Colored contact lenses are a popular trend among many people. Colored contacts can be used to change the appearance of your eye color, make them brighter, and even change their shape. A colored prescription contact lens is an option for those with prescriptions who want to wear colored contacts without sacrificing vision quality or comfort. This article will discuss 3 main points about colored prescription contact lens: how it works, benefits and risks of wearing these types of contacts, and what brands offer this type of product.
How do they work? Colored contacts are able to change the appearance of your eyes by using colors or tints to either enhance, cover up or completely transform their color. Colored lenses work in much the same way as regular contact lens prescriptions except they use colored pigments instead of corrective powers. Colored contacts do not adjust your vision so it is important that you still visit an optometrist for a proper eye exam before purchasing any type of contact lenses.
Benefits Colored contacts come with several benefits including ease-of-use and convenience; no eye irritation; natural look; vibrant colors & hues available; a fun fashion accessory
Risks As with all types of cosmetic lenses there are risks involved when wearing these products like scratched cornea and eye infections. Colored contacts are not recommended for those with dry eyes because they can make your condition worse and those who wear contact lenses on a regular basis should avoid wearing them for too long to reduce the risk of cornea damage which may lead to permanent vision loss.
Are they expensive? Colored contacts can be expensive and some brands may even cost as much as $300.
What else should I know? Colored contacts aren’t only for cosmetic purposes and offer some protection against ultraviolet (UV) light that can sometimes harm your eyes. Colored lenses also serve as a fashion accessory and they come in an array of colors, styles, shapes & designs to match any outfit or mood making them fun to wear
Colored Contacts vs Colored Lenses Coloured contact lenses are not the same thing as colored lenses which are sunglasses or glasses frames with the tinted prescription lens inside. People often get these confused but there is a difference between the two products because you cannot wear colored contacts outdoors when it’s sunny.
Colored contact lenses should be worn indoors only while wearing your regular corrective eyeglasses at all other times.