Contact lens care: complete guide
Contact lens care is an essential step in guaranteeing hygiene, comfort and visual safety. In Switzerland, where disposable lenses are very popular, proper lens care remains crucial, especially for monthly, bi-monthly and traditional models. This guide explains how to do it, which products to choose, and the right reflexes to adopt.
Why is lens care so important?
Poor maintenance can lead to :
- Irritation or redness
- Eye infections such as conjunctivitis
- Reduced comfort or vision
👉 Consequently, it's essential to adopt a routine adapted to your type of lenses.
Daily lenses: zero maintenance
Daily lenses are disposable. You wear them in the morning, take them out in the evening and throw them away.
💡 This is the preferred choice in Switzerland for its practicality and perfect hygiene.
Monthly or twice-monthly lenses: daily care is a must
Monthly and bi-monthly lenses require rigorous daily lens care:
- Wash your hands
- Remove the lens and place it in the palm of your hand.
- Add a maintenance solution
- Gently rub the lens
- Rinse again
- Store in a clean case with fresh solution
Which maintenance solution to choose?
We recommend :
- Multifunctional solutions: ReNu, Biotrue, OPTI-Free
- Oxidizing solutions: AOSEPT (ideal for sensitive eyes)
👉 Find them all in our lens care solutions section.
🚫 Never use tap water or saliva.
What about coloured lenses?
Colored lenses must be cared for in the same way as conventional lenses, even if they are worn for aesthetic purposes.
What about traditional soft or semi-rigid lenses?
Although less common today, some people still wear :
- Traditional soft contact lenses (annual renewal)
- Semi-rigid (or rigid gas-permeable) lenses, useful in cases of irregularastigmatism or keratoconus
👉 These lenses require very strict care, with specific products and regular ophthalmological monitoring.
In Switzerland, they are increasingly being replaced by disposable lenses, which are much easier to manage on a daily basis.
How often should I change my lens case?
Ideally, you should :
- Change holster every month
- Or with each new bottle of solution
This prevents the proliferation of germs.
What to do in the event of a deposit or inconvenience?
- Rinse lens thoroughly
- Use moisturizing drops
- Consider daily lenses if you have sensitive eyes
If the discomfort persists, remove your lenses and contact an optician.
In a nutshell
| Lens type | Maintenance requirements | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | No | Ideal if you're looking for optimum comfort and maximum hygiene with no constraints |
| Monthly | Daily cleaning | Use a multi-purpose solution every evening and change the case every month |
| Bi-monthly | Daily cleaning | Make a note of the opening date to respect the 15-day wearing period. |
| Coloured | Cleaning like conventional lenses | Rinse thoroughly before each use, even if they are only lightly worn. |
| Traditional | Advanced maintenance and regular follow-up | Reserve these lenses for specific use, under ophthalmological supervision. |
Additional resource
To find out more, consult the official recommendations of the Swiss Ophthalmological Society.
