Contact Lens Solution for Lens Hygiene

Contact lens solution is a sterile solution used to clean, disinfect, and store contact lenses. It helps maintain lens hygiene and clarity for comfortable wear.
Category
Accessory
Where to get
Available for purchase at optical stores, pharmacies, and online retailers.
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Contact Lens Solution FAQ


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What is contact lens solution?

Contact lens solution is a product that you use to store your contact lenses as well as to clean and disinfect them. Contact lens solution is important in the proper maintenance of your contact lenses and in preventing eye infections.

Why should you use contact lens solution?

By cleaning off proteins and pathogens that collect on the surface of your lenses, the solution cleans or disinfects them for the next wear. Even if you wear daily disposable contacts, you likely use contact lens solution to rehydrate your lenses when they’re dry or to remove any dust or dirt.

What are contact lens cleaning solutions?

Contact lens cleaning solutions are created with chemicals and preservatives that eliminate dirt and harmful bacteria from polluting contact lenses. Contact lens solutions may commonly include a disinfectant, preservative, surfactant and wetting solution according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Do you need a contact lens solution?

Your eye doctor helps choose your lenses, but when it comes to contact solutions, the choice is yours. The purpose of a contact lens solution is to keep your contacts clean, clear and well-hydrated. This will help your eyes stay comfortable throughout the day.

What are the different types of contact lens solutions?

Contact lens solution is important in the proper maintenance of your contact lenses and in preventing eye infections. The different types of eye contact lens solutions can include multipurpose solutions and hydrogen peroxide-based solutions, which are both suitable for rigid gas-permeable contact lenses according to Vision Centre.

What is the best solution for soft contact lenses?

Multi-purpose solution is the most common contact lens solution that people use for soft contact lenses. You can also use this solution to clean, disinfect, and store your contacts. Consider using a hydrogen peroxide-based solution if you have sensitive eyes or are prone to allergies.

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