Multi-colored lenses for the eyes. Model UltraFlex Next - convenient tint color clusters

Many people these days wear contact lenses not only to correct poor eyesight, but also to look better. With the help of colored lenses, you can improve the saturation of the natural shade of the eyes, or completely change the color of the iris. Now you can choose colored lenses for every taste and for any purpose. Some of them perform two functions - vision correction and changing the shade of the eyes, other colored lenses are designed only to paint the iris in other colors.

Colored lenses: what are they and how much do they cost

Using lenses of different shades, you can create bright and original images and it is completely safe for your health. Most colored lenses are even useful - they are able to protect the eyes from pernicious influence ultraviolet rays. It's all about the dye that is used in their manufacture - it contains substances that neutralize ultraviolet light.

At the same time, it is precisely because of this dye that it is not recommended to wear more than 8 hours in a row, since the dye prevents the penetration of oxygen to the eyes. Ophthalmologists advise removing such lenses every couple of hours for a few minutes so that the eyes can fully rest.

Another disadvantage of colored lenses can be considered the peculiarity of their staining - in the place where the pupil is located, the dye is not applied. This often leads to the fact that when the pupil expands, it goes beyond the uncolored area and vision becomes worse. The same problem can occur when the lens is displaced on the eyeball - the pupil falls on the colored part and vision deteriorates.

When wearing contact lenses, the cornea experiences daily stress, microtraumas may appear on its surface, accompanied by pain symptoms, feeling foreign body in the eye, lacrimation and redness of the conjunctiva. To restore the tissues of the eye surface, after injuries (with prolonged wearing of contact lenses and in a situation of accidental trauma to the cornea of the eye when using lenses), as adjuvant therapy, products with dexpanthenol can be used - a substance that has a regenerating effect on tissues, in particular, eye gel Korneregel. It has a healing effect due to the maximum concentration of dexpanthenol 5% *, and the carbomer included in its composition, due to its viscous texture, prolongs the contact of dexpanthenol with the ocular surface. Korneregel remains on the eye for a long time due to its gel-like form, is easy to apply, penetrates into the deep layers of the cornea and stimulates the process of regeneration of the epithelium of the surface tissues of the eye, promotes the healing of microtraumas and eliminates the sensation of pain. The drug is applied in the evening, when the lenses are already removed.

Types of colored lenses

Now there is such a variety of colored lenses on the market that it is sometimes very difficult to choose one. Before choosing lenses, you need to decide for what purpose they are needed.

Lens type	Description
Tinted or tinted lenses	Fundamental changes in natural color they don't bring in the eyes. Their task is to emphasize the natural shade, to make the look deep and piercing. These lenses are only half transparent, so on light-colored eyes they can have a rather strong effect on discoloration. On dark eyes wow, they don't seem to have much of an effect.
Opaque lenses	Needed if radical changes are required. These lenses can be worn by people with any natural eye color. When choosing such lenses, you need to make sure that the pattern that imitates the iris has been carefully drawn - so the eyes will look more natural
Corrective lenses	Designed not only to make changes in the natural shade, but also to correct visual defects
Cosmetic contact lenses	Used to mask eye defects - for example, to hide a thorn
Carnival lenses (crazy lenses)	Most often they are worn when they go to a party or Halloween. Decorative lenses able to make eyes like a vampire, or a cat, the pattern on them can be in the form of an asterisk, web, smiley, heart, etc. Such lenses will allow you to stand out at any celebration, give the image a touch of magic and fabulousness.
Therapeutic lenses	They are used as protective barrier from ultraviolet rays or negative impact environment, as well as in various eye diseases

Whatever lenses you want to buy, you should always consult with an ophthalmologist. Every person individual characteristics body, many cannot be worn at all, therefore, without the approval of a doctor, it is highly not recommended to use colored lenses.

The cost of colored lenses

Nowadays, more and more manufacturers produce not only corrective contact lenses, but also colored ones. This is due to the growing popularity of such optical devices. After all, a change in eye color can have a much greater effect than a new hairstyle or clothes.

The following companies are considered the best manufacturers of colored lenses:

Johnson&Johnson

They emphasize the natural beauty of the eyes, giving it a radiant and expressive shade. Pack of 30 pieces, one pair can only be worn one day. average cost- 1300 rubles.

ACUVUE 2 COLORS Opaques And ACUVUE 2 COLORS Enhancers. The former are suitable for light and dark eyes, the latter - only for light ones. The dye in these lenses is distributed in the inner layers of the material. Contain 3 color layers, due to which an accurate imitation of the iris of the eye is provided. There are 6 lenses in the package. The wearing time of 1 pair is 2 weeks. average price– 700 rubles.

Bausch & Lomb

This company is considered the largest manufacturer of contact lenses in the world. Her products have always been of the highest quality.

