Contact lenses are safe and convenient when they're looked after properly. Most problems come from a few easy-to-fix habits.
- Wash and dry your hands before touching your lenses.
- Use fresh solution every time — never top up old solution.
- Never use water or saliva to clean or store lenses.
- Replace lenses on schedule: dailies are for one day only.
- Replace your lens case every one to three months.
- Don't sleep in lenses unless they're designed for overnight wear.
- Remove lenses before swimming or showering.
- Always carry a back-up pair of glasses.
New to contact lenses?
Your contact lens power can differ from your glasses power, so start with the right prescription and fit. We'll show you how to put lenses in, take them out and look after them.