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Rules to Follow When You Wear Makeup and Contact Lenses

If you’re a female who’s been wearing contact lenses for a while, you know that makeup can cause problems, at times. You’ve learned to be careful applying makeup and to stay away from glitter eye shadows.
However, if you’re new to contacts, you might be unaware of the pain associated with getting a piece of mascara in your eye, or worse under your lens, and that’s just one scenario. Read more..

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Halloween and Other Special-Effect Contact Lenses

Halloween and other special-effect contact lenses, including black contact lenses, are soft contact lenses that are available for theatrical and novelty uses. Special-effect contacts can be used whether or not you need vision correction, because most types are available with or without lens powers. Read more..

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How to Prevent Eyeglass Related Injuries

Most of us are unaware that wearing eyeglasses comes with some risks. Some eyeglass wearers choose eyeglasses over contact lenses because they consider them the safer alternative. However, eyeglasses do present a safety risk for some wearers. Read more..

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Different Types of Contact Lenses Fill Different Needs

There are different types of contact lenses to fill different needs. If you are thinking about getting contacts, your eye doctor will recommend the best kind for your eyes. Contact lenses fall into three main categories, depending on the materials … Read more..

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Separate Fitting Needed if You Want to Wear Contact Lenses

Many people enjoy better vision and greater convenience with contact lenses. If you’re considering replacing your eyeglasses with contact lenses, it isn’t as simple as switching your specs for contacts. Prescriptions for contact lenses are different from prescriptions for eye … Read more..

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10 Misconceptions about Contact Lenses

Since their invention in 1887, contact lenses have undergone many changes and, as a consequence, accumulated an assortment of myths that persists to this day. Here are 10 misconceptions about contact lenses and what the truth really is. Not Everyone Can … Read more..

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Using the Right Contact Lens Solution is Very Important

All contact lens solutions are not created equal. They are all very effective at killing bacteria and other pathogens on contact lenses but some brands are much better suited for a particular type of lens. So, if you wear contact … Read more..

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What Type of Contact Lens is Right for You?

Contact lenses are perfect for busy people and those who are active in sports. Besides offering freedom from wearing eyeglasses, properly fitted and prescribed contacts can even let you enhance or change your eye colour. Your Doctor of Optometry will … Read more..

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