How to take care of your color contact lenses: tips for wearing and cleaning

Color contact lenses are a sought-after fashion accessory that can alter or enhance your eye color. They come in various shades and tones to fit individual style choices, but wearing color contact lenses requires more care and attention than regular contact lenses. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your color contacts, while also taking care of your eyes.

Tips for Wearing Color Contact Lenses

1. Start with a healthy eye: Before you start wearing color contact lenses, it's important to make sure your eyes are healthy. Visit your eye doctor for an eye exam to determine if you're a good candidate for contact lenses and to get a prescription.

2. Follow the instructions: Make sure you understand the instructions for inserting, removing, and cleaning your contact lenses before you start wearing them.

3. Get used to them: When you first start wearing color contact lenses, it may take a few days to get used to them. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to adjust, and if you experience any discomfort or irritation, contact your eye doctor.

4. Avoid wearing them for extended periods: Prolonged wearing of contact lenses can cause dryness, discomfort, and eye infections. It's recommended to remove them after 8-10 hours of continuous wear and to give your eyes a break.

5. Keep them clean: Color contact lenses should be cleaned and disinfected regularly to prevent infections and eye irritation. Make sure you follow the instructions for cleaning and storing your lenses, and replace them as recommended.

Tips for Cleaning Color Contact Lenses

1. Use the right solution: It's important to use the right solution to clean your color contact lenses. Look for solutions specifically designed for contact lenses and avoid using tap water, which can contain bacteria that can cause eye infections.

2. Clean them daily: Clean your color contact lenses every day, even if you don't wear them every day. This will help prevent the buildup of bacteria and debris that can cause eye infections.

3. Rub them: Rub your color contact lenses gently with your fingers for at least 20 seconds before rinsing them with the cleaning solution. This will help remove dirt and debris that can cause eye infections.

4. Store them properly: Store your color contact lenses in a clean and disinfected case, and replace the case every three months. Avoid storing your lenses in water, as this can promote the growth of bacteria.

5. Don't reuse solution: Don't reuse the solution in your contact lens case, as this can lead to the buildup of bacteria and increase the risk of eye infections.

Color contact lenses can be a fun and creative way to change or enhance your natural eye color, but wearing and cleaning them requires more care and attention than regular contact lenses. By following these tips, you can get the most out of your color contacts, while also taking care of your eyes. If you experience any discomfort or irritation while wearing color contact lenses, contact your eye doctor as soon as possible.

Have a look at our easy 3-step routine for cleaning and wearing your Contact Lenses.