Contact lenses vs. glasses: What are the benefits?
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Are you wondering whether contact lenses or glasses are a good fit for you? There are many reasons to add contact lenses to your vision correction options. They can give you more freedom, day to day, in a number of ways. Use the slider to see an example of how the two might respond to a rainy, humid day. ° for illustrative purposes only
Top reasons people prefer contact lenses vs. glasses
Full field of vision
Contact lenses move with your eye to help to give you a full field of vision, meaning you can spot things out of the corner of your eye.
Hassle Free
Contact lenses help you see clearly without needing to think twice about it after you have put them on. No need to remember carrying reading glasses with you or worry about wiping your glasses down if they steam up or get dirty.
Active lifestyle
Unlike glasses, they won’t bounce around or steam up and you don’t need to worry about them falling off either. Contact lenses are also great if you need to wear sunglasses, goggles or head gear for your activities.
Affordability
Contact lenses can cost as little as one cup of coffee a day, making them compatible with your daily routine. And while glasses require less upkeep in comparison, when you do lose or break them they can be costly to replace.
Natural look
Glasses can be a great accessory to create a certain look or to complete a style, but if you prefer a natural look without frames then contact lenses are ideal. Contact lenses are also great when you want to show off your eye make-up or wear your favourite sunglasses.**
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We're spending more time on digital devices than ever, which can mean less blinking and more discomfort and blurry vision. Blue-violet light is everywhere2- digital screens, LED lights, especially the sun — and it scatters more in the eye, which can impact visual clarity. ACUVUE® OASYS MAX 1-Day daily disposable lenses with blue-violet light filter are designed for today’s intense lifestyle. All day clear and comfortable vision†3 in all lighting conditions±3.
Footnotes
* Please note professional eye examination and fitting fees may apply. GCC residents 18 or over only. One trial per person. Eligibility subject to Eye Care Professional approval. Participating Eye Care Professionals only. See link for full terms and conditions. **While contact lenses are perfect for an active lifestyle, it is not advised to expose your contact lenses to water, and as such swimming with contact lenses should be avoided. This includes avoiding wearing contact lenses not just while swimming, but also any other water-related activities. ^ For full details on moneyback guarantee, see the Terms and Conditions. # All ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses have Class 1 and Class 2 UV-blocking to help provide protection against transmission of harmful UV radiation to the cornea and into the eye. UV-absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV-absorbing eyewear such as UV-absorbing goggles or subglasses because they do not completely cover the eye and surrounding area. UV transmission measured with -1.00D lens. ‡ Source Euromonitor International Limited; Eyewear 2024 edition; value sales at rsp, all retail channels, 2022 data; “ACUVUE® family of brands” represents aggregated sales of the following brands: 1-day ACUVUE®, ACUVUE® OASYS, ACUVUE® Advance, ACUVUE®, and ACUVUE®2. †n≥449 ±n=449 1. JJV Data on File 2022: Master Brand Claims on Clinical Performance and Overall Material Properties for ACUVUE® Brand Soft Contact Lenses. 2. JJV Data on File 2022. Blue-Violet Filter Utilized in ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day contact lenses. 3. JJV Data on File. CSM Subjective Responses ACUVUE® OASYS MAX 1 Day Contact Lenses – Retrospective Meta-analysis. For more information on proper wear, care and safety, talk to your Eye Care Professional and read the Instructions for Use. 2024PP09796