Buying Non Prescription: Contact Lenses

Ensure the brand is FDA-approved (or KFDA/CE certified for international buyers).

Some cheap "fashion" lenses have been found to contain harmful chemicals like chlorine in their pigments. 3. How to Shop Safely buying non prescription contact lenses

Use only fresh disinfecting solution—never water or saliva—to clean your lenses, and never share them with others. Recommended Places to Start Ensure the brand is FDA-approved (or KFDA/CE certified

The safest way to ensure a perfect fit.

An exam checks for underlying conditions like dry eye that might make lens wear dangerous for you. 2. The Risks of "Bargain" Lenses How to Shop Safely Use only fresh disinfecting

Buying lenses from unregulated sources—like flea markets, convenience stores, or beauty salons—can lead to severe, sometimes irreversible, complications:

Poorly fitted lenses can cause corneal abrasions (painful scratches) or ulcers (open sores), which may lead to permanent scarring or blindness.