How to Care for Your Contact Lenses? (Updated)

Contact lenses are a great alternative to eyeglasses, but they require some extra care and attention. Following these tips will help you keep your contacts clean and free of bacteria, which will reduce the risk of eye infection.

Rub the lenses gently with the cleaning solution.

Do not rub your contact lenses too hard with the cleaning solution. As well as being unpleasant for your eyes, this can damage the lens material and may leave it less comfortable to wear.

It is also possible that the surface of a lens could be damaged or scratched by excessive rubbing with a cloth or other object.

Rinse the contact lens thoroughly.

Rinse the contact lens thoroughly with your solution for at least 10 seconds, making sure to move it around so that it gets completely clean. Don’t forget to rinse your other hand as well!

This is important because if you don’t properly rinse off the solution from your hands before touching a surface, bacteria can enter your eye via objects or surfaces you touch (e.g., tablet screen, door handle).

Place a contact lens in each lens case.

• Place a contact lens in each lens case.

• Store your clean and dry contact lenses in the case

• Replace the cap(s) on your lens case(s), being sure to screw them tightly

Fill each lens case with a fresh solution.

Fill each lens case with a fresh solution. Each of your contact lens cases contains a small amount of solution that is designed to work with the type of lenses you have. You should use only the particular brand and size of solution that came in your kit.

Close the lens cases and store them overnight in a cool, dry place.

Place your contact lenses in the lens case after you remove them, and then close the case. Make sure they fit snugly 

To care for your contacts properly and ensure their longevity, you should store them in a cool, dry place overnight. Additionally, never leave your contact lenses inside hot cars or on sunny dashboards. The heat will damage your contact lenses  over time.

Replace your contact lens case 

One of the most important things you can do to prevent infections and bacterial growth is make sure your contact lens case is clean. This will ensure that bacteria and dust don't build up under your contacts, which can cause irritation and infection.

To maintain proper hygiene, clean the lens case with warm water after each use. Make sure you dry it thoroughly before storing it in a cool, dry place where the temperature is between 59°F and 95°F (15-35°C).

Replace your contact lens case every 3 months or sooner if there are signs of wear or damage (e.g., cracks).

Keep your contact lenses clean and bacteria-free to avoid eye infections

Contact lenses can become contaminated with bacteria, which can cause eye infections. For this reason, it is important to keep your contact lenses clean and free from bacteria before each use.

Additionally, contact lens users should clean and disinfect their lenses after each use. Contact lens wearers should also be sure to clean their lenses at least once a day because it's difficult for the eyes to fully remove this build up on their own.

After cleaning and removing your contact lenses, give your eyes a break by wearing glasses or going without them for a few days.

If you are experiencing any discomfort while wearing your contacts, seek the advice of an optometrist or ophthalmologist.