Traditional wellness · educational
Acupressure for Tired Eyes (Screen Fatigue)
For eyes that have been on a screen all day. Three points around the brow and the base of the skull — about two minutes, no drops needed.
Start with these
- BL2 — inner end of the brows · index, angling upward · 20s
- Taiyang — temple · small circles · 30s each side
How to press
Tool — your thumb pad or index-finger knuckle. No gadgets needed.
Angle — press straight in, perpendicular to the skin.
Pressure — firm but comfortable: a dull ache, never sharp pain.
Time — 30–60 seconds per point. Breathe slow, press on the exhale.
The points, one by one
BL2 · Zǎnzú
攒竹 · inner end of the eyebrows
Why people try it
Used for tired, screen-tired eyes.
How to use
Index, upward, 20–30s.
When to try
After long screen time.
How to tell you've got it
A light ache tucked under the brow ridge.
Common mistake
Pressing down onto the bone. Angle upward, under the ridge, and keep it gentle — this area is delicate.
EX-HN5 · Tàiyáng
太阳 · temple
Why people try it
Used for temple-area tension.
How to use
Index, small circles, 30s each side.
When to try
When your temples ache.
How to tell you've got it
A mild ache in the shallow hollow beside the brow.
Common mistake
Pressing on the bone at the edge of the eye socket. Move about a finger-width back, into the soft dip.
GB20 · Fēngchí
风池 · back of skull, neck hollows
Why people try it
A common point for neck and head tension.
How to use
Thumbs press up & in, 30–60s.
When to try
After screen time or when your neck feels tight.
How to tell you've got it
A spreading ache that can reach up the back of the head.
Common mistake
Pressing the skull instead of the hollow beneath it. Tilt your chin slightly down to open the space first.
The full routine
1BL2
inner end of the brows · index, angling upward · 20s
→
2Taiyang
temple · small circles · 30s each side
→
3GB20
base of skull · thumbs press up & in · 30s
Keep the brow and temple work light — this area is delicate, so a gentle upward angle beats pressing down onto the bone. Finish at GB20 and let your shoulders drop.
Common questions
Which points help tired eyes after screen time?
BL2 (the inner end of the eyebrows), Tàiyáng (the temple) and GB20 (the hollows at the base of the skull) are the three most commonly reached for in traditional practice after long screen time.
How do I press BL2?
It sits in the small notch at the inner end of the eyebrow. Angle your index finger upward, under the brow ridge, and keep it gentle — you are looking for a light ache tucked under the ridge, not a sharp one.
Can this help with eye strain from screens?
It is a traditional practice for tired, screen-tired eyes, and results vary — it is not a treatment for any eye condition. If you have persistent eye pain, blurring, or headaches, get your eyes checked by a clinician.
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Educational use only — not medical advice. Acupressure is a traditional practice, not a medical treatment.
This page describes how the points are traditionally used; results vary, and nothing here diagnoses, treats, or
cures any condition. Points marked as avoided in pregnancy (LI4, SP6, GB21) should be skipped if you are or may be
pregnant — check with a qualified practitioner first. Don't press on injured, inflamed, or broken skin.
For persistent, severe, or worsening symptoms, see a clinician.
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