You're interested in wearing colored contact lenses or you're used to wearing them. You're probably wondering what rules you need to follow to take care of your eyes and your colored contact lenses. Our optician Sarah Marlien tells you everything in this post and helps you understand what to do and what not to do with her advice.

Whether your eyes are fragile or not, there are a few very simple rules for take care of your eyes and avoid possible eye complications when wearing colored contact lenses.

Indeed, hygiene is very important, especially during this period of global pandemic with COVID-19 where we are made aware of the importance of hand washing (we also recommend that you read the recommendations of the AOF, the Association of Optometrists of France on contact lenses ).

Wash your hands before putting in your colored lenses.

The same goes for colored lenses. Washing your hands before handling them should quickly become a habit, if it isn't already. It's essential to wash your hands before touching your colored lenses to avoid transferring bacteria or microbes to your eyes.

Makeup and Colored Contact Lenses

For women who enjoy wearing makeup, it's perfectly possible to wear colored lenses while still sporting their favorite makeup. To do this, it's recommended to always apply makeup after inserting your colored lenses and remove it after removing your colored lenses.

Check the condition of your colored lenses before inserting them

Some colored lenses can be used for long periods of time. This is the case for Solotica annual colored lenses or Dahab biannual colored lenses . Their lifespan is still limited, so they can deteriorate over time. Always check before placing your colored lens on your eye that it is in perfect condition. Does it have any irregularities or signs of wear (tears, damaged edges, etc.)? If the lens is intact, you can confidently place it on your eyes.

Change your colored lens case regularly

Also, be sure to changeyour Colored Lens Case every time you change your Colored Lens Care Product .

After placing your colored lenses on your eyes, empty your case thoroughly so that it stays dry throughout the day. This tip will prevent the proliferation of microbes in stagnant liquid.

Never use tap water to rinse your colored lenses, as it could carry amoebas and put you at risk of developing corneal disease.

Once a year, visit your ophthalmologist to check your eye health .

Remember to respect the 8 hours of wearing colored lenses maximum daily to maintain your contact lens capital. And check the renewal dates of your colored lenses carefully, even if it means setting reminders on your phone to change them on time and avoid complications due to prolonged wear or discomfort during wear.