What is the correct way to wear contact lenses for the first time?

When it comes to wearing contact lenses for the first time, many people don’t know how to do it. Most people think that it’s just about putting the lenses into the eyes. In fact, this idea is too simple. Wearing contact lenses is not that simple. If the wearing method is incorrect, not only will you waste time, but you will also waste experience. In the end, not only will you not be able to wear the glasses, but you may also be uncomfortable because of wearing them incorrectly. So what is the correct way to wear contact lenses for the first time?

The first step is to wash your hands with a neutral laundry detergent that does not contain lotions or grease, then wipe them clean with a towel. This step is very important and can clean up all bacteria and fiber residues. The second step is to remove the lens using your fingertips or clean tweezers. The third step is to distinguish the front and back sides, make sure the curvature of the lens edge is inward, and then observe carefully. Otherwise, if you wear the lenses upside down, it will be very uncomfortable. In addition, when choosing lenses to wear, it is best to use an edge design with a smart arc. An asymmetrical design on the edge of the lens can better distinguish the front and back. And this design allows the lens to better integrate with the eyeball, making it more comfortable to wear and suitable for beginners.

Another common problem for contact lens wearers is dry eyes. Therefore, when choosing contact lenses, you should choose contact lenses with good air permeability and a water content of about 40%-60%. Don’t think that the higher the water content, the better. If the water content is too high, the lenses will absorb moisture from the eyes, causing discomfort and easy to dry out; if the water content is too low, the lenses will have poor oxygen permeability and the eyes will easily feel dry. Therefore, it is recommended to choose contact lenses with a water content of about 59%, such as Johnson & Johnson's monthly disposable contact lenses. At the same time, please note that when contact lenses become dry, you can choose special eye drops to relieve dryness, but eye drops contain preservatives, so try to reduce their use as much as possible.