These lenses are based on the most modern developments thanks to which they perfectly convey the natural pattern of the iris. The lens surface is protected from all kinds of eye secretions and prevents harmful environmental components from penetrating the eyeball. There are 2 lenses in the package. Wearing time - 3 months. The average price is 600 rubles.

CIBA Vision

This manufacturer specializes in the production of colored corrective lenses. The drawing is applied in three layers, which allows you to perfectly imitate the natural structure of the iris.

Fresh Look Color Blends. In addition to changing the color shade of the eye, these lenses are perfectly centered on the eyeball, making it difficult to dislodge them, even with a sharp rotation of the eyes. There are 2 lenses in the package. Wearing time - 1 month. The average price is 350 rubles.

Additionally, they protect the eyes from exposure to ultraviolet radiation, while allowing oxygen to pass through well. The package contains 2 lenses for a month. The average price is 700 rubles.

"FreshLook One Day Illuminate". Colored lenses with a unique ability to visually increase the size of the eyes. The package contains 10 daily wear lenses. The average price is 550 rubles.

Carl Zeiss

Recognized all over the world, almost a legendary manufacturer of optical instruments. Contact lenses produced by this company are famous for their highest quality and ability to retain moisture, protecting the eye from drying out. The cost of lenses from this manufacturer is slightly higher than that of others, but the quality compensates for the financial costs.

"Contact day 30 colors Two-tone". Two-tone contact lenses that can drastically change the color of the eyes, regardless of the natural shade - whether dark or light eyes. The package contains 2 monthly lenses. The average price is 1200 rubles.

Bescon

This manufacturer produces contact lenses, in the production of which a special technology of "volumetric formation" is used. Coloring agents are applied at the stage of lens manufacturing, which avoids the need to make an additional layer. Thanks to this technology, Bescon lenses are particularly thin, and the eyes receive enough oxygen.

They give the eyes a bright and at the same time natural shade, as well as visually increase the size of the eyes. Can be used to change the color of light or dark eyes. The package contains 2 lenses for a month. The average price is 550 rubles.

Tutti Impression Color. A feature of these lenses is the optimal diameter of the pupillary area, which allows you to see well with changes in pupil size. In addition, these lenses are unique property change the hue depending on the brightness of the light. The more intense the light falls on them, the more expressive the eyes seem. The package contains 2 lenses for a month. The average price is 700 rubles.

OK Vision

This company specializes in the production of carnival contact lenses. These lenses completely change natural look iris, changing it to any drawing you are interested in.

Released in dozens various options, with images in the form of cat's eyes, fire, radioactivity sign, emoticon, target, cross, web, etc. The package contains 2 lenses for 3 months of wearing. The average price is 900 rubles.

Carnival lenses can not only depict some kind of pattern, but even glow in the dark, striking others. For example, Colornova Disco. They are available in 6 different colors. The substances used in their manufacture are absolutely safe for health, although it is not recommended to wear them for more than 6 hours in a row. The package contains 2 lenses for 1 month of wearing. The average price is 1500 rubles.

Thus, the cost of modern colored lenses can vary greatly. The price depends not only on the manufacturer, but also on the characteristics of the lens - breathability, safety when worn, the ability to provide protection from UV rays, as well as the ability to accurately mimic the natural pattern of the iris.

Video - All about colored lenses

*5% - the maximum concentration of dexpanthenol among eye forms in RF. According to the State Register medicines, State medical devices and organizations ( individual entrepreneurs) engaged in the production and manufacture of medical devices, as well as according to data from open sources of manufacturers (official websites, publications), April 2017

There are contraindications. It is necessary to read the instructions or consult with a specialist.

Colored contact lenses are a good way to make your appearance perfect in your imagination. They are able to change the color of the eyes dramatically or only slightly, giving the desired shade. Such models are in demand among people who, for one reason or another, would like to have a different color of the iris. For example, for cosplay or just for the sake of own feeling beautiful.

There are many types of colored lenses. Some suitable for people bright eyes, some - for brown-eyed. There are also special contact lenses that replace the natural shade with an unusual pattern or change the color of the sclera (white) of the eye. It looks extravagant, although it is more difficult to wear them than regular models.

It is worth remembering that colored and tinted lenses are still a medical product that must be properly cared for and should not be used if there are contraindications. So before buying it is better to consult an ophthalmologist.

They can not only give a shade to the iris, but at the same time correct vision. But still, their main purpose is aesthetic, not medical. Unfortunately, because of this, it is rare to find lenses with good oxygen permeability parameters - they cannot be compared with transparent models in terms of wearing comfort. And sleeping in them is not recommended - you can only wear them during the day.

