How do i put my contacts in??!
Question: I'm having trouble putting my contacts in.My eyes is always freakin blinking. are there any tricks or techniques 2 put them in easier?
Answers: I'm having trouble putting my contacts in.My eyes is always freakin blinking. are there any tricks or techniques 2 put them in easier?
How to Put in Contact Lenses
Contacts are a great alternative to glasses, but they can seriously damage your eyes if inserted incorrectly.
StepsProperly care for your contact lenses every time you take them out and leave them in the case for an extended amount of time.
Wash your hands thoroughly. Use a clean towel to dry your hands- a kleenex or toilet paper may leave pieces behind. Make sure there is no soap on your hands.
Remove a contact from its case. Remember to check whether it is for your right or left eye.
Place the contact on your index finger of the hand you will be applying the contact with. You should probably use your dominant hand. Make sure that all the outside edges are face up and none are sticking to your finger. If the rim points out slightly instead of up, the lens is probably inside-out.
Use the index finger of your opposite hand to pull up your upper eyelid. Use the middle finger of your dominant hand with the contact on it to pull your lower eyelid down. Until you become experienced continue using this method, but eventually you will be able to do this by only pulling down your lower eyelid.
Keep your eye open and try not to blink.Move the contact towards your eye calmly and steadily. It may help to look upwards. Try not to blink or move jerkily. Place the contact on your eye and gently move it so it is centered over your iris (circular, colored part of the eye).
Blink slowly, as to not dislodge the contact. Take note of any pain or discomfort you may have. If you think that something may be wrong with your contact, remove and fully cleanse it, then try again.
Repeat with the other contact.
Pour contact solution from the case into the sink and close the contact case.
TipsPut in your contact lenses before applying makeup to avoid contaminating your contact lens. When removing your makeup be sure that you wash and dry your hands. Once you have done this, remove your contact lenses and then remove your makeup.
You may get frustrated if you don't get the contact in right away. Just wait a couple minutes and give it another try! It is easier to get the second contact in.
If the contact falls out of your eye rinse it off completely with contact solution every time. If you put in contacts over the sink it is a good idea to close up the drain first.
It'll be easier to put on a contact if you attempt to do it with your optometrist or ophthalmologist first. Usually it is a requirement, but if not, suggest it. If you think that the contact does not fit your eye, talk to your doctor. He or she can probably order you another brand or type of contact. Remember that you will need to regularly get your eyes checked so your prescription can be updated.
If you're new to contacts, only wear them a few hours a day. Make sure to take them out immediately after work or school so as to give your eyes a rest. If your eyes feel dry during the day put 1-2 eye drops in- more than this could make it slide out of your eye.
Exposing your eyes to shower water, lake water, pool water, or smoke may irritate them. For short periods of time you can simply close your eyes, for longer periods wear your glasses or goggles.
WarningsNever rinse your contacts in regular tap water- this will just make them dirty or drier than before. Tap water and even purified water contain bacteria.
If you begin to experience unusual pain, even after you have removed the contact, talk to your eye doctor.
Do not put your contacts in inside out or if they have small tears or rips.
Always remove your contacts prior to sleeping unless you are prescribed extended wear contacts by your doctor. Sleeping with your contacts in may save time but it can cause a corneal ulcer on your eye! With sensitive eyes it will affect you immediately, causing pain and aversion to light the next day, but it will catch up to others in the end. If you must simply throw away your contacts before you go to sleep. If you have a sterile container and contact solution this is a good substitute for a case. If you forget you may have to wear sunglasses (keep a prescription pair handy) the next day. It may be difficult to wear your contacts the day after.
Contacts require more upkeep than glasses- you have to clean them and put them away every night. However glasses can get in the way during physical activity or daily activities. Thoroughly review your decision before switching to contacts.
Things You'll NeedMirror
Contacts
Contact solution
Contact case
Pair of glasses should something happen to your contacts
Eye drops for re-wetting itchy eyes
Travel sized contact solution
put some contact lens solution on it first. Then try to put it in. It doesn't sting as much that way.
-Place the contact on your index finger of the hand you will be applying the contact with. You should probably use your dominant hand. Make sure that all the outside edges are face up and none are sticking to your finger. If the rim points out slightly instead of up, the lens is probably inside-out.
-Use the index finger of your opposite hand to pull up your upper eyelid. Use the middle finger of your dominant hand with the contact on it to pull your lower eyelid down. Until you become experienced continue using this method, but eventually you will be able to do this by only pulling down your lower eyelid.
-Keep your eye open and try not to blink.Move the contact towards your eye calmly and steadily. It may help to look upwards. Try not to blink or move jerkily. Place the contact on your eye and gently move it so it is centered over your iris (circular, colored part of the eye).
-Blink slowly, as to not dislodge the contact. Take note of any pain or discomfort you may have. If you think that something may be wrong with your contact, remove and fully cleanse it, then try again.
-Repeat with the other contact.
Tips!
*When you get frustrated, just wait a couple minutes and give it another try! It is easier to get the second contact in.
*Relax and fight the blink reflex. It's hard at first, but it will get easier!
*Sometimes looking up, rather than straight ahead, helps with this. And pulling down your lower eyelid a little.
*Try tipping the contact onto your eye, bottom part first, rather than applying it flat onto the eyeball.
1-put the contact on the tip of the finger of the hand opposite the eye your putting it in.
2-hold your eye open with the same hand by putting your fingers on your eyelashes and holding it open wide.
3-gently move your finger closer until you press the contact on your pupil.
4-right when its in, look down so the contact sets in.
*****most importantly****** Did you get your contacts from an Eye Doctor? If not, STOP TRYING- THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS TO YOUR EYESIGHT WITHOUT BEING PROPERLY FITTED!
I know a young gal that went blind in one eye and nearly lost the other buying them at a beauty supply, flea market, black market......etc.....
If you are right handed starting with your right eye use your middle finger of your left hand to hold up your right eyelashes against your eyelid (before you even try to put a contact in you should practice this about 5-10 times to desensitize your eyes this will help with the blinking) . After you are comfortable with this put the contact on the very tip of your right index finger. Holding your upper lid as described before take your middle finger of your right hand and hold your lower lashes and lid down and put your contact in your eye. You can also wait to put the contact on your finger and practice thisx again to desensitize your self. This works for both eyes. Hope this helps
Technique, as so many have posted, is only part of the battle. Most people have problems with contact lenses due to strong blink reflexes and fears of anything coming too close to the eyes.
I really recommend working with freshly washed fingers around your eyes with NO contacts, or when they are out of your eyes. Get used to your finger coming up to and even slightly touching your eyes, WITHOUT the pressure of actually getting a contact lens in or out of your eye.
Most people get very used to contact lenses, and become pros at taking them in and out--it just takes time and practice. And I think practicing without the pressure of an actual lens can be very helpful.