How to Clean & Store Colored Contacts Safely | Moxielens
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Quick answer
Clean and store colored contacts with clean hands, fresh contact lens solution, and a clean lens case. Never use water or saliva, never top off old solution, and always follow the instructions from your eye care professional and lens solution manufacturer.
Step-by-step routine
- Wash your hands with soap and dry them before touching lenses.
- Place one lens in your clean palm.
- Apply fresh multipurpose solution and gently rub the lens as directed.
- Rinse with fresh solution.
- Store each lens in a clean case with fresh solution.
- Empty, rinse, and air-dry the case after each use.
What not to do
- Do not clean lenses with water.
- Do not use saliva.
- Do not top off old solution with fresh solution.
- Do not share lenses.
- Do not wear lenses past the recommended replacement period.
Why fresh solution matters
The CDC explains that cleaning removes deposits and debris from the lens surface, while disinfection helps kill harmful germs. Mixing old and fresh solution can reduce disinfection effectiveness.
CDC: Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Storing Contact Lenses
How to store colored contacts
Use a clean case and enough fresh solution to fully cover each lens. After you put lenses in your eyes, empty the case, rinse it with fresh solution, and let it air-dry upside down on a clean tissue.
How often should you replace lenses?
Follow the product's replacement schedule and your eye care professional's guidance. A 6-month or 12-month label is not permission to wear lenses continuously; it refers to the replacement cycle when lenses are properly used and cared for.
Colored contact care for travel and events
- Bring a lens case and travel-size contact lens solution.
- Do a comfort test before an event day.
- Carry glasses as a backup if you use prescription contacts.
- Remove lenses if your eyes feel painful, unusually red, or irritated.
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FAQ
Can I store colored contacts in water?
No. Use contact lens disinfecting solution, not water or saliva.
Can I reuse old contact lens solution?
No. Use fresh solution every time you store your lenses.
Do colored contacts need special cleaning?
Colored contacts should be cleaned and disinfected like contact lenses. Follow the instructions for the lens and care solution you use.