How not to make a mistake in choosing and buy a model that is most suitable in all respects? To do this, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the rating of the best colored lenses. We use detailed information and real experience from reviews to make the most informative material. All lenses in our rating are presented with a standard radius of curvature of 8.6 - they are the most versatile and common.

The best colored lenses for light eyes (tinted)

Such lenses are unable to fully change the color of the iris. They give it a certain shade or emphasize the natural. Most often, such models are plain and translucent, do not have a pronounced iris pattern. Their task is to slightly change the existing shade: for example, to make greenish or bluish from gray. But they will not be able to radically change the color. All models in this section are made of polymacon, so they are not too expensive, but quite comfortable and common.

3 OK Vision Fusion Nuance

The best number of diopters (up to -15). Three pairs included
Country: South Korea
Average price: 1890 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.6

These daily lenses are known for their comfortable wear and vibrant tones. They are able to give the iris a bright shade or deepen the natural one. There are only three colors: aquamarine, blue and green. Good oxygen permeability pleases: 27.5 Dk / t will make the eyes feel comfortable. Moisture permeability is relatively high - 45%. If you need vision correction, you can choose the option with optical power from 0 to -15.

Lenses give a bright shade. It doesn't look very natural, but it looks very good. There is a drawback - the painted area can be noticeable on the squirrel, since the model does not have an indent. The reviews note that contact lenses are visible on the eyes. Therefore, it is worth choosing them very carefully. I am glad that there are 6 lenses in the box at once - this supply is enough for 1.5 months of daily wear (two weeks for a pair).

2 ADRIA Color 2 tone

Souvenir set as a gift
Country: South Korea
Average price: 1090 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Not bad, but not the most comfortable lenses with a diameter of 14.2 mm. They are not able to radically change the color of the eyes, but they tint it well, make it deeper and richer. There are five shades in the line: gray, blue, green, blue and purple. The model has an iris pattern, which is not present in others tint lenses ah, so it will change color better than regular tint models. But the pattern is not too pronounced, so the native color will not completely overlap. You can order a variant with diopters - from 0 to -10.

The parameters are not the best - at 38% moisture content, only 19 Dk/t. Some buyers note discomfort when wearing in reviews, but it is not so strong as to give up the advantages of these lenses. A nice bonus: as a gift, manufacturers often put several souvenirs - from a sleep mask to containers for lenses and special drops. Only one pair is included, you can wear it for 3 months.

1 Belmore Illusion Colors Shine

Most colors in the line. Best price
Country: South Korea
Average price: 760 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.9

This 14mm model with UV filter becomes the leader in the ranking of the best tinted lenses. She will be pleased with the variety of color options. There are six colors in the line - black, blue, green, purple, gray and blue. Customers are pleased with the convenience of wearing - the lenses practically do not dry the eyes and are not felt on them due to a comfortable 38% moisture content and oxygen permeability of 24.5 Dk / t. For people with poor eyesight provided optical power up to -8 diopters. Enough two lenses from the kit for three months of wearing.

This model has a high quality of coloring and gives a bright and juicy shade on the iris. But some colors cannot be called natural. Some options may look too noticeable on light irises. Therefore, this model should be selected more carefully if you only need to slightly change the natural shade or give it colors.

The best colored lenses for brown eyes

The dark color of the iris is more difficult to cover. And therefore, if you need to radically change the color, Brown eyes require completely different models. For this, other lenses that do not allow the original color to break through. But, as a rule, in bright light, due to the narrowing of the pupil, the natural iris still looks through. Colored lenses have a pronounced iris pattern and more saturated colors. This combination works well with dark eyes, but on light ones it can create an unnaturally bright shade with a too pronounced pattern. However, the effect of combining light eyes and colored lenses will be stunning.

4 Ophthalmic Butterfly Three-tone

The best price in the category
Country: UK
Average price: 650 rubles
Rating (2018): 4.3

Bright and visible 14.2mm 2-heme lenses with no natural look. Eight bright shades are produced - gray, brown, green, blue, hazel, colorless, blue and purple. They have a relatively good moisture content of 42% and not very high oxygen permeability of 15.8 Dk/t. Options for vision correction are available - from 0 to -10 diopters. The box contains two lenses, designed for three months of wearing.

These inexpensive lenses will easily block the natural color of the eyes. But they themselves will look like a beautiful and high-quality, but still a drawing on the iris. So the proponents of naturalness will not love them. But if you need to stand out from the crowd and at the same time change the shade of your eyes, Ofthalmix will perfectly cope with this mission. In the reviews, some users note that the lenses are visible on the iris in bright light, and wearing them is not very comfortable.

