{"id":15285,"date":"2023-03-24T14:51:28","date_gmt":"2023-03-24T21:51:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/?p=15285"},"modified":"2023-03-24T14:53:25","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T21:53:25","slug":"tips-guidelines-proper-contact-lens-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/tips-guidelines-proper-contact-lens-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Your complete guide for proper contact lens care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wearing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\">contact lenses<\/a> is so common that we often forget that they are corrective medical devices that require a prescription and fitting for proper care.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW107968396 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107968396 BCX0\">As any contact lens wearer will tell you, they can make a world of difference in your daily life. The best feeling is when you&#8217;re wearing contacts and forget you even have them on. You get to enjoy your life with complete clarity and comfort. However, if you\u2019re not used to wearing contacts, you might wonder <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW107968396 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107968396 BCX0\">how to get used to them, care for them and avoid contact lens discomfort<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW107968396 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107968396 BCX0\">.\u202f<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW107968396 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW154363529 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154363529 BCX0\">We are<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW154363529 BCX0\"> here to help you find the best habits for contact lens care in order to enjoy lasting comfort and pure vision! Read on to discover the way you can experience optimal contact lens comfort.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW154363529 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Are contact lenses comfortable to wear?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3902\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.co.nz\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-blue-eyes-lens-2.jpg\" alt=\"contact-lenses-blue-eyes-lens-2\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As long as\u00a0you follow your eye care professional&#8217;s instruction, and you maintain proper habits, contact lenses are\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">very comfortable to wear<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">. If any sign of discomfort appears while you&#8217;re wearing them, remove them and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/stores\">visit your eye doctor<\/a> immediately to identify the cause of discomfort.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>What causes contact lens discomfort?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/contacts-for-dry-eyes\/\">Dry eyes<\/a>, irritation, or redness\u2026\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/health-canada\/services\/healthy-living\/your-health\/medical-information\/contact-lenses.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">potential adverse health effect<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">s\u00a0can occur for several reasons during lens wear. But before learning how to avoid it, it is important to identify what causes it! Here are some of the most common causes of contact lens discomfort:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Eye tiredness<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/dry-eyes-symptoms-or-allergies\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Eye allergies<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/change-contact-lenses-reasons\/\">Change of contact lens<\/a> products or habits (lens care or solution),\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wearing ti<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">me not respected,\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wrong fitting<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sensitive eyes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to prevent contact lens discomfort: 6 tips and guidelines\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.co.nz\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-cleaning-solution-3.jpg\" alt=\"contact-lenses-cleaning-solution-3\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Feeling discomfort when you start wearing contacts doesn&#8217;t mean they aren&#8217;t right for you! It&#8217;s totally common, and it takes a while to get used to them. Here are six tips to prevent contact lens discomfort.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Follow your eye care professional\u2019s instructions\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This will guarantee\u00a0that\u00a0you\u2019re experiencing optimal contact lens comfort. A\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/eye-exam-essentials\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">regular eye exam<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0will make sure your contact lenses are right for you, and you&#8217;re maintaining proper habits on how to use and take care of your contacts. It is also the occasion to discuss any sign of contact lens discomfort.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">During a\u00a0<\/span>contact lens fitting<span data-contrast=\"none\">, your eye doctor will:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">i. Analyze your cornea\u2019s health and tear film <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">to assess the front of your eyes and evaluate if you\u2019re prone to dry eyes,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ii. Measure your cornea\u2019s curvature <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">(because an incorrect size \u2013 too large or too small \u2013 can be very uncomfortable),\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">iii. Determine if your lenses\u2019 shape is appropriate for your eyes and if you have the right fit. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">When your lens doesn\u2019t fit properly, it\u2019ll move a lot with each blink, causing unwanted experience such as dryness, irritation and itchiness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW224334947 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224334947 BCX0\">2. Read your prescription<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW224334947 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW224334947 BCX0\"> carefully<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW224334947 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31136\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Contact-Lenses-Perscription-Sample.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"815\" height=\"726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Contact-Lenses-Perscription-Sample.png 815w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Contact-Lenses-Perscription-Sample-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Contact-Lenses-Perscription-Sample-600x534.png 600w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Contact-Lenses-Perscription-Sample-651x580.png 651w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 815px) 100vw, 815px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">At the end of an eye exam, your eye care professional will provide you with a\u00a0<\/span>new contact lens prescription<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0adapted to your eyes\u2019 needs. It will indicate your contact lens:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Brand,\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Type,\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Measurements including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/how-to-read-glasses-contact-lens-prescriptions\/#base-curve-diameter\">Base Curve (BC) and Diameter (DIA)<\/a>, and<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expiration date.