![]() ![]() Both lines are by the same company, Alcon. When I realized some online stores using the same stock images I wondered what’s the difference between the two, especially after seeing they had the exact same line up now. What’s the difference between FreshLook Colorblends and AIR OPTIX COLORS? Luke Arnold as Long John Silver in Black Sails With Max and her gorgeous hazel eyes and John Silver’s aqua eyes, like my favorite shade of the sea! I love these! LOVE LOVE LOVE! You see, when I went down the colored contacts rabbit hole and discovered Solotica colored lenses and Desio color contact lenses was when Chris and I were watching Black Sails. I had the same pupil offset issue on my right eye. This is a good thing if I don’t want to look like an anime character (probably smart as a working professional). It takes looking closely to see the amethyst shade is there. It’s still very pretty, and because of the brown shades printed on the center, the eyes give off a hazel appearance. These contacts are very subtle on my dark eyes. The lens was soft and easy to blink into my eye. Maybe my cornea is off on my right eye, related to astigmatism I’ve had since my early twenties. My right pupil is slightly covered by the print on the lens, a problem I always have with color contacts. ![]() From a socially acceptable distance my eyes are brighter. I really like the way gray lightens the appearance of my eyes. Which explains why I can only tolerate them for short periods of time, and why I’ll probably never buy them again. Rupa Wong, an eye surgeon and lover of beauty, does a great job explaining this in her video Why I’ll Never Wear Solotica Colored Contacts. HOWEVER - these lenses do have poor permeability (ability for oxygen to pass to your eyes and keep your eyes healthy!) and Dr. I have since looked into this and Solotica received FDA approval in 2017 and Desio FDA approval for hioxifilicon D lenses (newer monthly 1-tone) in 2018 and Desio’s Polymacon in 2014. More importantly, my optometrist said the only FDA approved colored contacts are Air Optix and Freshlook, and he recommended Air Optix. However, as a Registered Nurse that works at a hospital, I have to be able to wear my contacts for over 12 hours and Solotica or Desio are good for 4-6 hours at best OUTSIDE of the dry hospital air. I used Freshlook Colorblends briefly 13 years ago, and most recently I tried out the rightfully popular and popping Solotica and Desio lenses. While I try to keep my makeup routine simple (or #nomakeup) I’m always changing my hair color - and the color of my eyes is no exception either! Particularly for someone with dark eyes, like me, color contacts can have a powerful impact on how someone looks.Įarly May was time for me to restock on contact lenses which meant an opportunity to reconsider Air Optix Colors. To help avoid these problems, follow the wear and replacement schedule and the lens care instructions provided by your eye doctor.I am no stranger to enhancing my appearance for fun and to feel good about how I look. Side effects like discomfort, mild burning or stinging may occur. Although rare, serious eye problems can develop while wearing contact lenses. Serious eye health problems may occur as a result of sharing contact lenses. Contact lenses, even if worn for cosmetic reasons, are prescription medical devices that must only be worn under the prescription, direction and supervision of an eye care professional. Important Information for AIR OPTIX ® COLORS (lotrafilcon B) contact lenses: For daily wear only for near/far-sightedness. Contact lenses, even if worn for cosmetic reasons, are medical devices that must only be worn under the prescription, direction and supervision of an eye care professional. Important information for DAILIES® COLORS (nelfilcon A) contact lenses: For daily wear, single use. Package Insert and Patient Instruction Booklet for DAILIES ® COLORS (nefilcon A) contact lenses Package Insert and Patient Instruction Booklet for AIR OPTIX ® COLORS (lotrafilcon B) contact lenses **Mystic Green is also available in Freshlook® One Day Color contact lenses portfolio.Īsk your eye care professional for complete wear, care, and safety information.
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