[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":1062},["ShallowReactive",2],{"microcopies":3,"page-data-/contact-lenses/buyers-guide/new-to-contact-lenses":9},{"of":4,"jumpToSection":5,"home":6,"availableAt":7,"accessedUpdated":8},"of","Jump to section","Home","Available at","Accessed",{"queryData":10,"breadcrumbTrail":1061},{"contentPage":11},{"bottomSection":12,"entryTitle":13,"pageTitle":14,"seoMetaData":15,"topSection":19,"anchors":31,"mainSectionCollection":69},null,"AU - New to contact lenses ","Contact lenses beginner's guide",{"metaDescription":16,"indexed":17,"follow":17,"metaKeywords":12,"updatedForProjectAlphabet":18},"Are contact lenses right for you? Our beginner's guide covers everything from types and safety to insertion tips. book an eye test and speak to your optometrist about a free contact lens consultation and trial.",true,false,{"__typename":20,"sys":21,"button":12,"title":23,"subtitle":12,"imageAltText":24,"textTheme":25,"heroHeightVersion":26,"mobileTabletImage":27,"desktopImage":29},"HeroBannerFullImage",{"id":22},"Jqprxe9p7TDZAGsLItqjh","Beginner's guide to contact lenses","Two boxes of Specsavers easyvision Serima Sphere daily disposable contact lenses are stacked on a wooden surface beside a wicker basket.","Dark Text","Standard",{"url":28},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/OqiAqQiH0oPyrbaRkqxCW/6eee8741b686bf4da6b3fc697b039186/cl_free_trial-banner-992x280.webp",{"url":30},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/1Iu2NBKijGfBPEJYSTgeTH/b8ca1aa69caaa397b966d9e677c395c3/cl_free_trial-banner-2560x534.webp",{"anchorLinksCollection":32},{"items":33},[34,39,44,49,54,59,64],{"anchorLabel":35,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":36},"What are contact lenses",{"sys":37},{"id":38},"4458rUSe3BXY8m4Ha2lTpu",{"anchorLabel":40,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":41},"Are contact lenses safe",{"sys":42},{"id":43},"59Ky409rTiuWgj4bFTyFOo",{"anchorLabel":45,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":46},"Understanding contact lenses",{"sys":47},{"id":48},"4Qz4IuwGRSATNKlDf3n8t5",{"anchorLabel":50,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":51},"Contact lenses vs glasses",{"sys":52},{"id":53},"2CdYXXHeziRzUpdxhVWLmW",{"anchorLabel":55,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":56},"Applying and removing contact lenses",{"sys":57},{"id":58},"rTPIYPigX6c1WMLd0OQ83",{"anchorLabel":60,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":61},"Choosing the right contact lenses",{"sys":62},{"id":63},"2t4OiBhU5cEeoNbmNmyDo6",{"anchorLabel":65,"includeLinkInPageNav":17,"anchorTarget":66},"Contact lenses FAQs ",{"sys":67},{"id":68},"99x3y4547cLmbVmNw77JF",{"items":70},[71,113,174,220,386,403,434,646,671,777,812,824,922,1023],{"__typename":72,"sys":73,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":76},"ContentTypeRichText",{"id":74},"4S9OzEnsWqJNIjXpPjrcxr","Mono White",{"json":77,"links":106},{"nodeType":78,"data":79,"content":80},"document",{},[81,90,99],{"nodeType":82,"data":83,"content":84},"paragraph",{},[85],{"nodeType":86,"value":87,"marks":88,"data":89},"text","If you’re new to contact lenses, you’re in the right place. This practical guide explains what contact lenses are, how contact lenses work, the different types available, and how to wear and care for them with confidence. Whether you’d like lenses for everyday wear, sport or special occasions, we're here to help find the right fit for your eyes and lifestyle. If you'd like to explore our range, you can also browse and buy online. ",[],{},{"nodeType":91,"data":92,"content":98},"embedded-entry-block",{"target":93},{"sys":94},{"id":95,"type":96,"linkType":97},"6ThrS6WUtemPNJpM2Ddnoo","Link","Entry",[],{"nodeType":82,"data":100,"content":101},{},[102],{"nodeType":86,"value":103,"marks":104,"data":105},"",[],{},{"entries":107},{"block":108},[109],{"__typename":96,"sys":110,"linkText":111,"linkUrl":112,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18},{"id":95},"Shop contact lenses","/contact-lenses",{"__typename":72,"sys":114,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":115},{"id":38},{"json":116,"links":171},{"nodeType":78,"data":117,"content":118},{},[119,127,157,164],{"nodeType":120,"data":121,"content":122},"heading-2",{},[123],{"nodeType":86,"value":124,"marks":125,"data":126},"What