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When you\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/how-to-order-contact-online\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">order new contact lenses online<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, it is essential to\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">follow your prescription details carefully<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wearing the wrong prescription contact lens may cause discomfort. If your contacts\u00a0don\u2019t fit properly, they may scratch your eye\u2019s surface. Contacts that fit too tightly over the cornea may block your eyes to receive nourishment the tears that protectively coat your eyes, provoking irritation and blurry vision.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You have a new prescription, but you&#8217;re not sure how to read it?\u00a0Take a look\u00a0at our guide on\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/how-to-read-glasses-contact-lens-prescriptions\/#read-contacts-prescription\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">how to read your contact lens prescription<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW257079815 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257079815 BCX0\">3. Follow your r<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257079815 BCX0\">eplace<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257079815 BCX0\">ment<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW257079815 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257079815 BCX0\"> schedule<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW257079815 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3963\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.co.nz\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/casey-jo-contact-lenses-main-1024x709.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Comply with wearing schedule provided by your Eye Care Professional. Dispose of contact lenses according to lens type i.e. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/daily-contacts\">daily<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/weekly-contacts\">weekly<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/monthly-contacts\">monthly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Your prescription, personal eyewear needs, and lifestyle can all factor into the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/different-types-of-contact-lenses\/\">contact lens type<\/a> and brand prescribed by your eye health professional.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can reduce wear-time to help minimize discomfort.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0You\u00a0should always\u00a0<\/span>replace\u00a0your contact lenses based on your appropriate wear schedule.\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"none\">Overwearing your contacts is not recommended and could lead to several complications<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, such as corneal ulcers, corneal inflammation, light sensitivity or blurred vision.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Discuss with your eye care professional to decide\u00a0which\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">type of contact lens<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is appropriate for you. Based on your eye health and lifestyle, you can choose between daily disposable, weekly or monthly contacts. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Consult with your eye doctor if you have an eye\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">allergy<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, you may be better off with daily disposals<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It is key for eye health that you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/daily-contact-lenses-wear-time\/\">do not overwear your lenses<\/a>.\u00a0It is recommended to wear contact lenses less than 12 hours per day, ideally 8-10 hours, in order to maintain healthy corneas.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW151602207 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart SCXW151602207 BCX0\">4. Proper contact lens care and wear<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW151602207 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.co.nz\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/washing-hands.jpg\" alt=\"washing-hands\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To keep your contacts feeling fresh, be sure you are properly\u00a0<\/span>storing and replacing your contact lenses<span data-contrast=\"none\">. If you\u2019re using daily contacts, there\u2019s no\u00a0particular maintenance\u00a0needed as you dispose\u00a0off\u00a0used contacts after wearing them for a day.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">However, weekly and monthly contacts should be\u00a0<\/span>properly cleaned every day and stored upon removal <span data-contrast=\"none\">with a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/lens-care\/solutions\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">contact lens solution<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0prescribed by your Eye Care Professional. It is an essential process to remove bacteria and protein buildup.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span>If cleaning with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/lens-care\/solutions\">multipurpose type of contact lens solution<\/a>, make sure to gently rub lenses to remove biofilms of bacteria, protein, and lipid deposits.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In addition to your general contact lens care and maintenance guidelines, you should learn how to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/how-to-put-contacts-in\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">put in and remove contacts<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> properly. Once you&#8217;ve mastered the process, you could avoid contact lens discomfort by making sure that you:\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">i. Apply <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">makeup<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">after\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">putting in your contacts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>ii. Always wash your hands before handling contact lenses.<\/strong>\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"none\">Avoid touching your eyes without washing your hands first. <\/span>Throughout the day and night our hands pick up microbes. Without proper hand washing, bacteria will transfer from your fingers to the contact lenses and, ultimately, to your eyes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>iii. Avoid storing your contacts in water.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>iv. Replace your contact lens case at least every 3 months.<\/strong> Clean your contact lens case for every use and allow to completely dry prior to adding your contact lenses and solution. Keeping the case clean will help prevent bacteria from settling on your contact lenses.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong>v. Avoid water activities like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/can-you-swim-with-contact-lenses\/\">swimming in contact lenses<\/a> to avoid dirty water settling between the contact and eye. This especially applies to hot tubs and pools. <\/strong>It is never a good idea to wear contact lenses where there is water as bacteria can accumulate and cause infections. Prescription swimming goggles are the best eyewear solution if you are involved in water sports.