Do you need a special solution for colored contacts?

Do you need a special solution for colored contacts?

First of all, you should use a proper contact lens solution for cleaning your colored lenses and storing them at night. A multipurpose solution can disinfect your color lenses and remove protein build-ups, so all you need to do is to put your lenses in a case with fresh solution overnight.

Can you put colored contacts on top of prescription ones?

If you are wondering if colored contacts can be worn over prescription contacts, the answer is no. Contact lenses are not manufactured for layering and can lead to serious eye infections and can cause severe damage to your eyes. You only have one pair of eyes. It’s not worth the risk.

Can I put my colored contacts in water?

“The firm answer is no, you cannot use water as a contact solution. Using tap water, bottled or even distilled water is never the substitute for contact lens solution.” Tap water is not salty like tears are so contact lenses absorb the water and swell. They hold onto it and this causes a problem.

Which lens Colour will suit me?

Other Considerations When Choosing Coloured Contacts For best results, however, consider blue, green or violet lenses. The best coloured contacts to match any shade of red hair is green. Bright green contacts are more suited for deep shades of red hair, while darker green tones go well with lighter red hair.

Do you need eye exam for colored contacts?

Yes, colored contact lenses are safe — as long as your contacts are properly fitted, worn and cared for. It’s essential that you see an eye doctor for a proper contact lens exam and fitting. This will ensure your color contacts are safe and comfortable and look natural on your eye.

How do you get contacts out without touching your eye?

Position your dominant hand. Place the tip of either your middle finger or your thumb — whichever is most comfortable — on the center of your lower eyelid. Gently pull the eyelids back, away from the eye, and push in. This will pull your upper and lower eyelids back a little bit, exposing your waterline on each eyelid.

How long does it take to wear contact lenses?

How long to wear your lenses for. In general most soft contact lenses have a recommended wearing time of not more than 10-12 hours continuously for up to 5 days a week. It’s recommended that you wear glasses for a couple of days a week to ensure that your eyes receive more than enough oxygen to stay healthy.

Can contacts change eye color?

Opaque tint. This is a non-transparent tint that can change your eye color completely. If you have dark eyes, you’ll need this type of color contact lens to change your eye color. Color contacts with opaque tints come in a wide variety of colors, including hazel, green, blue, violet, amethyst, brown and gray.

How do colored contact lenses work?

Color enhancer contact lenses are used to boost an existing eye color or slightly alter its tint. Enhancers have a light tint which will vary from covering the entire lens, to simply covering the outer edge of the iris. A sea green enhancer put on top of a green eye will give a bright green and very natural effect.

Can prescription contacts be colored?

All color contact lenses require a prescription but even if you don’t need vision correction, ask your doctor about 0.00, or plano contacts, so you can get the benefit of changing your eye color without the corrective prescription.