Q: Can you sleep in daily contacts?

No, you should not <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/learn/sleeping-with-contacts">sleep in your daily lenses</a>—not even for a quick nap. Snoozing while wearing your daily contacts is a recipe for discomfort and infection.

Question 1

How long can you wear daily contacts?

Accepted Answer

You can typically wear daily disposable contacts for the majority of your day (8 to 16 hours or so). Check the instructions that come with your daily contacts for the maximum wear time recommended by the manufacturer.

Question 2

Can you wear daily contacts more than once?

Accepted Answer

Daily contact lenses are meant to be worn for a single day—no more than that. If you’re starting a new day, always open a fresh pack of lenses.

Do not reuse any daily contacts, even if you’re only taking them out for a little bit. Doing so can put you at risk for irritation, dry eyes, and eye infection.

If you’re having trouble putting in your one-a-day contacts, it’s usually all right to try multiple times with the same lens. However, if the lens becomes damaged or feels uncomfortable when you’re wearing it, you should dispose of it and start again with a fresh lens.

Question 3

How much do daily contacts cost?

Accepted Answer

Daily contact lenses tend to cost a little bit more than bi-weekly and monthly lenses due to the convenience factor. You can expect to spend around $60–$140 for a 90-pack of single-vision daily lenses and around $30–$60 for a 30-pack (though these prices are subject to change).

The cost of daily disposable contacts also tends to go up if you’re purchasing contacts for astigmatism or multifocal contacts.

Question 4

Are daily contacts better for your eyes than other kinds of contacts?

Accepted Answer

Daily disposable contacts aren’t any “better” or “worse” than other types of contacts, though they do have certain advantages. Unlike bi-weekly and monthly lenses, 1-day contacts don’t need to be cleaned and stored in solution overnight. Many people appreciate the convenience of tossing their contact lenses at the end of the day and opening a fresh pack in the morning. Daily disposable contacts also have higher water content and can be more hydrating for sensitive or dry eyes.

Question 5

Can you sleep in daily contacts?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not sleep in your daily lenses—not even for a quick nap. Snoozing while wearing your daily contacts is a recipe for discomfort and infection.

Question 6

How do you put in daily contact lenses?

Accepted Answer

Learning to put daily contacts in your eyes might take some patience, but it’ll become second nature with enough practice. Good news: We’ve written a guide that will teach you how to put in contacts easily and safely.

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