3 ADRIA Glamorous

Brilliant results for all eyes
Country: South Korea
Average price: 1069 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.5

14.5mm polychem lenses with bright, though not quite natural color. On sale you can find six options - black, gray, blue, purple, green and brown. All shades are quite lively and expressive. We are pleased with quite good characteristics for inexpensive colored lenses - a moisture content of 43% and 22 Dk / t. If you need vision correction, you can choose an option with diopters up to -8.5. In the reviews, it was repeatedly noted that the model is quite comfortable to wear and is almost not felt before the eyes. Includes two lenses that can be worn for 90 days.

These lenses completely cover the natural color of the eye and slightly extend beyond the edges of the iris. Due to this, it visually increases. The model has a bright and pronounced black contour along the edge, even in light shades. Therefore, the lenses do not seem too natural. But some buyers like this effect.

2 OK Vision Fusion

14 different shades
Country: South Korea
Average price: 910 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.7

Comfortable 14mm terpolymer lenses with wide choice models. In stores you can find up to 14 different colors and shades - from black to aquamarine. So there will be plenty to choose from. Along the edge of each shade is a pronounced black border, which will emphasize the color of the eyes. The lenses sit almost imperceptibly. Almost completely cover the dark natural shade, although it can still be seen.

The cutout under the pupil is quite large - the view will not be clouded by the color of the lens. 45% moisture content and 27.5 Dk / t will allow you to feel quite comfortable, although not ideal compared to colorless models. On sale there are options with diopters (up to -15) and without. In the reviews, some buyers note that this model is too bright for light eyes - the color is unnatural. But they are good for brownies. The box contains two lenses, you can wear them for 3 months.

1 FreshLook (Alcon) Color Blends

There is a UV filter. Best Ratio price and quality
Country: Germany
Average price: 745 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.8

Comfortable and inexpensive femfilcon A lenses with a diameter of 14.5 mm. You can find seven colors at once - gray, purple, blue, blue, green, gold, brown. At the same time, each model has three shades that create an iris pattern. So it will turn out not only to change the current eye color to a more “cold” one, but also to make it more natural and lively by combining several colors with the original iris. Unfortunately, in model range few diopters - from 0 to -6. But there is UV protection, so it will be comfortable on the street.

The color is vibrant and natural. Relatively good characteristics are pleasing - 55% moisture content and 32 Dk / t, so that the eyes in the lenses will be quite comfortable. In reviews, buyers praise a really chic color that easily covers even the darkest shades of the iris. The box contains one pair, designed for a month of wearing.

The best carnival lenses

In some situations, it may be necessary to change the color to a completely unnatural one. For example, depict cat eye or thorn. Then carnival lenses will come to the rescue. They are of two types - regular and scleral. The latter completely cover the eye, applying some shade, pattern, and so on to the protein. Ordinary ones simply hide the natural color of the iris, making it patterned or colored. Such lenses are often used for carnivals (hence the second name) and cosplay of various characters from the fantasy world.

3 ADRIA Neon

The only lenses in the category with diopters
Country: South Korea
Average price: 1490 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.4

At first glance, these 14mm polymacon lenses are no different from conventional tinted lenses. Under normal lighting, they only slightly change the color of the eyes and look relatively natural. But one has only to shine ultraviolet light on them - and they will begin to glow in response! This ideal model for lovers of clubs and parties. With them, the eyes will shine in the truest sense of the word - neon paint reflects ultraviolet light. There are five different shades - lemon, pink, purple, blue and poisonous green. All colors are bright and eye-catching.

The model has a relatively low moisture content of 38% and Dk / t 19, it feels relatively comfortable on the eyes. Pleased with the presence of diopters (from 0 to -10), so you can wear them even with poor eyesight. In the reviews, buyers emphasize that without ultraviolet radiation, the poisonous shades of the lenses are not so noticeable - they only slightly overlap the main color, but do not make a monster out of the wearer. It comes with one pair and can be worn for 90 days.

2 ADRIA Sclera Pro

Scleral lenses
Country: South Korea
Average price: 3169 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.6

Polymacon lenses with a diameter of 22 mm, capable of blocking the whites of the eyes. They can apply color evenly to the entire area of the eye, not just the iris. Due to which you can achieve a great effect. These lenses are the perfect complement to any look that needs unusual eyes. On sale there are 6 different colors and patterns - from the look of Satan or a dragon to perfectly black.

Putting on scleral models is more difficult than regular lenses but the effect is worth it. You can’t wear them for a long time: when worn for more than three hours, your eyes may start to hurt. The model has good characteristics - high moisture content of 55% and Dk / t 19, which is very good for "sclera". Lenses are sold one by one, and you can wear them continuously for three months.

