How common is psoriasis on the eyelids?
Psoriasis on the eyelids is believed to be relatively uncommon, though it does happen. Researchers used to estimate that about 10 percent of people with psoriasis had involvement of their eyes or the areas around their eyes.
However, newer research suggests that eye complications Show Full Answer
How common is psoriasis on the eyelids?
Psoriasis on the eyelids is believed to be relatively uncommon, though it does happen. Researchers used to estimate that about 10 percent of people with psoriasis had involvement of their eyes or the areas around their eyes.
However, newer research suggests that eye complications, including psoriasis affecting the eyelid or other structures within the eye, may actually be more common than previously thought.
Many MyPsoriasisTeam members share their experiences with eyelid psoriasis. One member said, "My facial psoriasis is playing up today. Itchy eyelids are no fun," while another wrote, "I have developed a plaque on my eyelid! I had really hoped my face would not be affected."
It's not entirely clear what causes psoriasis to affect the eyelids specifically, but researchers have linked it to inflammation that affects the whole body. Eyelid psoriasis is often a type of facial psoriasis caused by sebopsoriasis.
November 30, 2025
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