Yes, I think it is possible. Wearing too much heavy eye makeup might cause a sty to develop, especially you share the makeup with someone else. A sty is an acute secretory glands infection in eyelids. It is usually caused by blocked oil glands which produce oil to lubricate eyes. Since the oil glands are blocked, the oil will build up and extrude out resulted in a red, painful and nodular lump. In some cases, the lump will subside when the glands blockage is opened. In some cases, you can see the white or yellow point at top of the lump, which will clear off after the pus is drained. Heavy eye makeup might block the glands easily. If the lump lingers longer, it is easily to get infection and inflammation which make it more painful. If you want to prevent it, try not to wear eye makeup or make up lightly. Use the specialized eye makeup remover each time before wash your face. Apply warm compress for about 10 minutes each time, 3-4 times per day. Don't squeeze the lump which might cause infection, but you can massage tenderly. Antibiotic ointment or eye drops could help too.
