Vision problems occur in the modern world in almost every fifth person. Someone prefers to wear glasses, someone prefers contact lenses. The advantage of the latter is the convenience of wearing: you do not need to take them off and put them on as often as glasses. But you should choose contact lenses more carefully, because they are in direct contact with the eye. Some people experience various discomforts from lenses, sometimes even an allergic reaction appears on them.
We invite you to consider the description and features of Acuvue contact lenses from the medical manufacturer Johnson & Johnson.
Description
Acuvue contact lenses have long been known in the United States of America. The first pair was released twenty-eight years ago. Since then, they have been in great demand all over the world and have accumulated a lot of positive feedback.
Acuvue disposable contact lenses are designed to improve your vision without changing your eye color (unless they are colored). They help with myopia and hyperopia.
The outer limbal ring of the lenses is slightly darker, which enhances the contrast between the iris andsclera, while the inner translucent pattern adds depth and brightness to the iris. That is, the color of your eyes becomes more saturated and bright.
Features of Acuvue contact lenses
- Acuvue lenses are made from class A etafilcon and have a fairly high oxygen transmittance of 33%.
- Comfort. The damp pad makes the lenses comfortable for daily wear. The lens surface is ultra-smooth. This means that the eyelids do not feel it at all and slide over it very easily. The percentage of moisture content is from thirty-eight to fifty-eight (depending on the type of lens).
- First class UV protection. UV technology helps protect your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun. This is very good, because the organs of vision are ten times more sensitive to damage from ultraviolet radiation than the skin.
- He alth. Daily disposable contact lenses have a positive effect on the condition of the eyes. Unlike monthly and quarterly, they do not need to be cleaned every day and they do not accumulate different substances (after all, no matter what solution you use, microelements and bacteria will collect on the lens). You just use a fresh, clean pair of these lenses every day.
Types of Acuvue contact lenses
Today, the Johnson & Johnson brand offers the following types of contact lenses:
1. One-day Acuvue lenses (changed daily, wearing period - no more than twenty-four hours):
- one-day TruEye (features an even smoother surface);
- one-day MOIST (suitable for people who are characterized by dry eyes caused by individual physiological characteristics, the specifics of work, and so on).
2. Acuvue Extended Wear Lenses:
- "Oasis" (OASYS) - can be worn for two weeks, and continuously;
- "Advance" (ADVANCE) - have a stronger UV filter, these lenses are suitable for travel and holidays.
3. Acuvue lenses for patients with astigmatism - MOIST for ASTIGMATISM (there are two types - one-day and long-term wear).
4. Acuvue tinted lenses: natural shine, natural shine.
5. Lenses are colored Acuvue 2, which completely change the color of the cornea (the lens is opaque). Can be worn continuously for a week or two weeks if the lenses are removed at night:
- Opagues (available in a palette of seven colors: blue, green, gray, honey, walnut, chestnut, sapphire);
- Colours Enhancers (the lens palette of this line consists of three colors: green, blue, turquoise).
Who is Acuvue suitable for?
Acuvue daily lenses are indicated for all people who have poor eyesight. They will be especially relevant in cases where:
- there is an unpleasant sensation of dry eyes when wearing contact lenses of other brands and types: one-day, monthly, quarterly;
- workassociated with spending a lot of time at the computer;
- work and leisure most often occur indoors with dry air;
- prefers an active lifestyle and does a lot of sports;
- the user lives in a region with a hot climate.
Acuvue lenses. Reviews
For a long history of Acuvue lenses, a large number of reviews have accumulated. Having studied them, we can say with confidence that the circle of users is quite wide. Here are some examples:
- teenagers (teenagers);
- students;
- people with irregular work schedules;
- people who spend most of their time in front of the computer.
Many people who use this optic have noted the following points:
- lenses are not felt throughout the day, and some even forgot about their existence;
- easy enough to use;
- indispensable on vacation, especially in hot countries;
- you can not shoot at night, you just need to replace it with fresh ones in the morning;
- eyes do not turn red after wearing for a long time and working at the computer for a long time.
A large number of reviews say that people have been using contact lenses of other brands for a long time and something does not suit them. For example, the fact that the lenses were constantly felt in the eye, they dried out, caused irritation, and so on. After trying Acuvue lenses on the advice of a doctor, people were satisfied with them.
Of all the reviews left, the following advantages can be distinguished anddisadvantages of Acuvue contact lenses.
Pros
- There is no feeling of sand in the eyes.
- The product is completely invisible to the eye.
- Lenses are elastic and soft.
- They are breathable.
- High UV protection rating, eliminating the need for other UV protection (such as sunglasses).
- No need for solution and lens case. Of the necessary tools, only tweezers are needed.
- Bacteria and contamination levels are kept to a minimum when using lenses.
- Suitable for people with hypersensitive eyes.
- High level of color quality in colored contact lenses.
- Perfect for hot summers.
- The lens continues to be functional for some time beyond the usage limit, i.e. more than twenty-four hours or two weeks.
- One pack of contact lenses lasts almost two weeks (fifteen days).
Flaws
- For new contact wearers, it will be a little difficult to put them on and take them off in the early days as the Acuvue is quite thin.
- When compared to long-wear lenses (monthly or quarterly), they are quite expensive.
- Slight discomfort may occur if worn continuously for a long time.
- Due to individual characteristics, the colored area of the contact lens may notcompletely cover the iris.
Wearing or not wearing Acuvue contact lenses is up to you. But we recommend that you consult with your ophthalmologist before choosing a particular brand.
