How to Use Soft Contact Lenses?
Are you a new contact lens wearer feeling nervous about inserting and removing your soft contact lenses? That’s totally normal. With a little patience and persistence, you’ll get the hang of it in no time, and soon you’ll be enjoying the benefits of wearing contact lenses.
In this article, we’ll guide you step by step through how to use contact lenses and remove them as well.
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Clean your hands
Dirty contact lenses can lead to vision problems, and you need to avoid that. This is why clean hands and soft contacts are the key before contact lens insertion.
So, wash your hands thoroughly before handling your lenses. Remember, anything that touches your eyes can transfer bacteria, so let’s keep them squeaky clean. If your lenses need a little TLC, gently wash them with moisturizer-free soap.
Handle with care
When you receive your soft contact lenses, store them in a cool, dry, and dark place. UV rays and extreme heat can harm your lenses, and we want them to stay in perfect condition. The container they come in will look like a small vial of liquid with your lenses floating inside. Use your contact lens tweezers to gently pick the soft contact lenses from their container.
Soak away
Let your soft contact lenses rest in your preferred solution after your contacts are out of their shipping container; it’s time for a good soak. Let them rest in your contact lens container with the solution of your choice for about two hours. This step is important because it removes any lingering chemicals from the delivery container and helps maintain the softness of your contacts. The result? Comfortable and happy eyes during long periods of daily wear.
Precision application
Putting on your soft contact lenses ready to put on your soft contact lenses? Place them on two fingers and gently position them onto your eyes. Be mindful of which lens is meant for each eye – you don’t need any mix-ups. Some people find it easier to look to the side while applying their lenses. As you blink and your eye re-centers, the soft contact will find its perfect position on your eye.
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How to remove soft contact lenses?
Here’s how to remove your soft contact lenses like a pro:
- Before anything else, make sure to wash and dry your hands thoroughly. Clean hands are essential to keep those eyes healthy and happy.
- Flip over your storage case and shake it to remove any leftover contact lens solution. Then, air dry the case or use a clean cloth to dry it out.
- Stand in front of a mirror and look up. Use your dominant hand. Gently pull down your lower eyelid using your middle finger. Here’s a handy tip: permanently remove the same lens first (either the right or left eye) to avoid mix-ups.
- With the index finger, carefully slide the contact lens down to the white of your eye. Be gentle and take your time.
- Using the pads of your index finger and thumb, gently pinch the lens to remove it from your eye.
- Don’t forget about the other lens. Follow the same steps to remove it from your other eye.
- If your lenses are not daily disposables, cleaning them after removal is essential. Follow the cleaning instructions provided by your eye care professional or the lens manufacturer, and use only recommended cleaning solutions. Avoid using homemade solutions.
- Pop your contacts into a storage case and cover them with a fresh contact solution. If you’re using daily disposable lenses other than extended wear lenses, remember to dispose of them properly.
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Tips for Contact Lens Care
Here are some contact lens safety tips you need to be aware of:
- Unless you’re sporting goggles while swimming, avoiding wearing contacts in water is best. Water exposure with contact can lead to eye infections like Acanthamoeba keratitis.
- Don’t use saliva to clean or moisten your contact lenses. It might introduce unwanted germs to your lenses.
- Tap water is a no-go when soaking or rinsing your lenses. Play it safe to prevent potential eye infections during contact lens removal.
- Regular blinking helps keep your contact lenses clean and moist.
- Follow your eye doctor’s recommendation and use rewetting drops to prevent dryness and discomfort in your eyes and contacts.
- Toss out any unused contact lens solution one month after opening, even if there’s still some left.
- Never reuse contact lens solutions for cleaning contact lenses. Always use a fresh solution for each cleaning.
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What’s Next?
Next time you handle your contact lenses, give these helpful tips and tricks a try! Whether you’re putting them on, taking them off, or caring for them, you’ll become a pro in no time. With a little practice and these expert suggestions, you’ll ensure a comfortable and enjoyable contact lens wearing experience.
On that note, if you’re looking for a reliable source to purchase high-quality contact lenses, Eyewa is the one. With our vast range of options and expert guidance, we can help you find the perfect contact lenses that suit your needs and preferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the easiest way to remove soft contact lenses?
Taking out soft contact lenses is easy. Just your index finger and gently touch the lower edge of the lens. Now, slowly slide it down toward the bottom of your eye. You’ll effortlessly remove the lens from your eye with a gentle squeeze between your thumb and index finger.
How do you put in and take out soft contacts for beginners?
For beginners, use your middle finger on your dominant hand to pull down your lower eyelid. Look straight ahead or up towards the ceiling, then slowly bring the contact lens towards your eye’s center and place it gently. A few blinks, looking down, and you’re done. The lens will settle into place.
How do you remove soft contact lenses without pinching them?
With this method, you don’t need to worry about pinching. Use your dominant hand’s index finger and thumb to gently press the lens’s edges together. The lens should pop out easily. Now, place it back in its case, and you’re all set.
Should you rub contacts before putting them in?
Yes, give them a gentle rub with fresh solution for sparkling clean lenses, and then rinse. This will remove lingering particles and ensure your lenses are ready for comfortable wear.
How to remove soft contact lenses?
To remove soft contact lenses, use the index finger and thumb of your dominant hand and gently press the edges of the lens together. The lens will pop out effortlessly, and you can easily place it back in its case.
What to do if you are struggling to remove contact lenses?
If you find yourself in a situation where your lens is stuck, follow the steps.
- Apply lubricating drops to your eye, then close it and move it in all directions to loosen the lens.
- A few more drops and some blinking should do the trick.
- Once the lens is freed, you can easily remove it using the sliding method.
How to remove soft contact lenses with long nails?
Even with long nails, removing lenses is a cinch! Just keep your nail angled away from the eye. With slow and firm pressure, gently push until the lens contacts the lower eyelid and you feel some resistance. Apply a little extra pressure, and the contact lens will roll out over the eyelid and out of the eye.