are contact lenses? ",[],{},{"nodeType":82,"data":128,"content":129},{},[130,133,141,145,153],{"nodeType":86,"value":103,"marks":131,"data":132},[],{},{"nodeType":134,"data":135,"content":136},"hyperlink",{"uri":112},[137],{"nodeType":86,"value":138,"marks":139,"data":140},"Contact lenses",[],{},{"nodeType":86,"value":142,"marks":143,"data":144}," are medical devices that sit on the tear film over your cornea to correct vision. By shaping how light enters the eye, they focus images on your retina for clear sight. If you’ve wondered how do contact lenses work, think of them as tiny optical lenses that bend light to match your prescription like ",[],{},{"nodeType":134,"data":146,"content":148},{"uri":147},"glasses/all-glasses",[149],{"nodeType":86,"value":150,"marks":151,"data":152},"glasses",[],{},{"nodeType":86,"value":154,"marks":155,"data":156},", but placed gently on the surface of your eye.",[],{},{"nodeType":120,"data":158,"content":159},{},[160],{"nodeType":86,"value":161,"marks":162,"data":163},"Wondering if contacts are for you? ",[],{},{"nodeType":82,"data":165,"content":166},{},[167],{"nodeType":86,"value":168,"marks":169,"data":170},"Most people are surprised to learn they're suitable candidates. Contact lenses work for nearly all prescriptions ‑ even if you have astigmatism or need reading correction. Age isn't a barrier either; we fit everyone from kids to seniors. Many people with mild dry eyes or sensitivity wear contacts comfortably with the right lens type. The only way to know for certain is an eye test where we'll assess if contact lenses are right for you and will recommend the best product for your eyes, comfort and daily routine. ",[],{},{"entries":172},{"block":173},[],{"__typename":175,"sys":176,"switchSequenceAtMobile":18,"backgroundTheme":177,"leftColumnCollection":178,"rightColumnCollection":211},"TwoColumnLayout",{"id":43},"Blue",{"items":179},[180],{"__typename":72,"sys":181,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":183},{"id":182},"5yMr1VjW6UiYQDJYpf1gkp",{"json":184,"links":208},{"data":185,"content":186,"nodeType":78},{},[187,194,201],{"data":188,"content":189,"nodeType":120},{},[190],{"data":191,"marks":192,"value":193,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Are contact lenses safe?",{"data":195,"content":196,"nodeType":82},{},[197],{"data":198,"marks":199,"value":200,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Yes, when fitted properly and cared for as directed. Your optometrist will ensure a suitable fit, teach you how to apply and remove your lenses, and advise on wear times and care routines. Most beginners adjust quickly with practice. ",{"data":202,"content":203,"nodeType":82},{},[204],{"data":205,"marks":206,"value":207,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Are contact lenses uncomfortable to wear? You may feel mild awareness when you first start, but well‑fitted soft lenses should feel comfortable within minutes. If you happen to experience persistent discomfort or other symptoms, remove the lens and contact your optometrist. If you’re new to contact lenses and feel unsure, our team will coach you until you feel confident.",{"entries":209},{"block":210},[],{"items":212},[213],{"__typename":214,"sys":215,"captionText":12,"imageAltText":217,"imageLink":12,"image":218},"MediaImage",{"id":216},"2k6fJ7LD5sdfQtY1RjvHg8","Close-up of a woman's finger holding a contact lens. The woman's smiling face is partially visible in the background but is blurred.",{"url":219},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/K5urotyw2hDr9Ob5PC1OL/88af4a7027ba1956e637ae58f39b2bce/Contact_Lense.jpg",{"__typename":72,"sys":221,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":222},{"id":48},{"json":223,"links":379},{"nodeType":78,"data":224,"content":225},{},[226,232,239,247,367,373],{"nodeType":120,"data":227,"content":228},{},[229],{"nodeType":86,"value":45,"marks":230,"data":231},[],{},{"nodeType":82,"data":233,"content":234},{},[235],{"nodeType":86,"value":236,"marks":237,"data":238},"There are several designs and wearing schedules to suit different prescriptions, routines, and comfort requirements. If you’re new to contact lenses, your optometrist will assess your eyes and recommend options tailored to you, including new contact lenses that use advanced materials for extra comfort and clarity.  ",[],{},{"nodeType":240,"data":241,"content":242},"heading-3",{},[243],{"nodeType":86,"value":244,"marks":245,"data":246},"Types of contact lenses",[],{},{"nodeType":248,"data":249,"content":250},"unordered-list",{},[251,268,283,310,337,352],{"nodeType":252,"data":253,"content":254},"list-item",{},[255],{"nodeType":82,"data":256,"content":257},{},[258,264],{"nodeType":86,"value":259,"marks":260,"data":263},"Daily disposables",[261],{"type":262},"bold",{},{"nodeType":86,"value":265,"marks":266,"data":267},": Wear once and discard. Ideal for convenience and hygiene, no cleaning needed.",[],{},{"nodeType":252,"data":269,"content":270},{},[271],{"nodeType":82,"data":272,"content":273},{},[274,279],{"nodeType":86,"value":275,"marks":276,"data":278},"Fortnightly and monthly lenses",[277],{"type":262},{},{"nodeType":86,"value":280,"marks":281,"data":282},": Reusable lenses that you clean and store each night, then replace on schedule.",[],{},{"nodeType":252,"data":284,"content":285},{},[286],{"nodeType":82,"data":287,"content":288},{},[289,294,298,306],{"nodeType":86,"value":290,"marks":291,"data":293},"Toric lenses",[292],{"type":262},{},{"nodeType":86,"value":295,"marks":296,"data":297},": Designed for ",[],{},{"nodeType":134,"data":299,"content":301},{"uri":300},"/eye-health/eye-conditions/astigmatism",[302],{"nodeType":86,"value":303,"marks":304,"data":305},"astigmatism",[],{},{"nodeType":86,"value":307,"marks":308,"data":309}," to provide clear, stable vision throughout the day.",[],{},{"nodeType":252,"data":311,"content":312},{},[313],{"nodeType":82,"data":314,"content":315},{},[316,321,325,333],{"nodeType":86,"value":317,"marks":318,"data":320},"Multifocal lenses",[319],{"type":262},{},{"nodeType":86,"value":322,"marks":323,"data":324},": Help with ",[],{},{"nodeType":134,"data":326,"content":328},{"uri":327},"/eye-health/eye-conditions/presbyopia",[329],{"nodeType":86,"value":330,"marks":331,"data":332},"presbyopia",[],{},{"nodeType":86,"value":334,"marks":335,"data":336},", providing clear vision at multiple distances.",[],{},{"nodeType":252,"data":338,"content":339},{},[340],{"nodeType":82,"data":341,"content":342},{},[343,348],{"nodeType":86,"value":344,"marks":345,"data":347},"Coloured contact lenses",[346],{"type":262},{},{"nodeType":86,"value":349,"marks":350,"data":351},": Enhance or change eye colour.",[],{},{"nodeType":252,"data":353,"content":354},{},[355],{"nodeType":82,"data":356,"content":357},{},[358,363],{"nodeType":86,"value":359,"marks":360,"data":362},"Rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses",[361],{"type":262},{},{"nodeType":86,"value":364,"marks":365,"data":366},": Durable, breathable lenses that deliver crisp vision for certain prescriptions or corneal shapes. This product is only available in-store.",[],{},{"nodeType":91,"data":368,"content":372},{"target":369},{"sys":370},{"id":371,"type":96,"linkType":97},"75eOhSzCJwe5aWf8YgHF05",[],{"nodeType":82,"data":374,"content":375},{},[376],{"nodeType":86,"value":103,"marks":377,"data":378},[],{},{"entries":380},{"block":381},[382],{"__typename":96,"sys":383,"linkText":384,"linkUrl":385,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18},{"id":371},"Find out more about types","/contact-lenses/buyers-guide/types-of-contact-lenses",{"__typename":387,"sys":388,"title":390,"body":391,"imageAltText":392,"theme":393,"buttonsCollection":394,"imageMobileTablet":399,"imageDesktop":401},"SplitBanner",{"id":389},"3xO8lj3t7ptryhOkS0RnLr","Curious about contacts? Speak to your optometrist today ","Unless you have googly eyes, you could wear contact lenses; a free contact lens consultation and trial awaits.  ","Woman wearing contacts","Mono Snow",{"items":395},[396],{"linkText":397,"linkUrl":398,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18},"Find out more","/special-offers/try-contact-lenses-free",{"url":400},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/4lkiX0z3Q1lPd9XaTTHlmc/2afb1ba1841dc05f86ede3ceb4af99cf/YOUCOULDWEARCL-26-AU_WEB_Contentful-Banner_XXX3.jpg",{"url":402},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/3g2Va8WuQAaRgyvOt8AaCX/aa6abc6e5c3696e776f42b606923d3be/YOUCOULDWEARCL-26-AU_WEB_Contentful-Banner_1536x864.jpg",{"__typename":72,"sys":404,"theme":405,"genericTextComponent":406},{"id":53},"Cool Blue",{"json":407,"links":431},{"data":408,"content":409,"nodeType":78},{},[410,417,424],{"data":411,"content":412,"nodeType":120},{},[413],{"data":414,"marks":415,"value":416,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Contact lenses vs glasses ",{"data":418,"content":419,"nodeType":82},{},[420],{"data":421,"marks":422,"value":423,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Contact lenses and glasses each offer unique advantages and together give you complete control over how you see and live. Enjoy clear, comfortable vision with contact lenses for days when you’re active, or special occasions when you want a glasses free look. Having your glasses at the ready for relaxed wear, screen time or a style change giving you flexibility to switch whenever you need. ",{"data":425,"content":426,"nodeType":82},{},[427],{"data":428,"marks":429,"value":430,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Here’s a quick guide to help you weight the pros and cons of contact lenses:",{"entries":432},{"block":433},[],{"__typename":435,"sys":436,"title":12,"subtitle":12,"tabsCollection":438},"TabContainer",{"id":437},"6RQjuYcd184vVBOhPtzrqQ",{"items":439},[440,544],{"sys":441,"__typename":443,"tabTitle":138,"tabContent":444},{"id":442},"BMw4fg6OK6uHIskRmMLQp","TabContent",{"sys":445,"__typename":72,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":447},{"id":446},"3N0TZE4es41tnGTIeKTRO0",{"json":448,"links":463},{"data":449,"content":450,"nodeType":78},{},[451,457],{"data":452,"content":456,"nodeType":91},{"target":453},{"sys":454},{"id":455,"type":96,"linkType":97},"2bPJpMqUfhdQsCr2D8ZP4C",[],{"data":458,"content":459,"nodeType":82},{},[460],{"data":461,"marks":462,"value":103,"nodeType":86},{},[],{"entries":464},{"block":465},[466],{"__typename":467,"sys":468,"listType":469,"listItems":470},"CustomList",{"id":455},"Check",{"items":471},[472,484,496,508,520,532],{"id":473,"body":474,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"X8aeFS77m_FnCzpp1_bO0",{"data":475,"content":476,"nodeType":78},{},[477],{"data":478,"content":479,"nodeType":82},{},[480],{"data":481,"marks":482,"value":483,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Natural, full peripheral vision",{"id":485,"body":486,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"L8EpU3RPZncEsTNIxrSzM",{"data":487,"content":488,"nodeType":78},{},[489],{"data":490,"content":491,"nodeType":82},{},[492],{"data":493,"marks":494,"value":495,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Stay in place; won't fog or slip",{"id":497,"body":498,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"8LbjWjrO8n0_PtvOnHECW",{"data":499,"content":500,"nodeType":78},{},[501],{"data":502,"content":503,"nodeType":82},{},[504],{"data":505,"marks":506,"value":507,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Lightweight on-eye feel; brief learning curve",{"id":509,"body":510,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"ZnZPB1QJ8fj1F1fLsS4Pg",{"data":511,"content":512,"nodeType":78},{},[513],{"data":514,"content":515,"nodeType":82},{},[516],{"data":517,"marks":518,"value":519,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Daily cleaning for reusables; disposables are low effort",{"id":521,"body":522,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"3rroBq5m-N1LK_5qFBcJf",{"data":523,"content":524,"nodeType":78},{},[525],{"data":526,"content":527,"nodeType":82},{},[528],{"data":529,"marks":530,"value":531,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Works with any sunglasses; coloured options available",{"id":533,"body":534,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"m3dHJKsp9Mp1ody_tNFsF",{"data":535,"content":536,"nodeType":78},{},[537],{"data":538,"content":539,"nodeType":82},{},[540],{"data":541,"marks":542,"value":543,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Varies by type and wear