Best Eye Lenses for Myopia 2022

Many people with nearsightedness are much more comfortable wearing contact lenses than glasses. But in order for the products to be safe, you need to select them with a doctor. Today, there are many manufacturers and models on the market, we have compiled our own rating according to the KP version.

Rating of the top 10 best lenses for eyes with myopia according to KP

It is important to select lenses for refractive errors only with a doctor, after a complete examination, which determines the severity of myopia, the exact values ​​​​of the optical power of the lenses for each eye in diopters. In addition, there are other important indicators that need to be taken into account. The lenses themselves can be transparent or colored, with a different wearing mode and the duration of the replacement period for the products.

1. Dailies Total 1 lenses

Manufacturer ALCON

This model of lenses is made using new approaches to the production of contact products. The lenses are made using water gradient technology, that is, their main characteristics are smoothly adjusted from the center to the edges. They combine all the key advantages of silicone and hydrogel lenses. Great for people with different degrees of myopia.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -12,0.

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2. OASYS with Hydraclear Plus lenses

Manufacturer Acuvue

For people who work a lot at a computer monitor, it is important to prevent dryness and discomfort when wearing lenses. Designed and implemented in these lenses, the Hydraclear Plus moistening system can help eliminate such problems. Modern materials are quite soft, have good gas permeability, and provide additional protection from ultraviolet radiation. If there are no contraindications, these lenses can be worn for up to seven days.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -12,0.

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3. Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde lenses

Manufacturer Alcon

In this line of contact optical correction means, the main problem of lenses intended for prolonged wear is quite successfully solved – this is the appearance of detritus deposits. The surface of each lens was treated with a laser to give the product maximum smoothness, so that most of the possible contamination was washed away with a tear. Due to silicone hydrogel, they perfectly pass oxygen, but the moisture content in the products is low.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,25 to -12,0.

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4. Season lenses

Manufacturer OK VISION

Inexpensive, but high-quality products that have a sufficient level of moisture, which allows you to wear them daily without discomfort and irritation for three months. In the central part, the lens is only 0,06 mm thick, which helps to improve the gas permeability of the product. They help with the correction of myopia in a wide range.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -15,0.

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5. Sea Clear lenses

Manufacturer Gelflex

These are traditional lenses of planned replacement, which, with full and proper care, can be worn for up to three months. They are made of a more durable and dense material than one-day products, they have an average moisture content and oxygen permeability. However, in terms of price and service life, they are more profitable than other options. Issued only for myopia.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -10,0.

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6. Proclear 1 Day

Manufacturer Coopervision

Products of this series can be suitable for those people who suffer from periodic eye irritation with a feeling of sand and burning, dry mucous membranes. They have a high moisture content, which helps in providing comfort during lens wear, especially during high visual stress.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -9,5.

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7. 1 Day Moist

Manufacturer Acuvue

Daily lens option. Products are produced in packages with a choice of quantities – from 30 to 180 pieces, due to which it is possible to ensure a sufficiently long time for using contact correction. The lenses are comfortable to wear throughout the day, fully correct myopia. They have a high level of moisture content to provide comfort while protecting the eyes from dryness. Suitable for allergy sufferers and those with sensitive eyes.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -12,0.

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8. 1day UpSide

Manufacturer Miru

This is a daily version of contact lenses made in Japan. They have a special packaging, due to which the most hygienic use of products is possible. In the smart blister system packaging, the lenses are always located upside down, which makes it possible for the inside of the product to always remain clean during donning. Compared to other options, lenses have a lower modulus of elasticity. This creates convenience and comfort in wearing, full hydration throughout the day.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,5 to -9,5.

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9. Biotrue ONEday

Manufacturer Bausch & Lomb

A set of daily lenses contains 30 or 90 pieces in packs. According to the manufacturer, the products can be left on for up to 16 hours without any discomfort. They can be attributed to an economical and comfortable option, since the products do not require time for maintenance. The lenses have a sufficiently high moisture content to be used by people with sensitive eyes.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,25 to -9,0.

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10. Biofinity

Manufacturer Coopervision

This lens option is used both in the daytime and with a flexible wearing schedule (that is, at any time of the day, but strictly 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.

The range of optical power in the correction of myopia varies from -0,25 to -9,5.

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Advantages and disadvantages

How to choose lenses for eyes with myopia

Any contact correction products are purchased only after consulting a doctor and by prescription. In addition, a prescription for the purchase of glasses is not suitable for choosing lenses. They are selected on the basis of completely different criteria, and more accurately correct refractive errors. When choosing lenses, you should focus on the following indicators:

• optical power (or refractive index) with myopia can vary widely, but all lenses for myopia have minus values;
• radius of curvature – an individual characteristic for the eye of each person, it will depend on the size of the eye;
• the diameter of the lens is determined from one of its edges to the other, it is indicated in millimeters, his doctor indicates in the prescription;
• The terms for replacing lenses are selected taking into account certain characteristics of the eye, its sensitivity – lenses can be one-day or scheduled replacement in one, two or four weeks, once a quarter or six months.

Lenses can be hydrogel or silicone hydrogel. They differ in the degree of moisture content and permeability to oxygen. Therefore, the duration of wearing and comfort during use may vary.

Popular questions and answers

We discussed some of the nuances of choosing lenses for myopia with ophthalmologist Natalia Bosha.