I’ve never tried contacts before, where do I start?
When you try contact lenses for the first time you will need to ensure that you have an eye test and a full consultation first. The consultation includes an eye health check, a discussion on lens types and suitability, a wear and care teach and an in-store trial of your chosen lens.
Can I swim / take a shower while wearing my contacts?
No, we do not recommend this as water contains a number of harmful viruses and bacteria, which can irritate eyes, making them sore and causing serious eye infections.
Can I wash my contacts with water?
Don’t be tempted to wash your contacts, or rinse your contact lens cases, with water – contact lens solution will clean and disinfect your case adequately. Allow your case to dry by placing it on a tissue after use, do not use a towel. Do not be tempted to top up your solution with water, […]
Is there a high risk of infection with using contacts?
Only if you do not look after your contact lens correctly. This is why you have to ensure that the contact lens is completely sterile before you put it in your eye. Bacteria need three things to live; food, water and warmth, which can all be found in your eye if the bacteria are present […]
What do I do if the contact lens feels uncomfortable on my eye?
First slide it off-centre and allow it to slide back into place. If it is still uncomfortable, remove the lens and rinse it thoroughly with saline or a solution recommended by your Optometrist / Ophthalmologist. If you insert a lens that is inside out it may feel uncomfortable. Remove the lens and check the shape. […]
Can I wear eye make-up with contact lenses?
Yes. But put in your lenses before applying eye make-up.
Can I sleep in contact lenses?
Do not sleep in your lenses – unless your eye care professional has advised that your eyes and lens type are suitable.
When do I replace my contact lenses?
Daily lenses are worn once and then discarded at the end of each wearing period. For monthly lenses, follow the advice of your eye care professional in regards to the replacement period. You need to replace your lenses regularly to maintain hygiene, so throw away your lenses after the recommended period. It is important to […]