Contact Lenses

Lens.com carries contact lenses across every major replacement schedule, daily, biweekly, monthly, and many more, from the most trusted manufacturers in the industry. The selection covers standard sphere prescriptions, astigmatism, presbyopia, and extended wear needs across a wide range of leading brands.

Contact lenses come in a variety of types, each designed to meet different vision needs, wearing preferences, and replacement schedules. Here is a breakdown of what is available:

• Daily Disposable - Wear them once and throw them away at the end of the day. No cleaning, no storage, just a fresh pair every morning. Great for people with allergies or sensitive eyes.
• 1-2 Week Disposable - Replaced every one to two weeks. You will need to clean and store them nightly, but they tend to cost less than dailies over time.
• Monthly Disposable - Designed to last 30 days with proper care. A cost-effective option for people who wear contacts every day.
• Toric Lenses - Specifically designed for astigmatism. These lenses have a special shape that corrects the uneven curvature of the eye for clear, stable vision.
• Bifocal Lenses - Built for people with presbyopia who need help seeing at multiple distances. They work similarly to bifocals but without the line.
• Color Disposable - Available with or without a prescription, these lenses let you change or enhance your eye color while still correcting your vision.
• Silicone Hydrogel - Made from a breathable material that allows significantly more oxygen to reach the eye compared to traditional soft lenses, making them a great option for people who wear contacts for long hours.
• Gas Permeable - Rigid lenses made from a firm, oxygen-permeable material that holds its shape on the eye. They deliver sharp, consistent vision and can last up to a year or more with proper care.
• Vial Lenses - Specialty lenses packaged individually in small vials, typically custom-made for patients with unique prescriptions or specific eye conditions.
• Store Brands - Private label contact lenses that offer the same quality and comfort as name brands at a more affordable price point.

Choosing the right contact lens comes down to your prescription, your replacement schedule, and how the lens fits into your daily routine. Toric lenses are designed for astigmatism, multifocal lenses address presbyopia, and standard spherical lenses cover nearsightedness and farsightedness. Your eye care professional will determine which type is appropriate based on your eye health and prescription.

Replacement schedule is the next consideration. Daily disposables require no cleaning or storage and are ideal for active wearers or those with sensitive eyes. Biweekly and monthly lenses are a more economical option for everyday wearers who are comfortable with a regular cleaning routine.

Most people who need vision correction can wear contact lenses. Whether you are nearsighted, farsighted, have astigmatism, or presbyopia, there is a good chance there is a lens out there that fits your prescription.

Eye doctors regularly fit teenagers, and some will prescribe lenses to younger kids depending on their maturity and why they need them. Adults in their 40s, 50s, and beyond wear contacts too, with multifocal options designed specifically for that stage of life.

Contacts are not for everybody, chronic dry eye, certain eye conditions, or a history of frequent eye infections can make wearing them more trouble than it is worth. A contact lens fitting with your eye doctor is the best way to know for sure, and it is a separate appointment from a regular eye exam.

Buying contact lenses online is straightforward once you know what you need. Here is how the process works:

• Get a valid prescription - You need a current contact lens prescription from your eye doctor before placing an order. An eyeglass prescription is not the same thing and cannot be used for contacts.
• Know your prescription details - Your prescription includes your power, base curve, and diameter. If you have astigmatism, it will also include a cylinder and axis value. You can find these on your lens packaging or by asking your doctor.
• Choose your lens type - Decide whether you want daily, biweekly, or monthly lenses, and whether you need toric, multifocal, or standard lenses.
• Place your order - Select your brand, enter your prescription details at checkout, and provide your doctor's information so Lens.com can verify your prescription directly with them.
• Get them delivered - Once your order is confirmed, your contacts ship straight to your door with no trip to the eye doctor's office required.

A contact lens prescription can look confusing at first, but each value tells your eye doctor and the retailer something specific about your eyes. Here is what each term means:

• Sphere (PWR or SPH) - Your lens power measured in diopters. A minus sign means you are nearsighted while a plus sign means you are farsighted.
• Base Curve (BC) - Tells you how the lens sits on your eye. Most soft lenses fall between 8.0 and 10.0.
• Diameter (DIA) - The overall size of the lens in millimeters, typically ranging from 13.5 to 14.5 mm.
  Cylinder (CYL) - Only appears if you have astigmatism. It indicates the degree of correction needed.
• Axis - Goes hand in hand with the cylinder value. It tells the lens where to position the correction on your eye, measured in degrees from 0 to 180.
• Add - Found on multifocal prescriptions. It indicates the extra magnification needed for reading or close-up vision.

One thing worth noting is that your contact lens prescription is separate from your eyeglass prescription, so always make sure you are using the right one when placing your order.

Taking care of your lenses is just as important as wearing the right ones. Poor lens care is one of the most common causes of eye infections and discomfort. Rub and rinse your lenses with contact lens solution every time you remove them, even if the solution says no-rub. Never use tap water since it can carry microorganisms that stick to lenses and cause serious infections. Replace your lens case every three months and always rinse it with solution after each use.

Stick to your replacement schedule since wearing lenses longer than recommended increases your risk of infection and discomfort. Unless your doctor has cleared you for extended wear, always remove your lenses before sleeping. Keep them away from water, including the shower and swimming pools, and always wash and dry your hands thoroughly before handling your lenses.

For most people, yes. Contact lenses are a safe and effective form of vision correction when used correctly. Millions of people wear them every day without any issues. Like any medical device, they come with some risks if not cared for properly. The most common problems include eye infections, usually caused by poor hygiene or overwearing lenses, dry eyes especially during long screen time sessions, and corneal abrasions from damaged or incorrectly inserted lenses.

Most of these issues are entirely preventable with good habits and regular eye checkups. If you notice redness, pain, blurry vision, or unusual discharge, remove your lenses right away and get in touch with your eye care provider. Seeing your eye doctor at least once a year is recommended even if your vision has not changed, just to make sure everything is still looking good.

Lens.com has one of the largest, independently held inventories of contact lenses. Plus, we make shopping for contacts simple, affordable, and convenient. Here's what makes the experience different

• You can take advantage of low online prices and rebates on eligible products, giving you more ways to lower the final cost of your contact lenses.
• Ordering is simple. All you need is your eye doctor's name and contact information to verify your prescription.
• Our website is built to make ordering, updating prescription details, and checking orders' status simple.
• We carry popular prescription contacts like Acuvue, Air Optix, Biofinity, and Proclear.
• We got an online vision test, which is another convenient way to handle vision needs without an in-office trip.

With low prices, rebate opportunities, fast shipping, simple prescription verification, and a website built for easy ordering. At Lens.com, we give you a better way to buy contacts online. It's a convenient choice for stocking up on the lenses you need while saving time, money, and extra trips to the eye doctor's office.