Help with getting started

If you are struggling with getting contact lenses in and/or out with have a helpful guide and a video to help you  through the process.

General Tips

  • Hands should be washed and thoroughly rinsed before handling lenses.
  • A soap that is free of oils, lotions or perfumes is recommended.
  • Hands should be dried with a lint–free towel.
  • Use finger tips to handle lens (avoid finger nails and sharp objects).
  • Check to ensure lens is clean and damage–free.

How To Insert Your Lenses

  1. Wash and dry your hands
  2. Open the contact lens packet and always check if a new lens that it is intact and immersed in fluid. Do not use if the packaging is not intact
  3. Check the lens is not inside out, by looking at the shape of it (inside out looks more like a saucer than a bowl) Place the lens on your right index finger
  4. Hold up your upper lid using the index and second finger or your left hand. Hold down your lower lid using the second finger of your right hand
  5. Place the lens directly onto the centre of the eye. Close your eye for a few moments to allow the lens to settle. Repeat for the left eye.

Removing the Lens

  1. Wash and dry your hands
  2. Hold your right lower lid down with your left hand and look up slightly
  3. Using your index finger of your right hand, slide the contact lens down onto the white of your eye
  4. Using your thumb and index finger, gently pinch the lens and remove it.

 

Being a contact lens wearer does not mean giving up wearing eye make–up. Below are make–up tips for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers

  • Apply makeup after inserting contacts. Before applying makeup, insert your contact lenses.
  • Use eye drops before apply makeup so it does not ruin your handy work.
  • Never sleep in your makeup, especially if you wear contacts. Fine bits of makeup can get into your eyes leaving them red, dry and irritated when you wake up.
  • Consider using disposable mascara wands to avoid eye irritation. If you are prone to irritation around the eye area, consider investing in a bag of disposable mascara wands and use a new one each time you apply your mascara. This will help keep bacteria out of your eyes.
  • For sensitive eyes, stick to hypoallergenic formulas. If you have really sensitive eyes and most mascaras you try lead to itchy reactions, use the all natural hypoallergenic formulas found at most health food stores. Additionally, stay away from eyeliners that contain shimmer. The mica in them can scratch delicate skin and cause irritation.
  • Use waterproof mascaras and eyeliners. If you have problems with runny eyeliners either from using eye drops or having eyes that tear up easily, use waterproof eyeliner pencils to ensure they stay in place all day long.
  • Stay away from lining the inner rims of your eyes with eyeliner because it can irritate them.
  • Avoid pink–toned eye shadows, which can make your eyes look red, especially if you are experiencing any irritation.
  • When applying sunscreen, use a special SPF made for the eye area, and then use your regular facial sunscreen elsewhere. This way, sunscreen won’t run in your eyes and cause them to sting.
  • Prevent moisturizers from irritating your eyes. Use a cotton swab to wipe the lash line on the top and the bottom after applying eye cream to ensure nothing seeps into the eye.