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW141326783 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141326783 BCX0\">5. Keep your eyes and contacts moisturized\u202f<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW141326783 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3903\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.co.nz\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-case-solution.jpg\" alt=\"contact-lenses-case-solution\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s common to experience eye dryness while wearing contacts. The tear film that spreads on your cornea allows your eye to be moisturized and lubricated.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/opto.ca\/health-library\/dry-eye\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dry eyes syndrome<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0can either be caused by computer screening, frequent flying, indoor or outdoor air-condition, and is more likely to happen when wearing contacts.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In order to\u00a0keep your eyes moisturized and prevent irritation or contact lens discomfort, make sure to:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">i. Change the solution<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0in your contact lens case every day,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">ii. Take off your contacts for a few hours<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0daily, for your eyes to breathe,<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">iii. Avoid sleeping with your contacts<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">iv. Remember to blink often<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, especially if you are working in front of a screen for a long time.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In addition,\u00a0applying\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/lens-care\/eye-drops\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">lubricating eye drops<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0regularly can help keep your\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">eyes hydrated and refreshed<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0while you\u2019re wearing contacts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW159148749 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW159148749 BCX0\">6. C<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW159148749 BCX0\">hoose c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW159148749 BCX0\">ontact lenses for dry eyes: silicone hydrogel contacts<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW159148749 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.co.nz\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/everclear-contact-lenses-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Everclear Contact Lenses\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">With modern advancements\u00a0in contact lens technology, manufacturers are producing soft contact lenses made of new materials that promote comfort and performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Many\u00a0contact\u00a0lens\u00a0brands\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">available<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0today are made of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/silicone-hydrogel-contacts\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">silicone hydrogel<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. These types of contacts<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0retain moisture and increase the level of oxygen<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0that reaches the surface of your eyes, making these lenses ideal for prolonged wear.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW101788131 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101788131 BCX0\">Comfortable contact lenses<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW101788131 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:120,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> brought to you by Clearly<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun  BCX0 SCXW41791059\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun  BCX0 SCXW41791059\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\/everclear-contacts\">everclear<\/a> collection is made of silicone hydrogel. Available in daily, weekly, and monthly variations, so there will be something available for everyone.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Are you ready to enjoy pure comfort?\u202f\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/swimming-goggles-2.jpg\" alt=\"swimming-goggles-2\" width=\"1280\" height=\"701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/swimming-goggles-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/swimming-goggles-2-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/swimming-goggles-2-1024x560.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/swimming-goggles-2-600x328.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/swimming-goggles-2-1059x580.jpg 1059w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Once you\u2019re used to using those useful items, it\u2019s all about finding your routine and keeping proper habits! After all,<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0it\u2019s a medical item\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">that sits on your eyes. It needs proper care and attention to provide you with the best vision and eye comfort!\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Do you have a valid prescription, and ready to shop? Discover our selection of contact lenses online and enjoy top quality contacts at an affordable price!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0<\/h2>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0Have a valid contact lens prescription?<\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15410 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-top-brands.jpg\" alt=\"contact-lenses-top-brands\" width=\"1051\" height=\"94\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-top-brands.jpg 1051w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-top-brands-300x26.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-top-brands-1024x91.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-top-brands-600x53.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/contact-lenses-top-brands-1050x94.jpg 1050w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1051px) 100vw, 1051px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/contact-lenses\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15395 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/shop-contact-lenses.jpg\" alt=\"Shop Contact Lenses\" width=\"254\" height=\"42\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/can-you-swim-with-contact-lenses\/\">Can you swim with contact lenses?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wearing contact lenses is so common that we often forget that they are corrective medical devices that require a prescription and fitting for proper&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":46,"featured_media":15343,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15285","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-eye-care"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.0 (Yoast SEO v27.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Proper Contact Lens Care: Your Ultimate Guide | Clearly CA<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Here&#039;s everything you need to know about contact lens care, from cleaning to storage. 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