How to properly insert the lens into the eyes?

Contact lenses are much more convenient than glasses, because they do not fog up, do not press on the bridge of the nose and skin behind the ears. In addition, such a correction of sight is absolutely imperceptible to others, allows you to keep your individual style. People who first acquire this device must know in advance how to properly insert the lenses into the eyes. This will ensure their comfortable toe, and in time will significantly speed up the process of putting on.

Which side to insert the lens?

Even at the first glance at the considered devices it becomes clear which side they should be located on the cornea.

The outer part of the eyeball is convex, so that the lens is snug, it must be applied with a concave side.

What do I need to know before inserting contact lenses into my eyes for the first time?

Both beginners and experienced lens wearers should adhere to the following rules:

  1. Always carry out the procedure with clean hands.
  2. Store the lens in special containers.
  3. Regularly change the cleaning fluid.
  4. Get the lenses only with tweezers.
  5. Insert the device before applying make-up, remove - after removing it.

How to learn to insert contact lenses?

It is not difficult to acquire necessary skills. It is enough just a few times to practice in front of a mirror, and the process of putting on and removing accessories will be easy and fast.

Instructions on how to properly insert contact lenses :

  1. Wash both hands thoroughly with soap and water. Debate them with a towel.
  2. Remove the lens from the container and place it in the middle of the palm.
  3. Pour a little cleaning liquid on it.
  4. Position the lens at the tip of the index finger of the leading hand. It is necessary that it is as little as possible in contact with the skin and not stuck. The lens should lie with its convex side down.
  5. With the middle fingers of both hands pull the upper and lower eyelids, maximally opening the eye. You can do this with a single, free hand.
  6. Attach the lens to the middle of the eyeball. It is recommended that you look away. It is worth noting that if you tilt your head back slightly, the lens is better inserted - it slips easily from your finger due to the force of gravity.
  7. Remove the index finger from the lens, still holding the eyelids.
  8. Move the eyeball, look in different directions.
  9. Cut eyelids and move the eye a little more, so that the lens is located on the cornea.

Proper installation of lenses eliminates any discomfort, injury or discomfort.