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Hybrid Contact Lenses: A Solution for Difficult Prescriptions?

Written By Lauren Anderson

The majority of contact lenses sold today are either soft lenses or rigid gas permeable (RGP) lenses. But there is another type of contact lens.

Hybrid contact lenses combine the features of both types. They have a rigid gas-permeable inner section surrounded by a soft outer skirt.

They’re most often prescribed for people with keratoconus, severe astigmatism, and other corneal conditions that can be difficult to correct with standard contact lenses.

We’re going to discuss exactly what hybrid contact lenses are and how they can help with these conditions.

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EZContacts Reviews: What Customers Are Saying in 2026

Written By Lauren Anderson

Another year means another collection of amazing customer photos and EZContacts reviews!

Throughout 2026, EZContacts shoppers have been showing off their newest eyewear finds, sharing everything from incredible deals to perfect prescription lenses and speedy deliveries.

Here are some of our favorite customer stories from the year so far.

Silicone Hydrogel Contact Lenses vs Hydrogel: What’s the Difference?

Written By Lauren Anderson

“Hydrogel and “silicone hydrogel.” They may sound similar, but these materials actually represent two different generations of contact lens technology.

So how are they different? The short answer is that silicone hydrogel contact lenses let much more oxygen through to the eye than traditional hydrogel lenses.

That’s why most modern soft contact lenses are now made from silicone hydrogel materials.

But if silicone hydrogel is newer, does that automatically make it better? And how exactly are the two materials different? Let’s take a closer look.

The Long-Term Side Effects of Monovision Contact Lenses

Written By Lauren Anderson

Monovision contact lenses are an innovative solution for people with presbyopia. But some people worry about the side effects they can cause.

Monovision contacts are generally safe and non-invasive. However, some people do find visual trade-offs that persist beyond the expected time it takes to get used to them.

I’ve done the research so you don’t have to. This article summarizes numerous studies to give you the most accurate information on what the science says about the long-term side effects of monovision contact lenses.

Eye Dryness with Contacts: Causes and How to Fix It

Written By Lauren Anderson

If you wear contacts, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll deal with eye dryness at some stage in your journey with contact lenses. In fact, between 30% and 50% of contact lens wearers experience some level of dryness.

It’s not all doom and gloom, though. For most, eye dryness with contacts is very manageable once you understand why it’s happening.

We’re going to look at why contacts can cause dryness, which lenses are the biggest culprits for dryness, and what you can do to alleviate it.