Colored contact lenses are beautiful. They are easy to use and can create a stunning impact if used correctly. If you are trying a colored contact lens for the first time, here are a few tips.

Types of lenses: The lenses are tinted in several different ways. For example, daily wear lenses contain a small blue or green tint. This makes them readily visible when dropped. However, this tint is insufficient to affect your eye color. Enhancement lenses are colored more than daily wear lenses. However, the color is usually not very different from your natural eye color. For example, a blue-eyed person could find different shades of blue enhancement lenses that will play up the natural blue-colored eye. Colored tints are completely different and are tinted dramatically different. You will find colors like violent, lavender, gray, green and amethyst. These colors will dramatically change the color of your eye. Opaque tints or custom tints are also possible, however, these are only offered by selected manufacturers or dealers.

Wear: At present, you will find daily disposable lenses that are wear-and-throw. Other versions can be rinsed and reused. An extended wear option is also available in which you are wear the lens for about 25-30 days without removal.

Material: The market is evolving considerably. You will find hydrogel or silicone-based materials that are extremely comfortable for daily use. Those with sensitive eyes are usually recommended silicone hydrogel lenses as these are more porous and allow a larger amount of hydration and oxygenation to the eye. Rigid gas permeable lenses are also available. These lenses are far stiffer than normal lenses, but they allow a larger amount of oxygenation than silicone lenses. The only problem with these lenses is that they are uncomfortable and require longer adjustment time.

Prescription v.s. OTC: Prescription lenses are far more comfortable as they are custom-tailored to your eyes. Make sure you have your latest prescription for contact lenses from your optometrist or ophthalmologist. OTC lenses are also available, and they are far cheaper than prescription lenses. We recommend buying OTC lenses only for occasions like costuming. For daily wear or extended wear, prescription colored lenses would be perfect.

We hope these tips have helped you with your search for colored lenses. For more ways to help you find the perfect pair, do write in to us and we will be glad to help you out.