Long gone are the days when a set of contact lenses
were the domain of the visually impaired. These days,
non prescription lenses are available to all, even if
you are blessed with 20:20 vision. In fact, most of
the special effects lenses available on the internet
have 0.00 power, which means that they do no alter
your vision at all. These types of lenses in particular,
like cats eyes for example, are ideally suited for those
just wanting a set of lenses to wear to the party, parade
on the dance floor or just to frighten your unruly
neighbours!
A cat's eye contact lens can be quite striking,
especially if the color resembles your natural eye color.
Your friends will notice the change, but the effect will
be very subtle. Many movie or rock stars now use special
fx lenses away from their place of work, purely for the
cosmetic effect. And a very powerful effect it is too!
Imagine the scene at a night club, as you casually walk
towards someone you would like to impress, with your
eyelids down and head bowed, then raise your head, smile,
and open your eyes wide right in front of them. Wow!
Wouldn't that be a spectacular introduction?
Just make sure you don't ask for your drinks in a saucer ....
Taking Care of Your Eyes
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Despite the fact that lenses like the cat's eye effect
are particularly suitable for non prescription cases,
you should still take great care with them, and seek
professional advice to ensure that your eyes do not
suffer from improper use. If you have poor eyesight
already, you may be familiar with contact lenses and be
able to fit them with confidence. If however, your
vision is good, how will you know how to:-
* Insert your lenses into your eyes, and later how to remove them.
* Clean your lenses properly
* Store your lenses correctly
Each of these points is critical to the long life of
your lenses, but more importantly, to the continued
good health of your eyes. The correct fitting of your
lens is important for your own comfort, because a loose
fitting lens will float away from the eye. A good fitting
lens will also help avoid scratching of the cornea when
you try and remove them.
And don't share your lenses with your friends. A
guaranteed way to pass eye infections such as
conjunctivitis and worse between you.
Charlie Cory is an internet entrepeneur. FX Eyes is his latest enterprise, specialising in special effects contact lenses.
http://www.fx-eyes.com