do i need an eye prescription to get contacts?!

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Yes, you need a prescription for contacts if you're getting them to help you see better. The eye doctor looks for different things when doing an exam for contacts vs. doing an exam for glasses.

I'm a former contact-lens wearer.

You do need a prescription for fit, and also for power (if they are vision correcting).
Without a proper fit, you could potentially damage your eye. There are sites online that you can order from that will check your prescription for you if you already have one. If not - this coupon (just print the pdf) is a great deal: http://bit.ly/exclusivesavings

I also think that this page has some great information for anyone who is new to contact lenses:
http://bit.ly/getting_started_with_conta…

Good luck! I have worn contacts for over 20 years and love them!! They have some great comfortable brands out there (and I wear toric lenses!!!)

http://visiondirect.com

you need a test for lenses, a fitting and a new prescription. You also need to be shown how to use them.

you can't just buy them off the shelf. The test will cost and so will the lenses.

if they're to help with your eyesight then yes you need a prescription. but if you just want the color ones then no you can buy them at stores.

You need an rx for contacts. Your glasses rx won't work.