How to Clean Your Contact Lenses

Color Contact Lenses — Care & Best Practices

Why Proper Care Matters

Taking great care of your color contacts ensures comfort, long-lasting vibrancy, eye health, and clarity of vision.

1. Before First Use

🧼 Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, then dry with a lint-free towel to avoid transferring debris.
👁 Inspect lenses for damage — tears, cracks, or chips mean don’t wear them.
💧 Soak lenses in fresh solution for at least 4 hours (or per your solution’s instructions) to hydrate and disinfect.

2. Daily Cleaning & Handling

Use only contact‑lens-approved multipurpose solution — never water, saliva, or homemade mixes.
Rub & rinse: Place the lens in your palm, apply a few drops of solution, and gently rub both sides; then rinse thoroughly.
Never wear for longer than recommended, and do not sleep in them if they aren't designed for extended-wear.
Avoid water contact while wearing contacts — no swimming, showering, hot tubs, or saunas in them.

3. Clean Your Lenses using Ultrasonic and Hand Cleaning Method

In the video below, learn the best way to clean your lenses using a combination of both the ultrasonic cleaner and hand cleaning method. Keeping your lenses clean ensures comfort and most importantly, your eye health.

We’ll walk you through the step-by-step process:

a. Use an ultrasonic cleaner to deeply clean your lenses, eliminating protein deposits and bacteria.

b. Hand cleaning your contact lenses using physical rubbing with lens solution to remove any remaining surface dirt and debris (please rub it gently).

By combining these two methods, you’ll ensure that your lenses stay fresh and safe to wear.

4. Storage & Lens Case Care

Always store lenses in fresh solution — never reuse.
Replace solution daily or at least twice a week, never top off.
Clean your lens case daily with solution (no tap water), leave it open to air‑dry, and replace the case every 1 month.

5. On-Going Maintenance & Safety

Regularly replace lenses according to the schedule (daily, bi-weekly, monthly).
Keep spare contact lenses and solution handy, especially while traveling.
Be attentive to discomfort, redness, or blurry vision — remove lenses and consult your eye care professional if these occur.
Follow through with scheduled eye exams to monitor your eye health and contact fit.

6. Special Care Tips

Always follow your practitioner’s instructions, as they may vary.
If using makeup or skincare products, apply them after inserting lenses and remove them before taking off lenses.
Avoid oily or aerosol products around the eyes, as they can transfer onto lenses causing film and discomfort.
Reset lenses mid‑day by removing them, cleaning, rinsing, and reinserting—this can refresh moisture and comfort.

Step	Daily Care Guide
☑️ Preparation	Wash hands, inspect, and hydrate lenses
☑️ Cleaning	Rub, rinse, and rinse again before wearing
☑️ Insertion/Removal	Insert first, remove second—always use fresh solution
☑️ Storage	Always store in fresh multi‑purpose solution
☑️ Replacement	Change lenses & storage case on schedule
☑️ Professional Care	Don’t skip eye check‑ups

Final Tips

Prioritize eye health over convenience: never compromise on hygiene.
Travel prepared: always bring enough solution and a case, and consider a backup pair.
Listen to your eyes: they’re your best guide for comfort and safety.