Contact lenses require thorough care and the right products to ensure eye health and visual comfort. Multifunction solutions, cases, artificial tears, and lubricating drops are must-haves for every contact lens wearer. Check out our dedicated selection in the contact lens care category.
What types of contact lenses are available?
Contact lenses are categorized by their material and replacement schedule.
- Daily disposable soft lenses: immediate comfort, no maintenance required, ideal for occasional use
- Monthly or bi-monthly lenses: daily cleaning required with a multifunction solution
- Rigid lenses: excellent visual clarity, long lifespan, specific care solution
How do you care for your contact lenses?
Hygiene is the most important factor in preventing eye infections among contact lens wearers. Here is the care routine to follow.
- Gently rub the lenses in the palm of your hand with a few drops of solution before rinsing them
- Store them in the case with fresh solution—never reuse old solution
- Replace the case every 3 months to prevent bacterial contamination
- Wash your hands thoroughly before handling the lenses
Which contact lens solutions should you choose?
The choice of solution determines how long you can wear your lenses comfortably and affects your eye health.
- Multipurpose solution: cleans, rinses, disinfects, and stores — universal use for soft contact lenses
- Saline solution: rinsing only, without disinfection—to be used with a separate disinfectant
- Contact lens-compatibleartificial tears: moisturize and relieve dry eyes while wearinglenses
- Solutions for rigid lenses: a specific formulation is required, different from solutions for soft lenses
How long can you wear your contact lenses?
Wearing time depends on the type of lens and your eye doctor’s recommendations.
- Daily disposable lenses: Must be removed at night; never sleep in them
- Monthly lenses: Follow the replacement schedule, even if they still feel comfortable
- Overnight wear: only if the lens is specifically approved for this use
- If you experience eye strain, switch to glasses to let your eyes recover
What signs indicate a problem with your contact lenses?
Certain symptoms require you to remove your contact lenses and see an ophthalmologist.
- Redness, pain, or a burning sensation in the eyes
- Persistent blurred vision despite wearing the contact lens
- Watery eyes or photophobia (sensitivity to light)
- Suspected conjunctivitis: stop wearing your contact lenses immediately
Contact Lenses: Precautions for Sports and Travel
Wearing contact lenses requires specific precautions depending on the activity.
- Swimming and showering: Remove your contact lenses—bacteria and amoebas in the water can cause serious infections
- Air travel: Air conditioning dries out the eyes—bring eye wash drops or switch to glasses
- Sun: Wear sunglasses that block 100% of UV rays over your contact lenses
- Pack solution, a spare case, and your prescription in your carry-on luggage
