Colored Contacts

With Halloween just around the corner, you may want colored contacts for the perfect Halloween look. But choosing to change the look of your eyes with decorative contact lenses could cause a lot of damage to your eyesight. Contact lenses whether they correct vision or not, are medical devices that require a prescription. This is even true for Plano contacts. Plano contacts have no power for vision correction and are used for cosmetic purposes only. Don’t let an eye infection be the scariest part of your Halloween. Protect your eyes by getting an eye exam and prescription if you want to wear colored contacts.

How Safe Are Colored Contacts?

Colored contacts are safe as long as you are fitted properly. The fit of your contact lenses is very important. Because a wrong fit can cause damage to your eyes. In fact, a poor fit can cause serious eye damage, including:

• Scratches on the cornea
• Corneal infection (an ulcer or sore on the cornea)
• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• Decreased vision
• Blindness

This means, it is imperative to get a contact lens exam in addition to a regular eye exam. By doing so, you can ensure your colored contacts are safe and comfortable.

Types of Colored Contacts

There are two types of colored contacts: vision correcting contact lenses and Plano contact lenses. But, Plano colored contacts are only worn for cosmetic reasons. Although this type of contact lens does not have vision correcting properties, you still need a prescription for them.

If you have hyperopia, myopia, or astigmatism, you can get prescription colored contacts. Depending on the look you’re going for, there are several ways you can enhance your eye color.

Contact Tints:

• Visibility Tint: minor changes in eye color (tint makes it easier to see and handle).
• Enhancement Tint: as the name implies it brings out your natural eye color.
• Opaque Tint: this type of tint can completely alter your natural eye color.
• Custom Tints: for a completely personalized look or a sport tint like green for a tennis player to see the ball better.

Colored Contact Lenses

From subtle to bold or anywhere in between, colored contacts will allow you to create a whole new look. The contact lens color that will suit you best depends on many things, such as your hair color and skin tone. But, ultimately, it depends on the kind of look you want to achieve. It’s a fun little accessory one can use depending on their mood. You can get them as daily wear, extended wear, and toric lenses. 

Contacts Lens Options Available At Murata Eyecare

If you are interested in colored contacts or you already wear them, make sure you mention that when you schedule your appointment for an eye exam. This will ensure your exam includes extra time to perform additional tests needed for a proper contact lens fitting or prescription update. In addition, it also helps to ensure you are not paying extra for duplicate tests.

Contact lenses are a great alternative to wearing eyeglasses. Since contact lenses come in many different designs, as specialists we will create a custom design that offers the best combination of vision, comfort, and eye health. Contact us today at (805) 522-7007 to book a contact lens exam, or learn more about the types of contacts we carry.