Answers for people thinking about trying contact lenses
Can I buy ACUVUE® Brand contact lenses at www.acuvue.co.uk?
No. You can only buy ACUVUE® lenses through your optician, retail stores, and online retailers. Find your nearest optician to make an appointment to be fitted for ACUVUE® Contact Lenses.
Why do I need a specification for contact lenses? Why can't I just buy them over the counter?
Just like glasses, contact lenses are medical devices that require a specification. Everyone’s eyesight and eyes are unique and only an optician can properly measure your need for correction as well as determining which size and type of contact lens is best for you. Also, many of the changes that can occur to your vision and eye health over time can only be detected using highly specialized equipment and procedures. To keep your vision sharp and your eyes healthy, we recommend seeing your optician annually or as directed.
I don’t need glasses all the time. Why should I wear contact lenses?
Contact lenses are a perfect alternative for when you don’t want to wear your glasses. If you are ever concerned about losing, breaking or forgetting your glasses because you only sometimes wear them, then contact lenses can fit into your life very easily.
Are contact lenses expensive?
Contact lenses are not as expensive as you might think. Contact your optician to find out more about prices and schemes. If you wear contact lenses occasionally, use daily disposables, otherwise for everyday wear, reusables are the most economical way to wear lenses. Try a free pair of Acuvue Brand contact lenses.