frequency",{"sys":545,"__typename":443,"tabTitle":547,"tabContent":548},{"id":546},"3zfevxKfOevliY7SocfJt","Glasses",{"sys":549,"__typename":72,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":551},{"id":550},"A7mnAOTiCi4YiH4wOgxFY",{"json":552,"links":567},{"data":553,"content":554,"nodeType":78},{},[555,561],{"data":556,"content":560,"nodeType":91},{"target":557},{"sys":558},{"id":559,"type":96,"linkType":97},"6LHuoMRPUnHxBbR9Oo0kIV",[],{"data":562,"content":563,"nodeType":82},{},[564],{"data":565,"marks":566,"value":103,"nodeType":86},{},[],{"entries":568},{"block":569},[570],{"__typename":467,"sys":571,"listType":469,"listItems":572},{"id":559},{"items":573},[574,586,598,610,622,634],{"id":575,"body":576,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"rBIlFxxPlOZ6VWKgnLvm1",{"data":577,"content":578,"nodeType":78},{},[579],{"data":580,"content":581,"nodeType":82},{},[582],{"data":583,"marks":584,"value":585,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Frame boundaries and potential edge distortion",{"id":587,"body":588,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"RNCmlsDVTkMXBaa51yKEK",{"data":589,"content":590,"nodeType":78},{},[591],{"data":592,"content":593,"nodeType":82},{},[594],{"data":595,"marks":596,"value":597,"nodeType":86},{},[],"May fog, slide or feel bulky under helmets",{"id":599,"body":600,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"dqKcAeoNoye8pTKbmzU0w",{"data":601,"content":602,"nodeType":78},{},[603],{"data":604,"content":605,"nodeType":82},{},[606],{"data":607,"marks":608,"value":609,"nodeType":86},{},[],"No eye handling; may feel weight on nose and ears",{"id":611,"body":612,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"GGfZ5hcJrcWWOl0pOOX72",{"data":613,"content":614,"nodeType":78},{},[615],{"data":616,"content":617,"nodeType":82},{},[618],{"data":619,"marks":620,"value":621,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Clean lenses as needed; occasional frame care",{"id":623,"body":624,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"BAwgdI6huPhAd6bhp5Gss",{"data":625,"content":626,"nodeType":78},{},[627],{"data":628,"content":629,"nodeType":82},{},[630],{"data":631,"marks":632,"value":633,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Fashion frames; lens coatings and tints",{"id":635,"body":636,"isValid":17,"linkUrl":103,"linkText":103},"ccrmmF4Cd46msFmh3EQvu",{"data":637,"content":638,"nodeType":78},{},[639],{"data":640,"content":641,"nodeType":82},{},[642],{"data":643,"marks":644,"value":645,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Upfront frame and lens cost",{"__typename":72,"sys":647,"theme":405,"genericTextComponent":649},{"id":648},"3SP4t8H6ysiVI7RlxKrau2",{"json":650,"links":668},{"data":651,"content":652,"nodeType":78},{},[653,661],{"data":654,"content":655,"nodeType":660},{},[656],{"data":657,"marks":658,"value":659,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Are contact lenses cheaper than glasses?","heading-4",{"data":662,"content":663,"nodeType":82},{},[664],{"data":665,"marks":666,"value":667,"nodeType":86},{},[],"It depends on how often you wear them and the type you choose. Daily disposables are convenient but may cost more per wear for full-time users, while monthly lenses can be more cost-effective with proper care. Many people use both: contacts for active days and glasses as a backup. Considering contact lenses vs glasses helps you find the balance that suits you best.",{"entries":669},{"block":670},[],{"__typename":672,"sys":673,"guideVideo":12,"title":674,"subtitle":675,"guideType":676,"theme":677,"guideItemsCollection":678},"GuideContainer",{"id":58},"Applying and removing contact lenses  ","View our guide on inserting and removing contact lenses here.","Illustrated","White",{"items":679},[680,695,710,732,747,762],{"itemBody":681,"itemSubtitle":692,"imageAltText":12,"image":693},{"json":682},{"data":683,"content":684,"nodeType":78},{},[685],{"data":686,"content":687,"nodeType":82},{},[688],{"data":689,"marks":690,"value":691,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Thoroughly wash and dry your hands.","Get started",{"url":694},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/ODfflB0ej7fYprtM2lIlH/1236dba264a157ad8f549e520731af6d/Contact_Lenses_-_Get_Started.webp",{"itemBody":696,"itemSubtitle":707,"imageAltText":12,"image":708},{"json":697},{"data":698,"content":699,"nodeType":78},{},[700],{"data":701,"content":702,"nodeType":82},{},[703],{"data":704,"marks":705,"value":706,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Make