Scope Eyecare Launches OPTASE® Heat Mask Pro, an Advanced Heat Therapy Mask for Dry Eye, MGD, Styes and Blepharitis

NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Scope Health, Inc., an international healthcare company dedicated to the management of ocular surface disease, today announced the launch of OPTASE® Heat Mask Pro, an advanced heat therapy mask engineered to deliver targeted, symptomatic relief for Dry Eye Disease, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), Styes, and Blepharitis. Built on OPTASE's established Hydrobead™ moist heat technology, the Pro model adds a machine-washable bamboo cover, a contoured fit with a latex-free and Velcro-free adjustable strap, and durability rated for up to 365 daily uses — making consistent, at-home eyelid therapy more comfortable and more sustainable for long-term MGD management.

Key Features

• Soothes and relieves persistent symptoms of Dry Eye Disease, MGD, Styes, and Blepharitis.
  
  
• Advanced heat therapy delivers sustained, therapeutic moist heat via Hydrobead™ technology, which absorbs moisture from the air and releases it as consistent, even heat.
  
  
• With a machine-washable cover for better hygiene, comfort, and longer-term use.
  
  
• Premium, purposeful design, with a soft bamboo fabric cover, a contoured fit with stitching to hold the beads in place to deliver better targeted heat profile. It also contains a latex-free, non-Velcro adjustable strap that is built for comfortable everyday wear.
  
  
• Up to 365 daily uses, engineered for ongoing MGD management and long-term value.
  
  
• Dual-purpose therapy: in addition to moist heat, the mask can be chilled for cold therapy to help reduce symptoms of eye allergies and puffy eyes.
  
  
• Package contents: mask cover, mask insert, and storage pouch.

How It Works

Moist heat therapy helps soften the oils in the meibomian glands and improve their quality — oils the eye needs for a stable tear film and reduced tear evaporation. Tear film evaporation is a leading contributor to Dry Eye Disease and the irritation it causes.

OPTASE® Heat Mask Pro's Hydrobead™ technology absorbs moisture from the air and releases it as consistent, moist heat, softening meibomian gland oils and helping loosen eyelash debris, while its contoured fit and stitching are designed for even heat distribution across both eyelids. The mask heats up in seconds and is recommended for 10 minutes of use over closed eyes; it can also be chilled in the freezer for 30 minutes and worn for 5–7 minutes as a cold compress for allergy-related puffiness.

The new OPTASE Heat Mask Pro can be used as part of the OPTASE® Protocol - Heat • Cleanse • Hydrate • Supplement.

Susan J. Gromacki, OD, MS, FAAO, FSLS, Dipl AAO, says "Guidelines recommend consistent eyelid warming, and the OPTASE Heat Mask Pro gives my patients the consistent moist heat it calls for. It feels soothing rather than too hot, and the soft, contoured fit makes the full 10-minute session easy to relax into. Compliance has always been the weak point of warm compress therapy. When patients find their treatment this comfortable, they keep doing it, and that daily routine is what supports their meibomian glands over time."

According to Nandini Venkateswaran MD, "For patients with meibomian gland disease and dry eye, an effective at-home heat therapy is not an accessory to care but rather a cornerstone. We recommend it constantly, yet advice alone is not enough. Unless we equip patients with trusted product recommendations, clear instructions, and an understanding of why heat and lid massage matter, they will be unsure when to use them and why to persist. Heat is the foundation of meibomian gland disease management because the behavior of meibum is governed by temperature. This lipid mixture either flows or stagnates depending on its melting point. Warmth restores its fluidity, allowing it to be expressed and the tear film's lipid layer to be replenished, which curbs evaporative tear loss and stabilizes tear break-up time. I tell my patients that consistency is key for their gland health. Early, regular heat helps keep these glands working and may spare them the late-stage consequences of atrophy and dropout."

Availability

OPTASE® Heat Mask Pro will be available at $24.95 retail on optase.com and both Amazon and Walmart.com.

About Scope Health, Inc.

Scope Health, Inc. is dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative healthcare solutions that improve quality of life. Through its OPTASE® brand, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio of products designed to support eye comfort, eye health, and overall wellness through science-backed innovation.

For more information, visit www.optase.com.

SOURCE Scope Health Inc