1 OKVision Fusion Fancy

21 patterns to choose from
Country: South Korea
Average price: 1350 rubles.
Rating (2018): 4.8

A truly versatile 14mm non-diopter terpolymer lens designed to create the ultimate look. The assortment has everything - vampire eyes, dollars, emoticons, spirals and much more. These are completely unnatural options that are created specifically for carnivals and cosplays. The lenses are very thin and soft, and the pattern on them is bright and noticeable. So the owners of this model will not be left without attention.

A huge variety is complemented by quality and relative comfort to wear - they can be worn for 6 hours. The water in them is 45%, has a good oxygen permeability - 27.5 Dk / t. In the process of wearing, they may not be very comfortable due to the density of the pattern. In the reviews, users noted that sometimes when physical impact the lens can rotate. The set includes two lenses with a validity period of up to three months.

According to statistics, more than 30% of women are not satisfied with their eye color and would like to change it somehow. A few decades ago, this could not have been dreamed of, but today it is available to absolutely everyone.

What are colored contact lenses

Colored contact lenses are small hemispherical products that are patterned to mimic the natural iris. When worn on the eyes, they change their natural color: from giving a slight shade to a complete change.

In their manufacture, coloring agents are added directly to polymeric materials or are already applied to the finished lens. In both cases, paint is used that is absolutely harmless to the body: it does not cause inflammatory reactions mucous membranes, rarely provokes allergies, does not have a toxic effect.

Today, colored lenses are most often used in cosmetic purposes. But they also have medical field Applications:

with defects of the iris after injuries or surgical interventions;
with significant clouding of the cornea ("thorn");
with diseases of the eye apparatus, accompanied by intolerance to direct sunlight;
if it is necessary to "train" the diseased eye, when it is necessary to close the healthy one (previously, special glasses were used for this, which did not allow 100% to achieve the desired effect).

Varieties

Colored lenses can be divided into 2 large groups:

Tinted or tinted lenses are virtually clear and have weak degree staining in one color. Such devices are not able to radically change the color of the iris. They can only slightly enhance it or give an unusual shade (for example, make blue eyes turquoise or greenish). Not suitable for dark eyes.
Colored lenses with an opaque coating that can cover the natural color of the eyes and completely change it. They can be used even by people who have a very dark natural eye color. On sale you can find options for such lenses that imitate both the natural iris and very bold colors (Crazy lenses, "cat's eye", "thorn").

Colored lenses with diopters are also produced, which allow, simultaneously with a change in the color of the iris, to carry out the necessary vision correction.

And for people who see well, there are "zero" lenses on sale - without diopters.

Disadvantages of colored lenses

Colored lenses for the eyes are not without drawbacks:

when wearing colored in a dark room, the quality of vision may deteriorate. Since the human pupil expands in low light, and the size of the transparent area on the lens is unchanged, sometimes the size of the pupil becomes larger and this interferes with normal visual perception;
Colored lenses are thicker and thicker than clear lenses. Therefore, the duration of their wearing should not exceed a few hours. If the wearing mode is not observed, the risk of irritation and redness of the eye and conjunctiva increases many times;
sometimes, when blinking, the colored lenses move and a short time block part of the pupil, which causes a short-term blurred vision. Therefore, it is extremely undesirable to use such lenses while driving a car and when performing work that requires accurate visual perception.

Care rules

In order for colored lenses for the eyes to last as long as possible long time you need to take good care of them:

It is necessary to wear colored and tinted contact lenses strictly before application. decorative cosmetics and remove them before the makeup is removed from the eyes.
All manipulations with lenses must be carried out only with clean hands over a clean cloth, reducing the risk of loss or damage.
It is highly undesirable to wear colored lenses in smoky, smoky or dusty rooms. This can cause them to become damaged and cloudy.
Between wearing periods, colored lenses must be stored in a special container with moisturizing liquid.
At least once a week, such contact lenses should be treated with special cleaning tablets or solutions that remove all deposits from their surface.

How to choose the right

Even if you do not need vision correction, the first purchase of colored lenses for the eyes is best done after visiting the ophthalmologist's office.

The doctor will determine visual acuity, conduct an eye examination in order to identify contraindications to wearing lenses. If there are no problems, then the ophthalmologist will measure the necessary indicators, which will become guidelines in the selection of lenses.

When choosing a color, you need to clearly understand what effect you want to get. If you have bright eyes and only want to make them brighter and more expressive, then the best option would be to buy tinted lenses. If you are the owner of a dark shade of the iris or want to radically change its color, then only colored lenses will suit you.

Like ordinary lenses, their color and tint options must be selected strictly in accordance with their anatomical parameters of the eye: the diameter of the iris and the curvature of the cornea. If you neglect these values, then you can buy lenses with the wrong characteristics, which not only will not fulfill their decorative function, but will also cause inconvenience and visual impairment.

