Itchy Irritated Eye Lids. Apply a cool compress to itchy eyelids with no other symptoms. Wet a clean washcloth under cool running water and then wring out the excess water.

As the scales become courser, the eyelid surface becomes irritated and forms crusts, which may cause your lids to stick together. Other causes of itchy eyes include: It occurs when the little oil glands at the base of your eyelashes become blocked.