Contact Lens Cleaning Solution and Mascara
December 30th, 2007 by admin
Stay away from mascara labeled ‘lash building’, ‘hypoallergenic’, ‘for contact lens wearers’, ‘for sensitive eyes’, or ‘guaranteed waterproof’. Many of these mascara use nylon and rayon fibers as lash enhancers. As these fibers dry, they may flake off and fall into the eye.
Tears carry the intact fiber onto the lens or underneath it where it can scratch your cornea. Mascara labeled ‘water-resistant’, are recommended for contact lens wearers. If particles fall into the eye, they are easily flushed out by normal tear action. Water- ‘resistant mascara will not run if you use artificial tears.
As usual, always clean your lenses with a good contact lens cleaning solution, and follow the following guidelines when applying your mascara.