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A man choosing between ACUVUE VITA and Acuvue OASYS with HYDRACLEAR PLUS Contacts

ACUVUE VITA Contacts: Better Than OASYS with HYDRACLEAR PLUS?

Written By Roda Novenario

ACUVUE VITA contacts and ACUVUE OASYS with HYDRACLEAR PLUS Technology are two of Johnson & Johnson Vision’s most popular products.

They are toe to toe when it comes to recommendations from eye care professionals. Additionally, each ranks highly in user reviews from newcomers and seasoned contact lens wearers.

Both brands offer reliable vision correction with long-lasting comfort, moisture, and lens breathability. But are they equal on all counts? Let’s take a closer look at key features to see if either one has the edge.

Red, green, and yellow chalk sketches of eyes, surrounded by dried flowers

Eye Drops for Dry Eyes: Do They Really Work?

Written By Roda Novenario

Dry eyes are such a pain! If you’re like me, you wake up with stinging eyes. A trip to the bathroom to douse water over them doesn’t work. Sometimes, water makes the condition feel worse. Even after a good night’s sleep, your eyes feel tired. You are sensitive to light. And you may also feel some itchiness and a sandy feeling in your eyes.

These are just some symptoms of dry eyes and dry eye syndrome, a condition affecting up to 34% of the population and up to 70% of older people.

Despite these staggering statistics, many people choose to ignore their dry eyes. Or, they don’t book an appointment with their eye doctor to get a proper diagnosis and prescription. It is tempting to self-diagnose and just choose from the many over-the-counter eye drops for dry eyes. But do you know which ones to choose? And do they really work?

A woman holding a trial frame up to her eyes

How to Tell If You Need Prescription Eyeglasses

Written By Roda Novenario

Have you ever wondered how to tell if you need prescription glasses? There are obvious signs and not-so-obvious signs. If you’ve found yourself tilting your head to see a traffic signal or squinting just to see a menu in your hand, heads up! You might need prescription eyeglasses.

Don’t worry about how they might make you look or whether or not you’ll find frames that fit your aesthetic. Trust me; the right eyewear is worth it. But we haven’t even gotten to that point yet! I’m here to help you assess the situation.

Biofinity Contacts For Astigmatism: What You Need to Know

Written By Roda Novenario

If you have astigmatism and really want contacts, you’ll be happy to know you no longer have to settle for glasses because of your eye condition. There are now several lens options for you! Biofinity contacts for astigmatism are among the most popular.

Biofinity is a brand of CooperVision, Inc., a leading California-based soft contact lens manufacturer since 1980. They offer several toric contact lens options to correct vision for people with astigmatism comfortably.

Interested? Read on to learn a few things you should know when considering these lenses.

Runner stopping to put in his progressive contact lenses

Progressive Contact Lenses for an Active Lifestyle

Written By Amina Katana

If you’re struggling with vision problems and want to switch to lenses that suit your active lifestyle, you’ve come to the right place.

Progressive contact lenses are a newer technology, perfect for people who like to get things done. They’re made for the juggle-it-all moms, the sporty dads, and the cool, active 20-somethings.

I’m going to dive into why progressive contacts could help you thrive in your day-to-day life, whether you have a condition like presbyopia or are just tired of your bifocals.