Wash your hands before touching your eye
Apply a warm compress to the closed eyelid for 10 to 15 minutes, 3 to 6 times a day
Gently massage the eyelid after the warm compress
Keep the eyelid clean with mild soap or eyelid wipes
Do not squeeze, pop, or puncture the stye
Avoid eye makeup until it heals
Avoid contact lenses until it heals
Use over-the-counter pain relief if needed and safe for you
Replace old eye makeup and contact lenses after recovery
See a doctor if the stye does not improve in 1 to 2 weeks
See a doctor if swelling spreads, vision changes, or pain worsens
Seek urgent care if you have fever or severe eye swelling