sure that the lens is oriented correctly ‑ it should form a bowl shape. If it appears to have a 'lip' it means it's inside out.","Check your lenses",{"url":709},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/7w8ZX9OCdswnNDVMquvVcS/5197c674bd2af4cfb2085966d94eb141/Contact_Lenses_-Check_Your_Lenses.webp",{"itemBody":711,"itemSubtitle":729,"imageAltText":12,"image":730},{"json":712},{"data":713,"content":714,"nodeType":78},{},[715,722],{"data":716,"content":717,"nodeType":82},{},[718],{"data":719,"marks":720,"value":721,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Place the lens on the tip of your index finger.",{"data":723,"content":724,"nodeType":82},{},[725],{"data":726,"marks":727,"value":728,"nodeType":86},{},[],"With your other hand, pull the top eyelid up holding as close to the lash line and as centrally as possible.","Place on finger",{"url":731},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/46hsMvMO4p6AmD25Gk2lAs/52d68d194845b2c1b0e073046b5c5e2c/Contact_Lenses_-_Place_On_Finger.webp",{"itemBody":733,"itemSubtitle":744,"imageAltText":12,"image":745},{"json":734},{"data":735,"content":736,"nodeType":78},{},[737],{"data":738,"content":739,"nodeType":82},{},[740],{"data":741,"marks":742,"value":743,"nodeType":86},{},[],"With your middle finger of the hand which you're ready to put your lens in with, pull your bottom eyelid down.","Pull the bottom of the eyelid down",{"url":746},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/11te0Zz7u1nWuGuhmbyDcI/256a2d6957c81e8011d5405b0db43ce1/Contact_Lenses_-_Pull_Down_Eyelid.webp",{"itemBody":748,"itemSubtitle":759,"imageAltText":12,"image":760},{"json":749},{"nodeType":78,"data":750,"content":751},{},[752],{"nodeType":82,"data":753,"content":754},{},[755],{"nodeType":86,"value":756,"marks":757,"data":758},"Slowly bring the lens toward the centre of your eye. ",[],{},"Insert contact lenses",{"url":761},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/2NryIikfvrpev5E2OpX99P/766e06511b7653f614afd3511e796ec4/Contact_Lenses_-_Insert_Contact_Lens.webp",{"itemBody":763,"itemSubtitle":774,"imageAltText":12,"image":775},{"json":764},{"nodeType":78,"data":765,"content":766},{},[767],{"nodeType":82,"data":768,"content":769},{},[770],{"nodeType":86,"value":771,"marks":772,"data":773},"Once you feel the lens is in close your eyes and move them from side to side to get rid of any air bubbles. ",[],{},"Let the lens settle",{"url":776},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/2KS4PwAPr9MJJPAdL6BzTi/1ddae8e530c48f9876597a8734807716/Contact_Lenses_-_Let_The_Lens_Settle.webp",{"__typename":72,"sys":778,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":780},{"id":779},"2m8UJRPWhwFoTfK0Vyhz8r",{"json":781,"links":809},{"nodeType":78,"data":782,"content":783},{},[784,803],{"nodeType":82,"data":785,"content":786},{},[787,791,799],{"nodeType":86,"value":788,"marks":789,"data":790},"We've also got more information and ",[],{},{"nodeType":134,"data":792,"content":794},{"uri":793},"/contact-lenses/buyers-guide/tips",[795],{"nodeType":86,"value":796,"marks":797,"data":798},"video guides here",[],{},{"nodeType":86,"value":800,"marks":801,"data":802},". ",[],{},{"nodeType":82,"data":804,"content":805},{},[806],{"nodeType":86,"value":103,"marks":807,"data":808},[],{},{"entries":810},{"block":811},[],{"__typename":813,"sys":814,"title":816,"body":817,"theme":818,"buttonCollection":819},"FullWidthBannerSimple",{"id":815},"36XE723HahcQr4AvLYCkoY","Book your contact lens appointment","Visit your local store to speak to a contact lens expert. If you'd like a free contact lens consultation and trial, or contact lens aftercare, book today.","Ellipse",{"items":820},[821],{"linkText":822,"linkUrl":823,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18},"Book an appointment","/book/location",{"__typename":72,"sys":825,"theme":75,"genericTextComponent":826},{"id":63},{"json":827,"links":919},{"data":828,"content":829,"nodeType":78},{},[830,837,894,901],{"data":831,"content":832,"nodeType":120},{},[833],{"data":834,"marks":835,"value":836,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Choosing the right lenses for your lifestyle",{"data":838,"content":839,"nodeType":248},{},[840,850,860],{"data":841,"content":842,"nodeType":252},{},[843],{"data":844,"content":845,"nodeType":82},{},[846],{"data":847,"marks":848,"value":849,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Occasional