Quick Answer
To keep your Air Optix Colors monthly colored contacts safe and comfortable, clean them daily with a multipurpose solution, store them in a clean case, and replace them on schedule every month.
Why Proper Care Matters for Colored Monthly Lenses
Colored monthly contacts like Air Optix Colors have a tint layer that can trap deposits more easily than clear lenses. Regular cleaning prevents protein buildup that can dull the color and irritate your eyes.
The lens material, lotrafilcon B, is a silicone hydrogel that allows high oxygen transmission, but only if the lenses stay free of debris. Skipping a cleaning step can reduce comfort and increase the risk of infection.
How to Care for Your Air Optix Colors Monthly Lenses
- Wash and dry your hands: Before touching your lenses, wash your hands with mild soap and water. Dry them with a lint-free towel. Avoid soaps with oils or fragrances that can transfer to the lenses. Even clean-looking hands can leave residue. Always dry thoroughly to avoid trapping moisture under the lens.
- Clean each lens with solution: Place the lens in your palm and apply a few drops of multipurpose contact lens solution. Gently rub the lens for about 20 seconds on each side. Do not use water or saliva. Rubbing removes protein deposits that rinsing alone cannot. Skipping this step is the most common cause of discomfort.
- Rinse and store in fresh solution: After rubbing, rinse the lens with more solution and place it in a clean case filled with fresh solution. Never top off old solution—empty the case and refill each time. Reusing solution reduces its disinfecting power. Always start with fresh solution, even if you didn't wear the lenses.
- Close the case and let lenses soak: Close the case tightly and leave the lenses to soak for at least 4–6 hours. The solution needs time to disinfect and rehydrate the lens material. Shorter soak times can leave bacteria alive. Overnight soaking is ideal for monthly lenses.
- Replace the case every month: Swap your lens case for a new one at the start of each new pair of lenses. Cases can harbor bacteria even if they look clean. A dirty case can recontaminate freshly cleaned lenses. Mark your calendar to remind you.
- Replace lenses on schedule: Air Optix Colors are monthly lenses—discard them after 30 days of use, even if they still feel comfortable. Wearing them longer increases the risk of infection and reduces oxygen flow. Overwear is the leading cause of complications with monthly contacts. Set a replacement reminder.
Product Facts
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Air Optix Colors - 2 pack: Air Optix Colors are monthly disposable color contact lenses made of 67% lotrafilcon B, a silicone hydrogel material. The silicone hydrogel material allows more oxygen to reach your eyes, but it requires proper cleaning to maintain breathability and prevent deposits.
Air Optix Colors - 2 pack