If you are going to purchase colored lenses for the first time, then it is better to opt for products with short term wearing. The ideal option is disposable lenses. Having bought lenses that can be used for a month or more, there is a chance that the shade will not suit you and you will not like it, and money will be wasted.

If you have already used colored lenses for the eyes and are confident in the brand and shade, then you can take the option with a longer shelf life - up to six months. price of colored lenses pharmacy chains Russia, ranges from 400 to 850 rubles, depending on the manufacturer.

It is important to remember that although colored lenses are just a fashion accessory today, they can cause allergic reactions or irritation of mucous membranes.

Therefore, if you feel even minimal discomfort, pain or burning in the eyes, you should immediately remove the lenses, and if the symptoms do not go away on their own, then visit the office of an ophthalmologist.

In conclusion, we suggest watching a short video about the selection of colored lenses:

The first thing people notice when they meet is the color of their eyes. Thanks to modern achievements ophthalmology, it is not difficult to change their shade, it is enough to purchase colored contact lenses. With their help, you can not only correct the color of the iris, but also hide some defects. Among the wide range there are models for the correction of visual acuity and for those who do not have eye problems, but want to change something in their image.

A huge number of different colored lenses are presented on store shelves, it is sometimes difficult to choose one model. Therefore, to begin with, it is worth understanding their purpose:

Shade products. They do not radically change the color of the eyes, but emphasize the natural depth of the shade, give the look a mystery. The lenses are 50% transparent, so the color of the iris can change a lot in light-eyed people, but for owners of dark eyes, they are practically useless, because. radical changes in shade will not occur;
opaque products. Suitable for those who want to change the color of the eyes by 100%. When buying, make sure that the pattern imitating the iris is drawn in detail. So you can achieve the most natural result;
For correction. Colored lenses for eyes with diopters will not only change the natural pigment, but also improve visual acuity;
Cosmetic. Used to mask existing flaws, such as thorns;
Carnival. They are usually worn to a themed party. They can turn you into a vampire, a cat. Some models have a drawing (smiley face, asterisk, etc.). The product will give the image of individuality and distinguish you from the crowd;
Therapeutic. Use with available eye pathologies and to protect the eyes from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Even if you do not suffer from eye problems, visit a doctor before purchasing products. He will assess the state of the visual apparatus to identify possible contraindications to the use of optics. If none are found, the optometrist will help you choose best option, will measure the desired parameters.

When choosing a shade, decide what final effect you expect. If the eyes light color, and you want to give them brightness and expressiveness, then get tinted lenses. Owners of dark eyes who want to radically change the color of the iris can buy colored optics.

When selecting lenses, it is important to take into account some parameters, such as the curvature and the diameter of the cornea. If you treat the purchase irresponsibly, you can become the owner of the “wrong” product that will not perform the intended decorative function, moreover, it can harm the visual apparatus and cause a lot of discomfort.

If this is your first time trying contact lenses to change your eye color, then opt for short-term products. beneficial use. Ideal option - one-day. Having bought optics for long-term operation (from a month or more), there is a high risk that the acquired color will not be to your taste, and money will be thrown away.

If you are an experienced "user" of such optics and know which shade is ideal for your appearance, you can buy products with a long period of use (up to six months).

Buy an unusual invention of ophthalmology can people with vision problems. It is more difficult to choose a model for those who suffer from farsightedness. Since the range of "plus" lenses is limited, they are most often prepared according to custom order. But the owners of "myopic eyes" will easily choose the right model.

Choosing optics according to the catalog, most often it will not be possible to achieve the desired result the first time. After all, the iris is individual for everyone, combining it with a lens you can get an incredible shade. The ideal color is achieved after several fittings. In almost all stores specializing in the sale of optics, such a service is provided free of charge.

You will learn how to properly care for optics to change the shade of the eyes from the video

Modern brands and manufacturers

There are many well-known companies that produce colored contact lenses on the market. Each of the manufacturers offers its own unique collection of colors.

Johnson&Johnson

The Acuvue2 Colors Opaques model is able to radically change the shade of the iris. Maximum term for use - fourteen days. Presented in a wide color scheme. Can be purchased individually. The refraction range is from 0 to -9. They have a protective filter against ultraviolet radiation. Give depth and expressiveness to the look. The average price is seven hundred rubles.

The Maxima Colors model is cheaper, while the color scheme is quite diverse and is suitable for originals who want to draw attention to their person.

Acuvue 2 Colors Enhancer adds depth to natural pigment. Ideal for blue and green eyes. Not suitable for black and dark brown eyes. The price is seven hundred rubles.

Bausch&Lomb

One of the largest manufacturers in the field of ophthalmology.

SoftLens Natural Colors. To create optics used Newest technologies, which most reliably convey the natural pattern of the iris. Thanks to the use of a unique coating, the eyes are reliably protected from negative impact external factors. The maximum period of "exploitation" is three months. The price for one pair is six hundred rubles.

