Q: Who makes Air Optix® contacts?

Air Optix® contacts are made by<a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/contacts/alcon"> Alcon</a>. Since its beginnings in 1945, Alcon has grown into the largest eye care device company in the world. Its focus on research allows for continuous advancements in contact lens design and comfort. Alcon makes <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/contacts/air-optix/air-optix-plus-hydraglyde-for-astigmatism-6-pack-1016167">Air Optix® contact lenses for astigmatism</a>, nearsightedness, farsightedness, and presbyopia. Alcon also produces <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/contacts/dailies">DAILIES®</a> and <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/contacts/precision1">Precision1®</a> contact lenses.

Q: How long can you wear Air Optix® contacts?

You can wear Air Optix® contact lenses for up to a full month as long as you’re properly storing them each night. Be sure to replace your Air Optix® contacts after the month is over.

Q: Can you sleep in Air Optix® contacts?

<a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/contacts/air-optix/air-optix-night-&amp;-day-aqua-6-pack-75056">Air Optix® Night &amp; Day Aqua</a> contact lenses have been FDA-approved for up to 30 nights of continuous wear. However, you should not sleep while wearing any contact lenses before consulting your optometrist. <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/learn/sleeping-with-contacts">Leaving your contacts in while sleeping</a> could increase your chances of eye irritation and infection.

Q: What’s the difference between Air Optix® Night &amp; Day Aqua and HydraGlyde®?

Air Optix® Night &amp; Day Aqua contact lenses utilize SmartShield® Technology to prevent deposits on the lens that could affect your comfort. This protective layer stays in place for the entire month. <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/contacts/air-optix/air-optix-plus-hydraglyde-6-pack-75057">Air Optix plus HydraGlyde® contacts</a> have both the SmartShield® Technology and HydraGlyde® Moisture Matrix. The HydraGlyde® component keeps lenses hydrated by both drawing in and preserving moisture on the surface of the lens.

Question 1

Who makes Air Optix®&nbsp;contacts?

Accepted Answer

Air Optix® contacts are made by Alcon. Since its beginnings in 1945, Alcon has grown into the largest eye care device company in the world. Its focus on research allows for continuous advancements in contact lens design and comfort. Alcon makes Air Optix® contact lenses for astigmatism, nearsightedness, farsightedness, and presbyopia.

Alcon also produces DAILIES® and Precision1® contact lenses.

Question 2

Are Air Optix®&nbsp;soft contact lenses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Air Optix® contacts are soft, disposable lenses that sit comfortably on the surface of your eye. Learning how to put in soft contact lenses is easy with practice.

Question 3

How long can you wear Air Optix®&nbsp;contacts?

Accepted Answer

You can wear Air Optix®&nbsp;contact lenses for up to a full month as long as you’re properly storing them each night. Be sure to replace your Air Optix®&nbsp;contacts after the month is over.

Question 4

Can you sleep in Air Optix®&nbsp;contacts?

Accepted Answer

Air Optix® Night & Day Aqua contact lenses have been FDA-approved for up to 30 nights of continuous wear. However, you should not sleep while wearing any contact lenses before consulting your optometrist. Leaving your contacts in while sleeping could increase your chances of eye irritation and infection.

Question 5

Are Air Optix®&nbsp;Colors monthly contact lenses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Air Optix® Colors are designed for monthly wear. They should be worn during the day and stored in solution at night. We carry them in a pack of 2 and a pack of 6, and you can choose from 12 colors such as pure hazel, turquoise, amethyst, and brilliant blue.

Question 6

What’s the difference between Air Optix®&nbsp;Night &amp; Day Aqua and HydraGlyde®?

Accepted Answer

Air Optix® Night & Day Aqua contact lenses utilize SmartShield® Technology to prevent deposits on the lens that could affect your comfort. This protective layer stays in place for the entire month.

Air Optix plus HydraGlyde® contacts have both the SmartShield® Technology and HydraGlyde® Moisture Matrix. The HydraGlyde® component keeps lenses hydrated by both drawing in and preserving moisture on the surface of the lens.

Air Optix® Contacts

Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde

Air Optix Plus Hydraglyde for Astigmatism

Air Optix Night & Day Aqua

Air Optix Colors

Air Optix Plus Hydraglyde Multifocal

Air Optix Colors

Air Optix® Contacts FAQs

Who makes Air Optix® contacts?

Are Air Optix® soft contact lenses?

How long can you wear Air Optix® contacts?

Can you sleep in Air Optix® contacts?

Are Air Optix® Colors monthly contact lenses?

What’s the difference between Air Optix® Night & Day Aqua and HydraGlyde®?