Before You Touch the Lens
Applying any colored contact lens starts with clean, dry hands and a clean workspace. For yearly lenses like the Coleyes Glittering Grey, the routine is the same as for any soft hydrophilic contact lens, but the glitter pattern means you'll want to inspect the lens carefully before insertion.
The catalog confirms that these lenses have a water content of 40% and a base curve of 8.6 mm, with a diameter of 14.5 mm. These specs are typical for comfortable daily wear, but the supplied information does not include specific cleaning or storage steps. Follow your eye care professional's instructions for lens care.
How to Apply Glittering Grey Yearly Contacts
The following steps are based on general safe contact lens practice. The catalog does not provide brand-specific application instructions, so use these as a starting point and always follow your practitioner's guidance.
- Prepare the lens and your eye: Remove the lens from its case and rinse it with fresh contact lens solution (not water). Place the lens on your fingertip, making sure it forms a smooth bowl shape, not a folded edge. Check that the glitter pattern is centered and the lens is not damaged.
- Hold your eye open: Use your non-dominant hand to hold your upper eyelid open. Use the middle finger of your dominant hand to pull down your lower lid. This creates a stable opening.
- Place the lens gently: Look upward at the ceiling. Place the lens on the lower white part of your eye (the sclera), then release your eyelids slowly and blink. The lens should center itself. If it feels uncomfortable, remove it, rinse, and try again.
- Check for correct side and fit: If the lens feels like it's moving too much or is stuck, it may be inside out. The catalog notes that the thickness ranges from 0.06 mm to 0.12 mm, so it should feel thin and comfortable. If discomfort persists, remove the lens and consult your eye care provider.
What the Catalog Confirms About Fit
- Coleyes Glittering Grey Yearly Prescription Colored Contacts: Base Curve: 8.6mm, Diameter: 14.5mm, Material: HEMA + NVP These measurements indicate a standard fit for most eyes. If your eye care professional prescribed a different base curve, these lenses may not fit correctly.
Coleyes Glittering Grey Yearly Prescription Colored Contacts - Coleyes Glittering Grey Yearly Prescription Colored Contacts: Power: (0.00) - (-8.00). Plano Lenses: If you do not require correction, please select 0.00 power. You can order these lenses with or without prescription. For each eye that needs correction, you'll need a separate box. The catalog states: 'If you require a different correction for each eye, you will need to order 2 boxes.'
- Coleyes Glittering Grey Yearly Prescription Colored Contacts: Pictures for reference only. Lenses on different eye color will show different effects. The glittering grey appearance will vary depending on your natural eye color. The catalog does not provide specific examples, so manage your expectations accordingly.
What the Catalog Does Not Settle
The supplied information does not include specific cleaning, storage, or replacement schedule instructions beyond stating that the period of use is yearly. It also does not confirm whether these lenses are suitable for overnight wear, swimming, or sleeping. Always follow the care regimen recommended by your eye care professional and never exceed the wearing time they prescribe.
If you experience redness, pain, or blurred vision after applying, remove the lenses immediately and consult a professional.
