How To Use Contact Lenses

Our How To articles have helpful information for both new and long-time contact wearers. Find tips on insertion, removal and proper care to maintain eye health and clear vision.

Caring for Rigid Gas Permeable, RGP, or Oxygen Permeable Contact Lenses

RGP Contact Lens Care: A guide to caring for RGP or GP contact lenses, oxygen permeable contacts, contacts for astigmatism, bifocal contact lenses and more.

How to Recycle Your Contact Lenses

This Earth Day, learn how to recycle contacts and reduce environmental impact.

Understanding Your Contact Lens Prescription

Learn how to read your contact lens prescription and whether you are legally entitled to a copy of your prescription for contacts.

How Do You Take Out Contacts With Long Nails?

Removing contacts with long nails may be more difficult, but it can be done. Here are 3 ways to take out contacts with acrylics or long nails.

Helpful Tips for Travelling with Contact Lenses

Follow these simple tips to ensure your contacts are clear and comfortable for every adventure.

Why Do Contact Lenses Expire?

Contact lenses expire and carry an expiration date to protect consumers. Read why.

Contact Lens Tips in Hot and Cold Weather

Contact lenses can pose challenges in hot or cold weather. Learn how to cut your risk of dry eyes in winter and why you should drink lots of water in summertime.

Can You Swim With Contacts?

Is swimming with contacts OK? Learn how water affects your contact lenses and other options for seeing underwater.

How Long Can You Wear Daily Contact Lenses?

How long can you wear daily contacts? It varies from 8 to 16 hours. Find out why your eye health and if you suffer from dry eyes may affect the answer.

How to Clean and Care for Soft Contact Lenses

Learn more about taking care of soft contact lenses, including the best products for cleaning, maintenance and protecting sensitive eyes.

How Do You Put In and Take Out Contact Lenses?

Contact lens rules can be confusing. Check out this guide and learn how to properly care for your contact lenses to avoid eye infections.

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