also known as "eye boogers"

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When I was little, I was told that the Sandman had throwed sand in my eyes. Actually, I believe its infection/dirt of some sort, especially if you've been out in the wind a lot and it collects overnight in your sleep. You might want to try some eye drops to keep the eyes moist throughout the day.

it's debris collected on your eye lashes throughout the day and at night (this is true) little tiny microscopic bugs collect them and deposit it all in the corners of your eye. if it weren't for these little bugs all that stuff you find in the corners of your eye would still be on your lashes. gross i know

i think its dust and dirt that gathers during the day and at night it gets pushed out.  when i wear contacts the next day there is more gunk - i dont know why.

They are called crusties. Dont be aware of them. They are just little things in your eyes that were from the dirt the day before. Just take them out of your eyes when you wake up. They are fine!

those are from perverted uncles

sleepy seeds

dried up tears, you werent crying in your sleep its just your eyes water

xD

The Sandman paid a visit...