The Overnight Eye Sealant Gunk

The "sleep" in your eyes you notice when you wake up was produced to help seal your eyes in an airtight fashion when your eyelids are closed. By forming this seal, it prevents the tears in your eyes from spilling over your lids and running down your cheeks. At the same time, it helps keep the tears that coat your eyes from evaporating while they are shut.

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