She Contemplates Growth, with Tear Burns

She Contemplates Growth; from the series 5-Minute Art by Biljka
Mixed media (collage & markers); 2023

You can give yourself the love you need, tear burns, or both. The choice is entirely yours.

Fun Fact: Yes, you actually can give yourself tear burns!

Tear burns are a form of mild contact dermatitis or skin chafing. They are usually caused by the salt and enzymes in your tears drying out the delicate skin barrier and are located directly under the eyes, at the outer corners, and down the cheeks. The best way to heal them is to gently rinse the salt away with cool water, pat dry, and apply a thick, fragrance-free healing ointment (like Vaseline or Aquaphor).

So if you gotta cry, make sure it’s worth it! 😉

First published on TikTok, September 18, 2026