OCuSOFT Inc. Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation and Leadership in Eye Care

Richmond, TX [July 29, 2026] — OCuSOFT Inc., a privately held leader in eyelid hygiene and ocular health, is proud to celebrate its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of innovation, scientific advancement, and dedication to improving eye care for both patients and professionals.

Founded in 1986, OCuSOFT Inc. has been at the forefront of ocular health innovation for 40 years. The company transformed eyelid hygiene by introducing OCuSOFT® Lid Scrub®, the first commercially available eyelid cleanser, creating what has become the commercial eyelid hygiene category. Since then, OCuSOFT Inc. has continued to develop innovative solutions that have helped shape the standard of care for millions of patients worldwide.

Since its founding, OCuSOFT Inc. has been guided by a simple but powerful idea: that thoughtful innovation and strong partnerships with eye care professionals can meaningfully improve patient outcomes. What began as a focused effort to address unmet needs in eyelid hygiene has grown into a globally recognized portfolio of products supporting ocular surface health, dry eye management, and patient care.

Over the past forty years, OCuSOFT Inc. has introduced numerous category-defining products, expanded its manufacturing capabilities, and continued investing in research and development to address the evolving needs of patients and healthcare providers. Through continuous product development, educational initiatives, and partnerships with clinicians and researchers, the company has helped bring practical solutions to some of the most common challenges faced in modern eye care.

“As we reflect on the past forty years, we are incredibly grateful to the eye care professionals who have trusted OCuSOFT Inc. and made our work possible,” said Thomas Mason, President of OCuSOFT Inc. “Their commitment to their patients continues to inspire everything we do. Reaching this milestone is a tremendous honor, and it strengthens our resolve to continue supporting the profession with innovative solutions for the decades ahead.”

Cynthia Barratt, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of OCuSOFT Inc., reflected on the company’s journey and the community that helped shape it. “When we founded OCuSOFT Inc. forty years ago, our goal was simple—to create products that truly helped eye care professionals care for their patients,” said Barratt. “What has made this journey so meaningful is the incredible community of doctors, partners, and patients who have supported us along the way. Seeing how far the field of ocular surface health has come and knowing that OCuSOFT Inc. has played a role in that progress, is something I’m deeply proud of.”

Today, OCuSOFT® products are recommended by eye care professionals and used by patients across the United States and around the world. As eye care continues to evolve, OCuSOFT Inc. remains focused on the future—working alongside doctors, researchers, and industry partners to advance the science of ocular surface health and bring meaningful innovations to the patients who depend on them.

The company will commemorate its 40th anniversary throughout the year, recognizing the clinicians, partners, employees, and patients who have contributed to its journey.

About OCuSOFT Inc.

OCuSOFT Inc. is a privately held company founded in 1986 and widely recognized for its OCuSOFT® Lid Scrub® Eyelid Cleansers and for pioneering the commercial Eyelid Hygiene category in Eye Care. OCuSOFT Inc. offers a comprehensive portfolio of eye care products, including the Retaine® brand line of eye drops, ointments, emulsions, sprays, nutritional supplements, and other innovative solutions designed to support ocular health.

Contact: Troy Smith, Sr. Vice President of Group Development

Phone: (800) 233-5469

Email: tsmith@ocusoft.com