CIBA Vision

The American corporation produces exclusively colored lenses. The image is applied to the surface in three layers to simulate the natural pattern of the iris.

Fresh Look Color Brands. The product not only changes the color of the eyes, but is also securely attached to the eyeball, so the risk of displacement is reduced to zero. The time of use is one month. The cost is three hundred and fifty rubles.

FreshLook Diminsions. Reliably protect visual organ from ultraviolet rays, have a high throughput. The maximum period of use is thirty days. The price for one pair is seven hundred rubles.

FreshLook One Day Illuminate. They have a unique ability to visually give the eyes "extra volume". The look becomes open and expressive. The cost starts from five hundred rubles.

Carl Zeiss

The legendary manufacturer of products for the correction of visual acuity. Products from "Karl" are of high quality, retain moisture well and prevent the eyes from drying out.

Contact day 30 colors Tri-tone. Optics are painted in three different shades, while it looks as natural as possible. The service life is thirty days. The cost is from one thousand rubles.

Contact day 30 colors Two-tone. Lenses dyed simultaneously in two tones radically change the color of the eyes, regardless of whether they originally had a dark or light shade. The average price is one thousand two hundred rubles.

Bescon

In the production of optics, the company uses unique technology"volumetric formation". The coloring pigment is applied to the surface during the manufacturing process, so there is no need for another layer. Lenses from the South Korean manufacturer are distinguished by thinness and high throughput.

Tutti Premium Color. Gives depth to the look. Change the original color of dark and light eyes. The maximum period of use is thirty days. The cost is from five hundred rubles.

Tutti Impression Color. The uniqueness of the model lies in the ideal diameter of the pupillary area, so even with an increase in the pupil, the clarity of the picture is not distorted. The lenses change their color depending on the level of illumination, the brighter the light, the richer the tone of the eyes. Optics is designed for one month of use. The price is seven hundred rubles.

OK Vision

The brand creates carnival optics that radically change the pattern of the iris.

OK Vision Fusion Fancy. Presented in several variations. You can find models with a smiley face, a cross, a cobweb, etc. The lenses are worn for three months. The average price is nine hundred rubles.

Colornova Disco. They not only bear a unique pattern, they also glow in the dark. Sold in six different shades. Safe substances are used for manufacturing, but they cannot be worn for more than eight hours. The price tag starts from one and a half thousand rubles.

How much can you wear?

Colored eye lenses are different from classic products high density and the presence of a coloring pigment on the surface, so they have a low throughput. To prevent oxygen starvation the cornea is not recommended to stay in them for more than fifteen hours.

In the first days, while the eyes are not used to the new "accessory", limit the time of their use to forty minutes a day. During this period, blurred images and slight discomfort are observed. In the future, they can be safely used throughout the day, but be sure to remove them before bedtime.

If for a long time you are tormented by unpleasant and pain(cutting, burning, increased lacrimation), remove your lenses immediately and seek medical attention.

Are colored lenses harmful to the eyes?

For the first time, products appeared on the market thirty years ago, and disputes about its benefits or harms are still ongoing. Some doctors claim that the lenses have a negative effect on the eyeball, because low-quality raw materials are used for their production.

Actually it is not. Optics are made from high quality materials that prevent any damage to the cornea or eye. For the manufacture of lenses, hydrogel or polymer is used. The pigment is located between two layers, so there is no direct contact between it and the eye. An unstained core does not affect visual acuity in any way.

For healthy people

Color contact lenses - perfect option for those who want to add a "zest" to the image, but do not dare to radical changes in the image. If you are not suffering from problems with visual apparatus, the doctor will select a product without diopters. However, if the operating rules are violated, they are really capable of causing irreparable harm to health, causing inflammatory or infection. To prevent this from happening, follow these simple guidelines:

Observe personal hygiene when using optics;
Try to avoid cigarette smoke;
Before the initial use, visit an optometrist;
Do not wear longer than the indicated period.

Sometimes there is a "blurred" look, this is due to the wrong size of the lens.

Shade types differ from overlays in color intensity. They cannot drastically change color eye iris, but deepen natural color and expressive. Such products are suitable for people with light eyes, brown-eyed people will not be able to change their appearance with their help.

Photo 1. Eyes with tinted contact lenses. Products make the color of the iris more saturated.

Overlappers to help change eye color

To change the dark eye color, overlapping lens products are needed. They are colored so intensely that able to mask any color. These products are suitable for everyone without exception.

Carnival, what are they for

For special occasions There is another type of contact lenses - carnival (or theatrical, club). They are dyed in bright colors, they are marked unusual patterns or drawings. They can imitate the eyes of animals, fantastic creatures. Such types are corneal that change only the cornea, or scleral covering the entire eye.

