Types of contact lenses*
It can sometimes be a little overwhelming to learn contact lens lingo – but it’s easy to get the drift of it. Your optician will be able help you find the contact lens that is right for you.
Daily disposable contact lenses
Designed for one-time use. Great to complement glasses, for everyday or occasional use, for sport, work or play. Very convenient. Available for nearsightedness, farsightedness, short sightedness and long sightedness.
Monthly disposable contact lenses
Designed for monthly replacement. Ideal for those who prefer a spectacle-free look and want to wear them every day of the week. Must be removed and cleaned after wear. Available for nearsightedness, farsightedness, short sightedness and long sightedness.
Toric contact lenses
Either daily or monthly lenses. Helps people with astigmatism to see clearly.
Multifocal contact lenses
Can be either daily or monthly contact lenses. Used by people with presbyopia to see clearly at near, intermediate and far distances – for example, to read a smartphone, watch TV or drive.
Coloured contact lenses
Ideal if you want to change up your look. You can either enhance or change your natural eye colour. Can be either daily or monthly contact lenses.
Contact lens solutions
Designed to clean and disinfect contact lenses. No need to use them If you are wearing daily disposable contact lenses. But if you are wearing other types of contact lenses, using a contact lens solution is a must.