Best contact lenses for eyes 2022

Today, the choice of contact lenses is quite extensive. Therefore, it is important to know which of the contact correction products have earned praise from patients who use them to improve vision. Here are the top 10 best contact lenses for vision correction.

Top 10 best contact lenses for eyes according to KP

Many people find it uncomfortable to wear glasses, so they prefer contact lenses to correct their vision. These medical devices correct for refractive errors that make far or near images appear blurry. Most often, it becomes necessary to select lenses for nearsightedness (it is called the medical term myopia), farsightedness (aka hypermetropia) or astigmatism.

Lenses can be worn daily, they are put on in the morning and in the evening, removed before going to bed, disposed of, and a new pair is used the next day. Another option is lenses to be worn for a certain period of time (usually a month), and then replaced with a new pair.

The best daily lenses

It is believed that these are the safest types of contact correction. The lenses are available in a package that contains a set number of lenses (30, 60 or 90, 180 pieces) to allow you to use a new pair every day.

A person in the morning after sleep and hygiene procedures puts on a new pair of products, and in the evening, before going to bed, removes used lenses and disposes of them. These products can protect the eyes from infection, greatly simplify the use, since no care is required, the use of solutions, the use of containers. The same lenses are recommended for use after (and sometimes during) certain diseases.

1. Proclear 1 Day

Manufacturer Coopervision

The lenses of this series and manufacturer are suitable for people suffering from periodic reddening of the eyes or a sensation of burning, sandy and dry eyes. They have a high moisture content. They help to ensure high comfort when wearing contact lenses, especially during prolonged visual stress.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,25 to +8 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,5 to -9,5 (with myopia).

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2. 1 Day Moist

Manufacturer Acuvue

Daily lenses, which are considered one of the most famous brands. Available in packs of 30 to 180 pieces, which allows for a sufficiently long period of use. Comfortable to wear during the day, corrects refractive errors well. The humidity level of the products is high enough to keep comfort until the evening. Helps protect eyes from irritation and dryness. Suitable for patients with sensitive corneas or allergies.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0 to +5 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,5 to -12 (with myopia).

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3. Dailies Total 1

Manufacturer Alcon

A set of daily lenses with a special (gradient) moisture distribution. The composition moisturizing the product is located on both sides of the lens, evenly distributed. This feature allows you to maintain the proper level of moisture products throughout the day. Sold in packs of 30, 90 or 180 pieces, allowing you to provide full vision correction for a long time due to one package. Due to the high degree of moisture allow continuous wear up to 16 hours.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0 to +5 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,5 to -9,5 (with myopia).

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4. 1day UpSide

Manufacturer Miru

Daily disposable contact lenses made in Japan with a special packaging that helps the most hygienic use of products. Due to the “smart blister” system, the lens is always located in the package with its outer side up. This allows the inside to always remain clean when put on. Compared to other lenses, it has a low modulus of elasticity, which creates convenience and comfort when worn, full hydration throughout the day.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,75 to +4 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,5 to -9,5 (with myopia).

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5. Biotrue ONEday

Manufacturer Bausch & Lomb

A set of daily lenses can contain 30 or 90 pieces. According to the manufacturer, the lenses can be worn up to 16 hours without any discomfort. They are an economical and comfortable option, do not require time for maintenance. They have a high moisture content and can be used by people with sensitive eyes.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,25 to +6 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,25 to -9,0 (with myopia).

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Extended release lenses

These lenses can be worn for 14 to 28 days or more. They are comfortable, convenient, but require additional care, storage containers and regular purchase of special lens fluids.

6. Air Optix Aqua

Manufacturer Alcon

Lenses are sold in sets of 3 or 6 pieces, as well as separately a series of lenses “day + night” and multifocal products. Produced on the basis of the patented material Lotrafilcon B, which has a high degree of moisture. This allows for comfortable use throughout the day. Lenses are versatile, they can fit almost any consumer.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,25 to +6 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,5 to -9,5 (with myopia).

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7. Biofinity

Manufacturer Coopervision

These lens options are used both in the daytime and with a flexible wearing schedule (that is, at any time of the day, for a certain time). It is possible to use for the correction of refractive errors up to 7 days in a row, since the lenses have sufficient moisture and allow oxygen to pass through.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,25 to +8 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,25 to -9,5 (with myopia).

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8. Season lenses

Manufacturer OKVision

This model of contact lenses with very high quality has a fairly budgetary cost. The lenses are comfortable, well moistened, which makes it possible to feel comfort throughout the entire period of wearing. This version of the lens is designed for use for three months, has a wide range of corrections of refractive errors.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,5 to +12,5 (with farsightedness);
• from -0 to -5 (with myopia).

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9. Lenses 55 UV

Manufacturer Maxima

This is a budget option for contact correction for eyes with high sensitivity. Among the advantages, one can single out the possibility of correcting various pathologies of vision, wearing comfort, good permeability, and protection from the influence of ultraviolet radiation. They are made in a design that is almost invisible to the eye, pass oxygen, and have a light color to make it easier to get them out of the solution for storage.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from +0,5 to +8,0 (with farsightedness);
• from -0,25 to -9,5 (with myopia).

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10. Menisoft lenses

Manufacturer Menicon

This is a relatively low cost option for monthly change contact lenses, which are designed in Japan. They have a high moisture content and sufficient oxygen permeability, which helps to create comfort when worn. Lenses are made using a turning technique, due to which the processing of the optical surface is as accurate as possible, which gives high visual acuity. An ideal fit is also formed due to the special bispherical design of the lenses.

Available in a wide range of optical power:

• from -0,25 to -10,0 (with myopia).

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How to choose contact lenses for your eyes

First of all, you need to buy contact lenses only with a doctor’s prescription. It is important to emphasize that prescription glasses for contact correction are not suitable. Lenses are selected according to other parameters, they more accurately correct refractive errors. When choosing lenses, several indicators will serve as guidelines.

Refractive index or optical power. It is indicated in diopters and determines the refractive power of the lens. The indicator can be plus or minus.

Radius of curvature. This is an individual indicator of the eye of each person, it depends on the size of the eyeball.

Product diameter. This distance from the edge to the edge of the lens, indicated in millimeters, is always indicated in the prescription by the doctor.

Replacement times. This is the maximum period of use of lenses, the excess of which can cause damage to the eyes. May be single day, for regular replacement after 7, 14, 28 or more days.

lens material. Hydrogen ones have a low rate of oxygen permeability, so they can only be suitable for wearing during the daytime. This disadvantage is compensated by a high liquid content, which eliminates irritation and itching when worn.

Silicone hydrogel lenses are moisture-containing and breathable, models can be worn for a long time.

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We discussed with an expert ophthalmologist Natalia Bosha rules for the selection and care of lenses.