Highlights ·        Dry eye disease (DED) is associated with many risk factors, including those associated with lifestyle.1 ·        Cigarette consumption is a significant risk factor for various diseases, including cardiovascular, pulmonary, and malignant disorders.2 ·        In addition, smoking is a major contributing factor to ocular surface damage, resulting in dry eye disease (DED) development.2,3 ·        This infographic provides in-depth information on the association between smoking and DED and the detrimental effects of smoking on ocular surface health.