wear or minimal upkeep? Daily disposables are convenient and fuss-free.",{"data":851,"content":852,"nodeType":252},{},[853],{"data":854,"content":855,"nodeType":82},{},[856],{"data":857,"marks":858,"value":859,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Most days, wearing contact lenses? Fortnightly or monthly lenses can be economical, but you will need to follow a daily cleaning routine ",{"data":861,"content":862,"nodeType":252},{},[863],{"data":864,"content":865,"nodeType":82},{},[866,870,878,882,890],{"data":867,"marks":868,"value":869,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Astigmatism or presbyopia? ",{"data":871,"content":873,"nodeType":134},{"uri":872},"/contact-lenses/toric-lenses",[874],{"data":875,"marks":876,"value":877,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Toric",{"data":879,"marks":880,"value":881,"nodeType":86},{},[]," or ",{"data":883,"content":885,"nodeType":134},{"uri":884},"/contact-lenses/multifocal-lenses",[886],{"data":887,"marks":888,"value":889,"nodeType":86},{},[],"multifocal lenses",{"data":891,"marks":892,"value":893,"nodeType":86},{},[]," may be recommended for clear, stable vision.",{"data":895,"content":896,"nodeType":82},{},[897],{"data":898,"marks":899,"value":900,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Your Specsavers optometrist will assess your eyes, discuss your preferences and provide a personalised fitting plan. If you’re wondering what brand of contact lenses are the best, we’ll recommend trusted brands based on your prescription, eye health and comfort needs, including new contact lenses with excellent moisture retention and high oxygen flow.",{"data":902,"content":903,"nodeType":82},{},[904,907,915],{"data":905,"marks":906,"value":103,"nodeType":86},{},[],{"data":908,"content":910,"nodeType":134},{"uri":909},"/contact-lenses/buyers-guide/contact-lenses-for-your-lifestyle",[911],{"data":912,"marks":913,"value":914,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Find out more about lenses for your lifestyle",{"data":916,"marks":917,"value":918,"nodeType":86},{},[],".",{"entries":920},{"block":921},[],{"__typename":923,"sys":924,"title":925,"theme":677,"expandFirstRow":18,"accordionEntriesCollection":926},"Accordion",{"id":68},"Your contact lenses questions, answered",{"items":927},[928,944,971,986,1001],{"__typename":929,"sys":930,"panel":932,"link":12,"faqCategory":12,"header":943},"Faq",{"id":931},"4luRGm8q07d1MIGQ5EQfNZ",{"json":933},{"nodeType":78,"data":934,"content":935},{},[936],{"nodeType":82,"data":937,"content":938},{},[939],{"nodeType":86,"value":940,"marks":941,"data":942},"A current pair of glasses is useful as a backup and for days when lenses aren’t suitable. Thinking about contact lenses vs glasses? Many people use both for flexibility.",[],{},"Do I still need glasses?",{"__typename":929,"sys":945,"panel":947,"link":12,"faqCategory":12,"header":970},{"id":946},"3pVYvMBtDyyb7N36lZMG1",{"json":948},{"data":949,"content":950,"nodeType":78},{},[951],{"data":952,"content":953,"nodeType":82},{},[954,958,966],{"data":955,"marks":956,"value":957,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Is it safe to wear ",{"data":959,"content":961,"nodeType":134},{"uri":960},"/contact-lenses/coloured-contact-lenses",[962],{"data":963,"marks":964,"value":965,"nodeType":86},{},[],"colored contacts",{"data":967,"marks":968,"value":969,"nodeType":86},{},[],"? Yes, when they’re fitted and supplied by an optometrist with proper guidance. Avoid novelty lenses of unknown origin.","What about coloured contact lenses?",{"__typename":929,"sys":972,"panel":974,"link":12,"faqCategory":12,"header":985},{"id":973},"1HVF0ihrdKqHzegHx3sZg1",{"json":975},{"data":976,"content":977,"nodeType":78},{},[978],{"data":979,"content":980,"nodeType":82},{},[981],{"data":982,"marks":983,"value":984,"nodeType":86},{},[],"There isn’t a single “best” brand for everyone. Your optometrist will recommend reputable brands that match your eyes, prescription and comfort preferences. We carry a range of contact lenses from global contact lens manufactures featuring the latest technology in contact lenses for moisture, oxygen