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How to Wear Contact Lenses: A Step-by-Step Guide
Hey there, first-time contact lens user!
The struggle of learning how to wear contact lenses is a common concern for anyone who has never used them before. Worry no more because this blog will walk you through the step-by-step process of applying them to your eyes in the easiest way possible.
Preparation Before Applying the Contact Lenses
Wash and Dry Your Hands
Start by thoroughly washing your hands with mild soap and water. Afterwards, dry your hands using a lint-free towel or tissue. Ensuring that your hands are completely dry and clean before touching the contact lenses is crucial to preventing dirt and bacteria from transferring to them.
Prepare the Lenses
Once you take the contact lenses out of the container, make sure that you clean them with a fresh contact lens solution before application. Place the lenses on your palm, apply a decent amount of lens solution, and start rubbing it clockwise for 20 seconds.
Inspect the Lenses
Check your lenses for any damage, deposits, or debris. If you notice any scratches or tears, do not wear them. Damaged lenses can cause discomfort and potentially harm your eyes. For a proper way of storing your lenses, make sure to add a sufficient amount of solution on both left and right containers before placing them inside.Â
Now that you have prepared everything, you are finally ready for the crucial part of applying contact lenses to your eyes!
How to put in contact lenses?
Step 1: Position Yourself
Sit in front of a well-lit mirror. Ensure you have a steady surface to work on and a clean towel to prevent the lens from falling onto a dirty surface just in case it accidentally drops.
Step 2: Handle the lenses correctly
Step 3: How to wear contact lenses properly
Now it’s time to learn how to put in contact lenses. Look straight into the mirror, use the thumb and index finger of your less dominant hand to open your eyelid, and position the index finger of your dominant hand directly over your eye. Slowly bring the lens toward your eye without blinking until it reaches the surface.
Step 4: After the application
Blink several times and ensure that there are no signs of discomfort, such as debris stuck inside your eye. If you think everything is good, proceed to the other eye and repeat the steps.
Now that you are knowledgeable on how to wear your contact lenses properly, you are finally prepared to take them off your eyes.
How to Get Contact Lenses out of your eyes?
Step 1: Wash your hands
Just as you did before putting on your contact lenses, you’ll need to clean your hands before removing them. Remember to wash them with clean water and mild soap, then dry your hands with a clean towel or tissue.
Step 2: Position yourself
Open your eyes wide by placing the index finger of your less dominant hand on your upper eyelid and the thumb on your lower eyelid.
Step 3: Take it out
Gently point your dominant hand’s index finger and thumb in a pinch form, then gently take it out. Try not to blink since this may disrupt you from removing it.Â
Step 4: Prepare the container
Fill the contact lens container with a solution before placing your contacts back. This will prevent bacteria from building-up.Â
Now that you have learned how to put in contact lenses to your eyes,Â
If you’re wondering how to get contact lenses, check out Executive Optical’s wide range of options and meet your eye care needs today!
Here are some contact lenses, solutions, and eye drops you might want to try:
Colored Contact Lenses
Available in both graded and non-graded
EO’s colored contact lenses are the perfect blend of aesthetics and vision correction.Â
Freshlens Hazel Brown
The contact lenses that are perfect for everyday look.Â
Colors Coffee Light Brown
These contact lenses in lighter brown are ideal for a fresh and subtle change. .Â
Enhance Dali Brown
These are the perfect contact lenses if you are aiming for a more fierce and sophisticated approach.Â
Clear Contact lensesÂ
Available in graded
These clear contact lenses are highly recommended if you prefer a simple look, and prioritize vision correction over visual aesthetics.Â
Vision contact and Hydrogel Contact LensesÂ
Made with soft materials, Vision and Hydrogel also boast UV blocking properties that are ideal for both indoor and outdoor activities.
EO Flexwear Plus UV Contact lenses
This pair of contact lenses also possesses UV blocking benefits, but what sets it apart from Vision and Hydrogel is that it consists of a visible tint, which allows you to easily see and handle the lenses during insertion and removal.Â
Contact Lens Solution
EO Flexwear Plus UV Contact lenses
When you purchase contact lenses, you will also need to buy a solution, as it is necessary for disinfecting and storing your contacts.
EO Visualities Moisture Lock System MultipurposeÂ
This solution contains sodium hyaluronate, a type of hyaluronic acid—a natural lubricating substance found in the body that is essential for addressing dry eyes. It not only disinfects contact lenses but also prevents dryness caused by long hours of wear.
All Artificial Tears FormulaÂ
This solution disinfects and removes proteins from contact lenses whilst keeping the eyes moisturized.Â
EO Lensflo Plus Multi Purpose
This solution effectively disinfects and removes deposits and protein buildup. Additionally, it’s also used for storing and keeping contact lenses wet, which is excellent for maintaining them in good condition.
Eye Drops
Wearing contact lenses for long hours may lead to dryness, but this can be prevented by using eye drops.
ATF Eye Drops Artificial Tears Formula
These eye drops are specifically formulated to rehydrate dry eyes, whether you’re wearing contact lenses or not. They also contain boric acid, which instantly reduces irritation and dryness.
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