You want to wear colored contact lenses or you usually do. You're probably wondering what rules you need to follow to take care of your eyes and your colored lenses. Our optician Sarah Marlien tells you everything in this post and helps you understand the dos and don'ts with her advice.

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

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

Wash your hands before inserting your colored lenses

The same applies to colored lenses. Washing your hands before handling them should quickly become a habit, if it isn't already. It is 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 like to wear makeup, it is perfectly possible to wear colored contacts while still sporting their favorite makeup. To this end, it is recommended to always apply makeup after inserting your Colored Contact Lenses and to 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 with Solotica annual colored lenses or Dahab semi-annual colored lenses. Their lifespan is still limited, so they can deteriorate over time. Always check before placing your colored contact lens on your eye that it is in perfect condition. Does it show any irregularities or signs of wear (tearing, damaged edges, etc.)? If the lens is intact, you can calmly place it on your eyes.

Change your colored contact lens case regularly

Also, be sure to change your Colored Contact Lens Case each time you change your Colored Contact Lens Care Product.

After placing your Colored Contact 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; 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 A maximum of 8 hours of daily colored lens wear is recommended to maintain your contact lens life. And be sure to check your colored lens renewal dates, even if it means setting reminders on your phone to ensure you change them on time and avoid complications due to prolonged wear or discomfort during wear.