Those of you using a contact lens should take proper care of your lenses so that your eyes remains protected. Contact lenses are subject to daily wear and tear. Not cleaning contact lenses regularly may result in increase in the layer of the deposits and absorbed material on the surface resulting in discomfort and affect vision.

Tips for basic care of your lenses

Avoid using moisturising or antibacterial soap when washing your hands.
Fill your contact lens case with solution before replacing lens in case to help avoid damage.
Keep your contact lenses always moist
Avoid using permanent or lash building mascara's as these can create deposits on contact lenses.
Use contact lenses only through medical guidance and valid prescription to avoid risk.
Keep your contact lenses case clean and tightly closed
Remove your contact lenses while sleeping
Keep the solutions in a cool dry place and away from dust and filth
Remove the lenses from your eye in such a way that your nails does not harm your eyes

Tips for cleaning contact lenses

Cleaning contact lenses requires much more care than just dumping them in the lens case filled with solution.
Taking a little extra care can make your lenses last longer.
Wash your hands properly before removing the contact lenses from eyes
Start cleaning with the same contact lens always, (left eye first) so you do not mix up your lenses
Avoid pouring lotion on your hands as this may get on your lens when cleaning
Use oil free foundation and other moisturisers when wearing contact lenses.
Avoid cleaning contact lenses with saliva, it is a very harmful practice
Clean the lenses with the solution recommended by your eye doctor or optician only
Avoid touching the tips of cleaning solutions for your lenses as this can contaminate the cleaning solution.
Clean the contact lenses whenever you remove them.
Rinse the cleaning solution on lenses properly.
Rinse your contact lenses and flush your eyes if your contact lenses start irritating your eyes.
Remove the contact lenses and clean it if a dust particle suddenly enters your eye.