Contact Lenses and Eye Makeup: Check the Order
HairArticlePut lenses in before applying makeup and take them out before removing it.
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Eye changes come first
FDA1 advises taking out your lenses and calling your eye doctor right away if your vision changes, your eyes are red, hurt or feel itchy, or you have a lot of tears.1
Check both ends of the makeup routine
- Before applying makeup: put in your contact lenses first. FDA1 also advises washing and rinsing your hands before touching lenses.1
- Before removing makeup: take out your contact lenses first.1
- For your own lens care: follow your eye doctor’s instructions for wearing and cleaning them.1
Ask your eye-care professional to clarify any part of your lens routine that is difficult to fit around cosmetics. Keep the explanation with your lens instructions so you can refer to it when preparing or taking off makeup.1
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