At some point in life we all begin to rely on contact lenses. They are so handy at fixing vision that there is no reason to resist the convenience in your life. However, contact lenses may trigger panic response if they behave awkwardly such as being stuck in the vial or in your eyes. We… Continue reading Contact Lenses: 3 Troubleshoot Contact Lens Advises
Category: Color Contact Lens Basic Info
Why do I need a Hands-Free Cleaning System for Colored Contacts?
Every year doctors report an increasing number of patients with minor to vision threatening infections contracted due to improper hygiene and negligence towards colored contacts. Contact lenses are medical devices that need diligent maintenance. Ignorance towards concrete cleaning system of contacts may lead to total vision loss & corneal abrasions. With today’s fast-paced life, there… Continue reading Why do I need a Hands-Free Cleaning System for Colored Contacts?
What are Extended Wear & Daily Wear Contact Lenses?
Disposable soft contact lenses are available in 2 types that are extended wear and daily wear. Both of the types aim at improving visual acuity where the former can be left in eyes while you sleep and the latter have to be removed every night. However; patients with sensitive eyes, prone to catching eye allergies… Continue reading What are Extended Wear & Daily Wear Contact Lenses?
Daily Disposable Vs Monthly Disposable Clear Contacts
The best thing about contact lenses is the freedom of wearing them for varying lengths of time. Daily disposable clear contacts are worn & discarded every day whereas biweekly and monthlies last you longer needing every day maintenance. Choice between the two depends on one’s personal preference, lifestyle & type of vision correction required. Shall… Continue reading Daily Disposable Vs Monthly Disposable Clear Contacts
Are your Colored Contacts Vegan Friendly & Cruelty Free?
Using cruelty free products is about helping animals and contributing to maintaining a sustainable eco system. Leaping bunny companies are committed to manufacturing vegan & cruelty free products but cruelty free products are not necessarily vegan friendly always. Although colored contacts in most countries required to be tested on animals before they are made available… Continue reading Are your Colored Contacts Vegan Friendly & Cruelty Free?
Contact Lenses: Is it Farsightedness or Presbyopia?
Headache, eye strain, blurred vision and occasional dizziness are symptoms that are common in both farsightedness & presbyopia. Ironically enough, both of the conditions show similar signs but are actually very different. Although both the medical conditions lead to difficulty seeing nearer objects, presbyopia is more age related. Let’s find out if you are suffering… Continue reading Contact Lenses: Is it Farsightedness or Presbyopia?
Are you cleaning your Contact Lenses Right?
Do you think you have cleaned your lenses right & they are safe to go in your eyes? Think again! Contact lenses carry potential harmful bacteria that might lead to permanent vision loss, scarring & or corneal abrasions. It is important to clean, rinse & disinfect contact lenses after each use with a multipurpose solution.… Continue reading Are you cleaning your Contact Lenses Right?
Fears about Buying Colored Lenses Online: Smart Shopping Tips
People resort to online sources when buying colored lenses. They are cost-effective, durable & long-lasting. With proper care & hygiene some lenses stay good from a couple of months to a year. Although colored lenses are easily available in discounter shops such as Walmart & Costco that you can even choose and order online; they… Continue reading Fears about Buying Colored Lenses Online: Smart Shopping Tips
Why Colored Lenses sold in Stores are Expensive?
If you are a resident of North America or Europe, it is an established fact that you rarely get great deals on conventional colored contact lenses in your local stores. On the other hand buying colored lenses online is not only convenient but also cheaper. This might get you into thinking if colored lenses sold… Continue reading Why Colored Lenses sold in Stores are Expensive?
How to make Colored Contact Lenses Feel Comfortable?
Contact lenses help correct vision and have been the preferred choice of majority. Although colored contact lenses are more used among teen agers and people under age bracket of 30, they seem to expect a soaring popularity in the next decade even among elderly due to the convenience they provide over glasses. With practice, one… Continue reading How to make Colored Contact Lenses Feel Comfortable?
How to Wear Contact Lenses with Dry Eyes?
Colored contact lenses have become a popular choice of many. Not only for patients with visual impairment but also among people who intend to update their look. Unfortunately, colored contacts have been linked with “dry eye syndrome”. Although contacts themselves do not cause dry eye syndrome, but they could possibly contribute to it leaving your… Continue reading How to Wear Contact Lenses with Dry Eyes?
7 Things you must avoid with Colored Contact Lenses
Colored contact lenses are more medical devices than just a costume accessory. They should be handled & treated likewise. Whether wearing contacts as a cosmetic necessity or to treat vision impairment; you must avoid following 10 sins with them. Never Forget to Wash Hands Accept it- we all are guilty of taking our colored contact… Continue reading 7 Things you must avoid with Colored Contact Lenses
3 Advantages of Wearing Daily Disposable Contact Lenses
Although daily disposable contact lenses could be slightly more expensive than annual replacement lenses, they are the best option for patients with sensitive eyes. Perfect for allergy prone users; daily disposable contact lenses ensure comfort whilst providing clear vision on the go. Daily disposable contact lenses are to be discarded after each wear. Not only… Continue reading 3 Advantages of Wearing Daily Disposable Contact Lenses
Corrective Contacts for Astigmatism: What are Toric Contact Lenses?
Astigmatism is a medical condition that is identified by an irregular shape of cornea and blurred vision. In patients with Astigmatism, retina fails to create a single focal point hence objects appear distorted. Since contact lenses float and are designed to rotate, regular contacts are unable to provide clear vision hence toric contacts are needed.… Continue reading Corrective Contacts for Astigmatism: What are Toric Contact Lenses?
Can Contact Lenses Fallout?
Soft contact lenses are designed to stay snug. Although there is an unnoticeable movement with every blink; they will revert to original position. Contact lenses are centered to cornea. They do not dislodge or dislocate randomly. If your contact lenses have been falling out frequently, it could be a problem with the BC of the… Continue reading Can Contact Lenses Fallout?
Why do My Eyes Feel Dry with Contact Lenses?
Contact lenses obstruct oxygen permeation due to which your eyes may feel dry. However, it is very important to understand that contact lenses are not always the reason behind dry eyes. If you always find it uncomfortable to blink eyes with heaviness in eye lids and a gritty sensation then it is not contact lenses… Continue reading Why do My Eyes Feel Dry with Contact Lenses?