13 common mistakes when using contact lenses

Summary of 13 common mistakes when using contact lensesErrorHow to fix it1st error: Not having regular eye examsGet your eyes checked periodically every 6 months if you use contact lenses regularly or at least once a year.2nd error: Do not wash your hands with soap before putting on and taking off glassesYou should wash your hands before removing or wearing contact lenses to completely eliminate bacteria that are harmful to your eyes3rd error: Do not rinse or sterilize the soaking tray before first useRinse in boiling water or rinse the tray with disinfectant solutions to ensure the tray is not contaminated. Always keep the soaking tray in a dry place before and during use. Do not use tap water directly to soak glasses and soaking trays.4th error: Don’t clean your glasses oftenScrub the glass to remove bacteria and plaque on the glass to keep it clean and maintain its longevity. You should clean your lenses regularly any time you remove them from your eyes, and you should rinse them with solution before wearing them again.5th error: Do not use moisturizing and lubricating solutions when using glassesThe solution has the effect of moisturizing against dry eyes and lubricating the glasses to prevent eye damage caused by the glasses rubbing against the eyes during use. The eye drop solution also removes environmental plaque and secretions produced by the lacrimal glands, helping to keep glasses clean and increase their lifespan.6th error: Using glasses of unknown originYou need to carefully check the type of contact lens you intend to buy and the import documents or quality certificate of that type of lens. Only use products with clear origin and provided by reputable sellers.7th error: Using glasses too long during the day or wearing them overnightWearing time during the day should not exceed 14 hours and only use types that are recommended for overnight use to wear while sleeping.8th error: Use glasses for more than the recommended timeContact lenses are a form of polymer and will gradually degrade during use. If you use them beyond the recommended period, the lenses will quickly dry out and become unsafe for your eyes.9th error: Use leftover old soaking solutionGlass soaking solutions often do not or only use very little preservatives, so they are susceptible to bacterial invasion. You need to avoid direct contact with the bottle mouth to avoid spreading bacteria to the solution in the bottle. Throw away any remaining soaking solution if it has expired as it is no longer safe10th error: Wear glasses after applying makeupAlways wear glasses before applying makeup to avoid macara dust and eye shadow falling into your eyes, causing stinging and irritation. Close your eyes when spraying solutions on your hair or wear glasses after getting your hair done. The substances in hairspray can stick to glasses and harm your eyes in the long runError 11: Concomitant use with eye drops is not recommendedOnly use eye drop solutions that are recommended to be safe for contact lenses. Ask your doctor before using saline eye drops and artificial tears because they may contain preservatives that are not suitable for contact lenses, making them unsafe for your eyes and causing them to dissolve.12th error: Use the same pair of glasses for many monthsContact lenses are like sponges. They will absorb residue in tears or proteins and stick to bacteria on the eyelids. No matter how carefully you take care of it, the glass will still get dirty. Therefore, remember to change your glasses every month or more often as possibleError 13: Wear contact lenses when swimmingEven though there is chlorine in the lake to disinfect, of course it cannot be clean of bacteria. Besides skin diseases, swimming pool water is also the cause of “itching in the right eye, redness in the left eye” if you keep wearing contact lenses and diving in the pool.