Although contact lenses when inserted before applying makeup
can reduce the contamination risks, care should be taken whilst using cosmetics along with circle lenses. People having sensitive eyes are more prone to
develop eye infections due to contamination of makeup buildup over the surface
of contact lenses which later transfer itself to the cornea, causing corneal
abrasion.
Though cosmetics contain preservatives to stop the growth of
bacteria, they do contain irritants which can be harmful for the eyes. It has
been reported that some women with sensitive eyes develop frequent
conjunctivitis due to mishandling their cosmetics or because of a contaminated
applicator.
Also Read : Makeup & Circle Lenses
Circle lenses & makeup application go hand in hand.
Makeup cannot be avoided when wearing circle lenses as circle lenses without makeup,
may look too fake to look attractive. To keep your eyes protected always use
hypoallergenic cosmetics or those with little to no fragrances as some people’s
eyes show adverse effects against fragrances.
8 Safety Tips with Makeup & Circle Lenses
- Do not use cosmetics beyond their expiry date
- Do not use old mascara applicator with the new product. It might have been contaminated
- Apply eye liner away from the lash line
- Keep your eye pencils sharp and use soft pencils so that the wood does not scratch
- Avoid using lash-fiber mascaras when wearing circle lenses
- Never apply eye makeup or insert/takeoff your circle lenses when in a moving vehicle. You can accidentally poke your eyes.
- Avoid using eye shadows with metallic-sheen, glitters or mineral cosmetics. They can flake off, or get into eyes that contaminate circle lenses & may induce irritation- eye infections.
- Do not wear eye makeup during contact lens fitting exam.
Circle lenses are meant to boost up your self-confidence
whereas makeup application is to enhance your personality. Care should be taken
in order to stay prevented from mishaps; you only have one set of eyes.
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