Several components of the tear film bilayer work together to provide hydration, lubrication, and protection to the ocular surface against microbes. 1 Although artificial tears are not intended to recapitulate natural tears, they remain the mainstay of dry eye treatment as they provide remarkable palliative and symptomatic relief across all stages of dry eye disease.
1 This infographic highlights the crucial role of phospholipids and mineral oil in treating dry eyes.