How to put in your contact lenses
If you’re having trouble putting in contact lenses, this quick video should tell you everything you need to know.
Getting started with contact lenses? We want to make sure your eyes stay happy and healthy while wearing them. If you’ve got a question about your lenses, like how to put them in, take them out, or clean them – have a look through our tips and advice.
Have a look through some of our top tips for wearing your contact lenses comfortably.
If you’re having trouble putting in contact lenses, this quick video should tell you everything you need to know.
You’ve mastered putting them in, but what about taking them out again? Have a look at this video about removing your lenses (all without touching your eye).
1 Before you do anything, make sure you wash and dry your hands.
2 Look straight into the mirror, tilt your head down slightly and pull your lower eyelid down.
3 Using your finger move the lens down onto the white of your eye and then gently pinch it out.
4 Now just repeat on the other eye. Simple.
It’s important to clean and take care of your lenses, so that the risk of eye infections is kept to a minimum. If you wear reusable lenses, you’ll need to stick to a cleaning routine to make sure your eyes stay in tip-top condition.
1 After taking out your lenses, rub them gently with a few drops of solution for about 20 seconds.
2 To store your lenses, place them carefully in your contact lens case. The case should be clean and filled with fresh solution.
3 If you’re unsure about the best way to keep your lenses and case clean, check the instructions on your solution to make sure you’re doing everything exactly as you should.
4 Don’t forget: never use tap water to clean your lenses or contact lens case as this can lead to eye infections.