A beginner's guide to contact lenses

Discover the benefits of contact lenses and learn how to use them with resources brought to you by Atlanta Eye Group in partnership with ACUVUE®.

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Top benefits of contacts

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Clear unobstructed vision

Contact lenses move with your eyes to give you a full field of vision and focus, wherever you look.

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Activity-friendly

Run, jump, do yoga, play tennis—they won't fall off and break like glasses can as you do what you love.

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Improved self-image

Contact lenses can improve how you see yourself and how people see you.

Experience exceptional comfort for FREE*

ACUVUE® makes contact lenses UNBEATEN in comfort§, but don't take our word for it. Try ACUVUE® for FREE* today and discover it for yourself.

By Length of Wear

Lenses with different wear lengths

For people who like the convenience of disposable, we have one-day lenses, and for more economical options we have bi-weekly and monthly contacts.

Daily disposable contact lenses

Put them on in the morning and throw them away every night. Easy as that.

Bi-weekly contact lenses

Simply clean daily and store in lens solution overnight to keep them clean and ready to wear again.

Monthly contact lenses

Longer-term contacts that require consistent cleaning and upkeep.

Innovations inspired by the needs of your eyes

Every eye is different. ACUVUE® is inspired by them all. Our EYE-INSPIRED Innovations tap into the science of the eye to deliver exceptional vision experiences.

One of our Eye-Inspired Innovations: UV Blocking for eye health.

UV Blocking #

We're the only major brand that blocks at least 97% of UVB and 82% of UVA in every lens#.
One of our Eye-Inspired Innovations: Antioxidants to support comfort.

Antioxidants

Helps keep an important tear film component in its natural state to support lens comfort±.

One of our Eye-Inspired Innovations: Blink Stabilized® for astigmatism.

Blink Stabilized

Designed to realign naturally with every blink to help keep the lens in the right position.
One of our Eye-Inspired Innovations: Invisible Edge for comfort.

Invisible Edge

Designed so your eyelids glide over them as if nothing is there.
One of our Eye-Inspired Innovations: Moisture-infused for hydration.

Moisture-infused

Life demands more our eyes and comfort has become more important than ever.

One of our Eye-Inspired Innovations: Pupil Optimized for multifocal vision.

Pupil Optimized

Pupil size changes with age and your prescription, we account for that.

See what it's like to use contact lenses

How to put on contact lenses

Follow along with this quick tutorial to see how to put your contact lenses in.

How to take off contact lenses

Follow along with this quick tutorial to see how to take your contact lenses out.

Contact lenses can take some getting used to, but once you get the hang of them, they become part of your everyday routine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How long does a contact lens exam take?

It varies depending on what tests are being performed and how many patients are being examined. However, most patients can expect their appointment to take between 30 and 60 minutes.

How long does a contact lens prescription last for?

Contact lens prescriptions are typically valid for 1 year from the date of your exam.

How old do I have to be to wear contact lenses?

Lots of teens (and even some pre-teens) wear contact lenses. It's more about responsibility and attitude than age since they require care and cleanliness. Seeing an eye doctor will help you figure out whether contact lenses are right for you. Daily disposable contacts can be a good option for new and younger contact lens wearers since they don't require cleaning or disinfection.

How long will it take for my contact lenses to feel normal?

This varies for everyone. If you feel like it has been too long, the best way to find out why you're uncomfortable, and what you can do about it, is to talk to your eye doctor.

Should the contact lens move around after I put it on?

A proper fitting contact lens will move just slightly with each blink, but should stay in place as you move your eyes around. Even on that rare occasion when a contact lens moves off the center of the eye, it usually stays on the eye and can simply be moved back to center.

Is it okay if my vision is still blurry after putting on my contact lenses?

Many things can adversely affect your vision. It could be dry eyes, poor-fitting lenses, or an out-of-date prescription. It could also be a sign of a more serious problem not related to your contacts. You should always talk to your eye doctor about any issues you are having with your vision or your contact lenses.

Wear ACUVUE® with confidence

ACUVUE® LensAssist® service

LensAssist®

Our LensAssist® service is with you 24/7, every step of the way, with easy to understand How to Videos and our New Wearers Guide.
ACUVUE® Comfort Promise: 100% satisfaction of your money back.

ACUVUE® Comfort Promise

Satisfaction Guaranteed. We are confident that you will love the comfort of ACUVUE® Contact Lenses. If you're not 100% satisfied within 90 days, we promise your money back, no questions asked.

*Free trial contact lenses available only from participating eye care professionals. Exam and fitting fees not included.

§ ACUVUE® Brand families of contact lenses with unbeaten in comfort claims: ACUVUE® OASYS (including daily disposable families), 1-DAY ACUVUE® MOIST (within the category of hydrogel daily disposable), and ACUVUE® VITA®1,2,3

1. Data on File, 2024. Unbeaten in Comfort Claims for the ACUVUE® OASYS Brand Families of Contact Lenses Using Clinical Trials Posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. (April 30, 2024).

2. JJV Data on File, 2024. Unbeaten in Comfort Claims for the family of 1-DAY ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses Using Clinical Trials Posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. (April 30, 2024)

3. JJV Data on File, 2024. Unbeaten in Comfort Claims for the family of ACUVUE® VITA® Brand Contact Lenses Using Clinical Trials Posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. (April 30, 2024).

# Helps protect against transmission of harmful UV radiation to the cornea and into the eye.

WARNING: 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. NOTE: Long-term exposure to UV radiation is one of the risk factors associated with cataracts. Exposure is based on a number of factors such as environmental conditions (altitude, geography, cloud cover) and personal factors (extent and nature of outdoor activities). UV-blocking contact lenses help provide protection against harmful UV radiation. However, clinical studies have not been done to demonstrate that wearing UV-blocking contact lenses reduces the risk of developing cataracts or other eye disorders. Consult your eye care practitioner for more information.

∞ Available on up to two opened boxes of contacts. Copy of purchase and fitting fee receipt required. Refund by mail within 4 to 6 weeks. Cannot be combined with rebate. For additional terms and conditions and for complete instructions download the claim form. Offer valid until December 31, 2024.

± As shown in a laboratory study.

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Important Safety Information for contact lens wearers: ACUVUE® Contact lenses are available by prescription only 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 the lens care instructions provided by your eye doctor. Do not wear contact lenses if you have an eye infection, or experience eye discomfort, excessive tearing, vision changes, redness or other eye problems. If one of these conditions occurs, remove the lens and contact your eye doctor immediately. For more information on proper wear, care and safety, talk to your eye care professional, call 1-800-843-2020, or download the Patient Instruction Guides.

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