NEW WEARER GUIDE
Tips for first-time contact lens wearers
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Welcome to contact lenses! Enjoy the view.
Congratulations on your new contact lenses, and your new look. Putting on and taking off your contact lenses is easier than you might think. It may take a little getting used to, but soon you'll discover your own way and be doing it without a second thought. If you are wearing contact lenses for the first time, remember: practice makes perfect.
Put On Contact Lenses
Learn how to put on contact lenses
Follow along with this quick tutorial to see how to put your lenses on easily and safely.
Wash your hands
Use non-perfumed, anti-bacterial liquid soap, then rinse and dry them with a lint-free towel.
Check the lens is the right way around
Put the lens on the tip of your finger and hold it up to the light. If the edges flare out, it's inside out. If it looks like a smooth-edged cup, it’s ready to go.
Hold your eye open
With the contact lens on the tip of your index finger, hold your upper and lower eyelids open.
Apply the lens
Look up and gently place the lens on your eye. Release the eyelid and close your eye to let the lens settle.
Take Off Contact Lenses
See an easy way to take off contact lenses
Follow along with this quick tutorial to see how to take your lenses off.
Wash your hands
Use non-perfumed, anti-bacterial liquid soap, rinse and dry with a lint-free towel before touching your lenses.
Look up and pull down your lower eyelid with your middle finger
Slowly bring your index finger to your eye until you touch the lower edge of the lens. Then slide it down to the lower white part of your eye.
Gently squeeze the lens
Using your thumb and index finger, lift the lens from your eye.
Frequently asked questions
Are contact lenses comfortable?
Should the contact lenses move around after I put them on?
Is it okay if my vision is still blurry after putting on my contact lenses?
Once you've got the basics down
Learn about keeping your contact lenses clean to help keep your eyes comfortable and healthy for the long-term.
Footnotes
All ACUVUE® contact lenses have UV Blocking to help provide protection against transmission of harmful UV radiation to the cornea and into the eye. UV absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV absorbing eyewear such as UV absorbing goggles or sunglasses because they do not completely cover the eye and surrounding area. You should continue to use UV absorbing eyewear as directed by your optician. *T&Cs apply: 1 trial per person. 18+. Professional consultation and fitting fees may apply and are not included. Subject to Optician approval. Participating Opticians only. For full terms and conditions see here. Important information for contact lens wearers: ACUVUE® Contact Lenses can be used for vision correction. An Eye Care Professional will determine whether contact lenses are right for you. Although rare, serious eye problems can develop while wearing contact lenses. To help avoid these problems, follow the wear and replacement schedule and instructions on proper lens care. Do not wear contact lenses if you have an eye infection, any eye disease or systemic disease, that may affect the eye, or if you are allergic to any ingredients. If you experience eye discomfort, excessive tearing, vision changes, redness or other eye problems, remove the lens and contact your Eye Care Professional immediately. For more information, including warnings and precautions, carefully read the Instructions for Use. 2024PP06261