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Monthly Contacts: Step-by-Step Cleaning Checklist for Beginners

Monthly contacts are designed for up to 30 days of wear, but only if they’re cleaned and stored correctly.

If you’re a monthly contact lens beginner, cleaning them can feel like a lot of work at first. But once you get the hang of things, it becomes second nature.

This guide tells you how to clean your lenses step by step, lists the common mistakes to avoid, and explains what kind of solution you should be using.

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Contact Lens Case: How Often Do I Need To Replace It?

When was the last time you replaced your contact lens case? And when was the last time you really cleaned the case?

It’s easy to forget about your contact lens case. But you can’t have clean contact lenses without a clean case.

Cases can collect bacteria, protein buildup from your eyes, and debris from the environment. Replacing your case on a schedule is so easy to do. It will also greatly help to reduce the risk of eye infections and irritation.

Let’s dive in and discuss how to keep your case clean and how often you should replace it!

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Daily vs. Monthly Contacts: Which Schedule Is Best for Me?

Are you thinking about switching over to contacts? If so, you’re probably wondering if daily disposable or monthly contacts are the best choice.

Or, perhaps you already wear contacts but want to know whether a different schedule would work better for your lifestyle.

Both contact types are widely used and have their upsides and drawbacks. You also need to think about which option is best for you personally. Some people only care about convenience. Others want to look at the long-term cost analysis for daily vs. monthly contacts. 

We’re going to break down how each type of contact lens works and what you should base your decision on when choosing between daily and monthly contacts.

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Corrective Colored Contacts: How They Evolved 

A few decades ago, colored contacts were gimmicky and saved for Halloween and TV shows. They didn’t look great; the colors appeared too bold and fake.

Fast forward to today, and corrective colored contacts have come a long way. They’re more natural-looking than ever before, while providing increased comfort and breathability.

So how did they improve, and which brands are the best reviewed?

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Why Do My Eyes Get Red With Contacts?

Are your eyes looking bloodshot or feeling irritated after using contacts?

This can be worrying, especially if you’re new to contacts. It can also be troubling if you suddenly start experiencing redness from your regular contacts.

It can leave you wondering, why do my eyes get red with contacts?

Redness is one of the most common issues contact lens users run into. In many cases, it’s temporary and mild. In others, it’s something that needs to be addressed.

To do that, you need to know what’s causing the redness and what steps to take to stop it from happening again.

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