Eye drops don’t usually fix eye problems. Optimel does.

Most eye drops only add moisture. Optimel uses medical-grade Manuka honey to actively calm inflammation, control bacteria, and support long-term eye health.

🌎 Used by optometrists worldwide
👨‍⚕️ Clinically researched Manuka honey
🧪 Preservative-free

Why Manuka honey works for eyes

  • Naturally antibacterial (without antibiotics)
  • Anti-inflammatory — calms irritated eye tissue
  • Supports the eye’s natural healing process
  • Helps restore tear film balance


Lubricating drops add water. Optimel adds protection.

Standard VS Optimel Eye Drop

Key Features
Standard Eye Drops
Standard Eye Drops
Optimel Manuka
Optimel Manuka
Type of Relief
Type of Relief

Temporary moisture

Type of Relief

Active treatment

Duration of Effect
Duration of Effect

Wash away quickly

Duration of Effect

Longer-lasting action

Symptom Management
Symptom Management

Mask symptoms

Symptom Management

Address underlying causes

Therapeutic Approach
Therapeutic Approach

Frequent re-application

Therapeutic Approach

Reduced reliance over time

What are you dealing with?

Dry, gritty, tired eyes

Persistent dryness, redness, inflammation

Sore, itchy, inflamed eyelids or lash line

Optimel Manuka Eye Drops

Daily relief that treats the cause, not just the feeling

Best for:

  • Mild to moderate dry eye
  • Screen-related eye strain
  • Contact lens discomfort

Key benefits:

  • Soothes irritation
  • Supports tear film stability
  • Helps calm inflammation
  • Antibacterial support

Optimel Manuka Forte Eye Gel

Maximum-strength support when standard drops aren’t enough

Best for:

  • Chronic dry eye
  • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
  • Persistent redness or irritation

Key benefits:

  • Higher Manuka honey concentration
  • Longer contact time on the eye
  • Intense soothing and protection

Optimel Manuka Honey Eyelid Cream

Targeted relief for inflamed eyelids and lash lines

Best for:

  • Blepharitis
  • Sore, itchy eyelids
  • Redness around the eyes

Key benefits:

  • Soothes and calms lid margins
  • Supports healthy eyelid skin
  • Non-greasy, gentle formula

Backed by science. Trusted by professionals.

Recommended by eye-care professionals

Clinically researched formulations

Designed for long-term eye health