Assessing how effective the Bruder Eye Hydrating Compress is in the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction compared to Traditional Warm Compress

INTERVENTION: Bruder Eye Hydrating Compress (mask applied once for 5 minutes) The Bruder Eye Hydrating Compress is a microwave activated moist heat compress intended to stimulate the meibomian glands, in order to increase lipid secretion and slow tear evaporation to bring relief for dry eye sufferers. It is considered superior to conventional treatments using warm face cloths, as the MediBeads technology incorporated in to the design of the mask eliminates the need for repeated rinsing and wringing out of the face cloth to maintain adequate heat for the required duration. All participants will receive both the Bruder Eye Hydrating Compress and the traditional warm compress. The 'wash out' period between treatments is 2 weeks CONDITION: Meibomian Gland Dysfunction PRIMARY OUTCOME: Tear film lipid layer thickness (measured with Lipiview) SECONDARY OUTCOME: ‐ subjective symptoms of dry eyes: measured by a dry eye questionnaire used (OSID Questionnaire) ‐ tear break up time: measured under slit lamp biomicroscopy using cobalt blue lighting and with fluorescein dye instilment to the eye INCLUSION CRITERIA: 18 years old and older dry eye symptoms due to MGD