Your Guide to Contact Lenses

Everything you need to know about getting started with contact lenses, caring for your contact lenses, and choosing the right ones

Can I wear contact lenses?

Contact lenses open up a world of possibilities. Almost everyone can wear contact lenses and enjoy the benefits that they offer. From playing sports and being active, to looking your best when you’re heading out. Contact lenses allow you to get on with whatever it is you love doing, providing comfort, clarity and freedom.

We're here to help! If you're looking to get started with contact lenses, simply book in for a Complete Contact Lens Eye Exam at your nearest Bailey Nelson store.

The benefits of contact lenses:

Contact lenses move with your eyes, allowing a natural field of view, with no frames to obstruct your vision, greatly reducing distortions.
They are excellent for sports and other physical activities.
They don’t fog up or get splattered by mud or rain.
They may offer better, more natural sight than glasses.
Many people prefer how they look with contacts.

The type of contact lenses you wear may also be determined by your prescription. Simply put, it's usually whether or not you have an astigmatism or require progressive lenses.

Contact lenses ins and outs

Wearing contacts can be tricky at first, so we’ve created a step by step guide to help you get comfortable with your contacts.

Ordering contact lenses online

It’s easy to order online.

Contacts are even more convenient when you order them online. Placing an order is simple and easy and will ensure you always have refills handy.

Protecting the Environment

Recycling contact lenses

Like you, we at Bailey Nelson want to make sure we’re doing what we can to protect the environment. Contact lens boxes, the plastic blister packaging and solution bottles can all be recycled. The foil lids and contact lenses themselves cannot be recycled, although some local authorities do offer special services. Remember to never throw contact lenses away down the sink or the toilet as they can cause pollution.