and consistent vision. ","What brand of contact lenses are the best?",{"__typename":929,"sys":987,"panel":989,"link":12,"faqCategory":12,"header":1000},{"id":988},"9eQlsMyQ1LRfhHIDR3ty9",{"json":990},{"data":991,"content":992,"nodeType":78},{},[993],{"data":994,"content":995,"nodeType":82},{},[996],{"data":997,"marks":998,"value":999,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Standard contact lenses are temporary and removable. Surgical options like ICLs (Implantable Collamer Lenses) or laser-based vision correction are medical procedures. Your Specsavers optometrist can provide more information and talk about your potential suitability for longer‑term correction.  ","Is it possible to get permanent contact lenses?",{"__typename":929,"sys":1002,"panel":1004,"link":12,"faqCategory":12,"header":1022},{"id":1003},"Ikcnu4UKCZ3bsKtbi6D1U",{"json":1005},{"data":1006,"content":1007,"nodeType":78},{},[1008,1015],{"data":1009,"content":1010,"nodeType":82},{},[1011],{"data":1012,"marks":1013,"value":1014,"nodeType":86},{},[],"Many new contact lenses use advanced silicone hydrogel materials for high oxygen transmission, moisture‑locking surfaces for comfort, UV blocking in some designs, and stabilisation features for toric lenses. Ask your optometrist about the latest technology in contact lenses and which innovations are best suited to your eyes. ",{"data":1016,"content":1017,"nodeType":82},{},[1018],{"data":1019,"marks":1020,"value":1021,"nodeType":86},{},[],"\n","What is the latest technology in contact lenses?",{"__typename":1024,"sys":1025,"title":1027,"body":12,"backgroundTheme":677,"actionCardEntriesCollection":1028},"Carousel",{"id":1026},"1mNQV7xM1HRKy8HMr9OgWJ","Find out more about contact lenses",{"items":1029},[1030,1037,1043,1049,1056],{"title":1031,"body":1032,"imageAltText":12,"linkText":1033,"linkUrl":1034,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18,"image":1035},"Contact Lenses Buyer’s guide","Find out all you need to know about contact lenses, including what to expect and tips for wearing them.","Learn more","/contact-lenses/buyers-guide",{"url":1036},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/5OJhB5eejripmpWyFvqX7X/90d4c504fffb394186897bd077739816/ANZ_NEWWEARER_SecondaryModule_contactlens_504x504.png",{"title":244,"body":1038,"imageAltText":1039,"linkText":1040,"linkUrl":385,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18,"image":1041},"We offer lots of different types and brands of contact lenses, and picking one will depend on your lifestyle and prescription.","A person with long hair and a tattoo sits on a sofa, looking at a laptop in a bright, modern living room.","Learn more about types ",{"url":1042},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/6SLZxmABMnwuoabpalHMe5/f6fe5b231028285621ab81d639077dee/contact_lens_types_banner-545x273.webp",{"title":1044,"body":1045,"imageAltText":1046,"linkText":397,"linkUrl":909,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18,"image":1047},"Lenses for your lifestyle","While there’s no same option for everyone, here are some of the ways that contact lenses can help to make life that little bit easier.","A man holding a young child and a brown paper bag stands outside a house near an open door.",{"url":1048},"https://images.ctfassets.net/uuaxywrybmpn/3c1xWS3hn1n5WF8DPmexwG/c32dda0eb149db207fe178c8bd96f389/contact_lens_lifestyle_banner-545x273.webp",{"title":1050,"body":1051,"imageAltText":1052,"linkText":1053,"linkUrl":1054,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18,"image":1055},"Claim contact lenses online","Now you can use your private health insurance optical extras to pay instantly when buying contact lenses online.","Woman with long dark hair applies makeup under her eyes using a small applicator while looking in a mirror.","About claiming contacts","/contact-lenses/buyers-guide/online-health-fund-claiming",{"url":28},{"title":1057,"body":1058,"imageAltText":1059,"linkText":397,"linkUrl":793,"openLinkInANewBrowserTab":18,"image":1060},"Contact lens wearers tips","We want to make sure your eyes stay happy and healthy. If you’ve got a question about your lenses, have a look through our tips and advice.","A person holding a contact lens on their fingertip.",{"url":219},[12,12,12],1780578329507]