Colored Contact Lenses at fashion stores?!


Question: Colored Contact Lenses at fashion stores?
Colored Contact Lenses at fashion stores?
I want to get color eye contacts but I heard its best to get prescription ones from eye doctor, so that it fits the eye, however I've been in a few fashion stores (and even at the mall) that sell them and they come with a solution so they can be cleaned. I did a little research and from what I understand its not legal to sell contacts without prescription. How is it that these stores have them for sale? and are they safe to wear? and for how long can they be worn? (meaning how often do they have to be replaced?)

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you shouldn't get colored contacts from the stores because you should see an optometrist to get your eyes examined first, ie. some people have dry eyes, and they shouldn't wear contact lenses, etc. don't be lured into buying unfitted contact lenses because it may cause unnecessary eye problems.

For more information, go to eyehelp.org



Yes, it is illegal for them to sell them in stores in the USA. Contact lenses are considered a medical device (almost like a medication, because it goes on the body and corrects your vision.) No matter what the stores tell you, the colored contacts are 2 week lens, never sleep in them, clean them daily, and throw them away after 14 days. Most places sell colored contacts that have no prescription in them and that is still illegal.

Stores probably bought them from overseas, ebay, or got a hold of them from a optometrist that was looking for a quick buck but broke the law.

4th year optometry student, 7 months til graduation!!



If you are in the US, they should ask for a copy of your prescription. Check also the a manufacturer name of the contacts and check them online to see the quality of their contacts, check out their certification, FDA, ISO, CE etc....
Check if the have UV protection and if they are sandwich technologic too.

http://www.cococontacts.com/




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