They are called "carnival" because these products are great for costume parties, theatrical performances or filming science fiction films.

Enlarging

Korean manufacturers produce colored lens products, increasing the size of the iris. She bigger size than conventional lens products, thereby achieving the effect of enlarging the eyes.

How do people see with colored lenses?

There is a myth that colored lenses distort the picture, and by putting them on, a person sees everything in one color. In fact in the middle of the lens there is a transparent "window" for the pupil, which allows you to see everything without distortion. However, there is one caveat: the pupil tends to narrow and expand. If it is greatly expanded, the drawing comes into view, and a blurred image appears before the eyes of a person.

Such products are not recommended to be worn at night, as well as to wear them while driving or during responsible work. In some cases, when using these correction tools, color vision may be impaired.

pros

Help change appearance try on different looks.
Can correct vision, thereby eliminating points.
Do not distort objects, do not fog up, do not limit the side view, unlike glasses.
Cannot suddenly "fly off" if the person is playing sports or looking down from a height. They will not break or break from the slightest careless movement.
Colored products, thanks to the pigment that is part of their composition, protect the eye from exposure to harmful ultraviolet rays.

Minuses

Color optics transmit oxygen worse, so already after 2-3 hours use of the eye begins to experience a lack of oxygen. The period of wearing such products should not exceed 5-8 hours.
Difficult to use in low light can also be attributed to the minuses. When the pupil in the dark greatly expands and exceeds the size of the colorless area, a person experiences quite noticeable visual discomfort.
Decorative types are much more likely to cause allergies or eye irritation than ordinary ones.
These optics require careful maintenance.. slightest violation instructions for use may cause eye health problems.
Wrong selection also jeopardizes vision.

Can I wear every day

Daily wearing of colored lenses is absolutely safe, subject to the rules of use, but you need to get used to such optics gradually.

On the first day, you should limit yourself one or two hours use, in the second - three hours in the third - five.

Someone gets tired of lenses In a few hours and no one notices them throughout the day. The main thing is not to exceed the maximum allowable wearing time and immediately remove them if discomfort occurs.

Is it allowed to wear on ordinary lenses

Colored lens products are usually made from a thin and soft hydrogel, and their thinness allows one more lens to be placed on top. But such a design would cause inconvenience, in addition, it will create an insurmountable double barrier to oxygen entering the cornea.

Attention! Ophthalmologists categorically It is forbidden to put one lens on another.

Why you shouldn't sleep in contact lenses to change your eye color

Such products have one significant drawback - you can’t sleep in them, sleep with lenses in your eyes may cause corneal hypoxia.

Are children allowed to wear

At 8-10 years old the child is already able to properly care for such optics. There is an opinion that in the transitional age, when the human body grows and changes, contact lens products, including decorative ones, are contraindicated. There is no scientific evidence for this hypothesis.. But without consulting an ophthalmologist, it is impossible to choose the right means of vision correction for either adults or children.

Terms of wearing

During the day, decorative items should be worn no more than 5-8 hours, and in no case should you sleep in them, so as not to cause corneal hypoxia. The easiest to use are day types.

It is especially convenient to take them on trips: at the end of the day, you just need to throw away the used pair so that you can wear a new one next time, and not think about solutions and storage containers.

Such products are suitable for teenagers and sloppy people. There are also lens products for planned replacement. It requires careful handling and care. For cleaning, you need to choose a multifunctional solution. Its main advantage is lower cost.

Reference. There are also colored contact lenses with a wearing period for a month or a year.

Rules for storage and care

Products will serve the allotted time and will only bring benefits and positive emotions, If you take good care of them:

Need to change products when their expiration date has expired.
You can not wear them for more than the set time.
Sleeping in them is bad for your eyes.
Products must be protected from on them cigarette smoke, dust and any aerosols.
Can't use eye drops in lenses.
You need to carefully choose cosmetics, give preference hypoallergenic.
Products should be stored in containers, and washed with a special solution, recommended by a doctor (never tap water). The means of correcting vision are removed using special tweezers.
They are not suitable for use in the pool and shower.

The main thing to remember when choosing optics - do not buy it online or in a regular store. After the examination, the ophthalmologist should select the means of vision correction, and it is better to buy them in pharmacies and specialized stores. An incorrectly selected product can cause a decrease in visual acuity and various eye diseases.

Decorative contact lenses are a way to change the appearance and an alternative to glasses.

But when using them, you need to remember the following rules:

They should be selected by an ophthalmologist.
You need to get used to the product gradually.
It is necessary to follow the rules of care and not exceed the terms of wearing.
If discomfort occurs, the product should be removed immediately.