorised list of recommended products, for easy reference

Who This Guide Is For

This guide is written for anyone who experiences dry, gritty, tired or uncomfortable eyes and wants a clearer understanding of what might be happening and what steps may help. It’s a useful starting point whether you’re newly noticing symptoms, have tried a few things without much luck, or simply want a more structured approach to your eye care routine. It is general education, not a diagnosis or treatment plan, and individual results and treatment needs vary. It works best alongside advice from your own optometrist or eye care professional, not instead of it.

What’s Included

• A 60+ page downloadable PDF guide, with a full table of contents and clickable chapter navigation
• 11 chapters covering causes, lifestyle factors, product categories and troubleshooting
• A bonus 7-day dry eye tracker
• An appendix of recommended products by category, with direct links
• Ongoing personal access, so you can re-read and reference it anytime

About the Author

Dr Nicholas Altuneg, B.OPTOM (HONS), is a behavioural optometrist and the founder of Eyes by Design. With more than 30 years in practice, he has helped many people better understand and manage dry eye, and created this guide to make that same practical, step-by-step approach available beyond the consult room.

Important Educational Disclaimer

This guide is intended for general education only. It is designed to help you better understand dry eye and make sensible, informed everyday choices, and it is not a substitute for a personalised eye examination, diagnosis or treatment plan. Everyone’s eyes, health history and symptoms are different, and individual results and treatment needs vary. Before starting, stopping or changing any treatment, supplement, eye drop, medication or routine, please seek advice from your optometrist, GP, ophthalmologist or another appropriately qualified health professional. If you experience sudden or severe symptoms, such as significant eye pain, sudden vision loss or vision changes, please seek professional care promptly.

Download & Access Instructions

This is a digital product, so no physical item will be shipped. After your payment is confirmed, your download link will appear immediately on the order confirmation page and will also be sent to your email address. If you checkout with an account, you can access the guide anytime under My Account > Downloads. Having trouble with your download? Get in touch and we’ll sort it out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a physical book?
No, this is a downloadable PDF guide. Nothing will be posted to you.

What device can I read it on?
The PDF opens on any phone, tablet, computer or e-reader with a standard PDF viewer.

Will I get relief straight away?
Dry eye responds differently for everyone, and this guide is designed to help you build a routine over time rather than promise instant results. Some people notice changes within a few weeks, others take longer, and ongoing professional support may be needed.

Does this replace seeing my optometrist?
No. It’s designed to complement, not replace, personalised professional advice and any eye examinations you need.

Can I share it with a friend or family member?
The guide is licensed for personal use only. Please don’t copy, resell or distribute it. If someone else would find it useful, they’re welcome to purchase their own copy.