Summary: Wearing makeup and contact lenses can put you at risk for increased irritation or infection. Here are some tips to help you avoid some of these nuances. Wearing glasses and putting on makeup can be a hassle, which is why people are switching over th contact lenses. However, there are some rules you need to adhere to in order to irritate your eyes or cause an infection. Keep Your…
Summary: Contact lenses can come with a series of issues that must be addressed as soon as they are noticed by the wearer. Wearing contact lenses for an extended period of time can cause changes in the cornea in terms of tear production, oxygen levels, and structure. These changes may lead to irritation, or in severe cases, infection. The good news, however, is that they are not without their respective…
Did you know that your multifocal contacts lenses have an expiration date? Much like a prescription or over-the-counter drug, you have anywhere from one to three years to use your lenses before they expire. After expiration, lenses should not be used. Even if they are sealed in an airtight container, as most soft contact lenses are. So, what do you do with expired lenses? Read on for advice and tips…