Issues with lentils

rustymarlin39 said:Thank you so much, you always have such great advice! I think my eyes are super dry and sensitive. My skin is really sensitive too, so I can only use the finest creams (and the most expensive ones, obviously!), so I figured it would be the same with my eyes. I'm heading to an eye exam this Saturday, so I'll talk to them about getting lenses specifically for sensitive eyes. I’d love to try those Acuvue two-week disposables. I've also heard that some Proclear lenses are good for sensitivity.
My lenses feel uncomfortable, and I really can't deal with them when they bother me that much. 🙂I can actually feel the edges of the lenses on my eyes. But I'm not giving up! I don't mind spending the money; I'll try everything... just so I can finally find the perfect pair. I was thinking about buying some herbal eye drops, maybe something chamomile-based. I need to make a list for the pharmacy—they already start smirking when they see me walking through the door! Anyway, jadesailor14, if you remember anything else, please let me know! 😘

jadesailor14 said:off topic 😬 if you have sensitive skin, I recommend Avena
these creams have been a lifesaver for me. They are a bit pricier than the stuff at CVS, but still reasonable
my skin is extremely dry and prone to reacting to just about everything

be careful with chamomile; it's a pretty strong allergen, and it’s a total disaster for me

from experience, you learn that eye doctors at places like LensCrafters often push whatever they have in stock😉 you really have to do your own research

the right-side-up lens trick
when a lens is facing the right way, looking at it straight on at eye level, it should look like a glass bowl with flat edges
if the edges flare outward, it's upside down
some brands even have markings to show which side is which, so you can't miss it
after all these years, I don't even bother checking anymore; I just intuitively know if it's right-side up, and I honestly can't remember which ones have those markings

one more thing is vital: you cannot let any tiny speck get inside the lens
it isn't as big of an issue with hard lenses because they float away, but soft lenses trap them against your eye, which is no fun
so, wash your hands and instead of using a towel, just let them air dry
since I'm always rushing at the last minute, I end up waving my hands around like a crazy bird trying to dry them faster🤣

jadesailor14 said:Just order those Johnson & Johnson ones online.
The price difference isn't a big deal, and I honestly haven't heard anyone complain about them yet.

Lawrence Wells said:You can order Optix o2 soft lenses through that link; they feature a universal base curve.

jadesailor14 said:My doctor actually said I couldn't wear soft contacts in my left eye at all, yet it feels perfectly fine
while my right eye always feels the lens presence 🤣

I would personally go with the 8.7 ones
but that's just my opinion, so don't take my word as gospel😬

rustymarlin39 said:Those branded lenses are B&L. I'm actually using O2Optix right now with some solo Care Aqua solution. I think I'll stick with my current pair for a little longer before deciding whether to switch to something else entirely...

1. I grab the right lens from the case with my right index finger and lay it out on my fingertip so it follows the natural curve.
2. Then, I add two or three drops of solution to the lens just to rinse away any tiny bits of dust or whatever might be lingering there.
3. Next, I flip the lens over onto my left index finger and repeat that rinsing step.
4. Once that's done, I put it back on my right finger, making sure the concave side is facing upward this time.
   (If you ever get confused about the shape, just remember: the "cup" is what holds the liquid! 😁)
5. I check to see if it looks like a blooming tulip—shoutout to jadesailor14 for that visual—and if it does, I'm good to go.
6. I add one or two more drops of solution, then pop the whole thing right into my eye.

crimsonotter29 said:I've been wearing B&L lenses for four years now. I struggled with figuring out which side was right or left and getting them in during those first few days.
Now my routine is:

1. wash my hands, but don't dry them.
2. Grab the right lens with my right index finger and lay it out so it follows the curve of my fingertip.
3. Add 2-3 drops of solution to the lens to rinse away any tiny bits of dust.
4. Flip the lens onto my left index finger and repeat step (3).
5. Put it back on my right fingertip, this time making sure the concave side is facing up.
   (If you can't tell which way is which—just remember "the cup holds the coffee." 😁)
6. Check if it looks like a wilted tulip (as jadesailor14 mentioned); if it does, flip it over.
7. Drop 1-2 more drops of solution on it, then pop the whole thing in my eye.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you need more detail. 😬

rustymarlin39 said:You described everything perfectly, and honestly, you've been a huge help. My issue is that both sides look identical to me—I'm just not seeing any difference at all... 😁

rustymarlin39 said:What does that actually mean? (Sorry if I’m totally out of the loop here!) Is an 8.7 better than an 8.3? 😕

crimsonotter29 said:My doctor was just as baffled when I first tried
putting in contacts: "How can you not see the difference?" I suggest a comparative
analysis 😁: hold both lenses close together on something flat
(like your fingertip 🙂) and compare them. Then flip one over and check again. There is a massive
difference: when the lens is inside out, the edges look almost flat.

crimsonotter29 said:[*]I'll check if it looks like a wilted tulip ((jadesailor14)), and if it does, I'll turn it around

jadesailor14 said:It isn't necessarily better; it's just closer to what you actually need.

jadesailor14 said:

crimsonotter29 said:[*]I check if it looks like a wilted tulip ((C) jadesailor14), and if it does, I flip it.

🤣
I was in such a great mood that day. 😵

Haha, there was one day I caught myself staring at my lens thinking, "Why doesn't mine look like a tulip? It must be torn."🤣 😂

rustymarlin39 said:I’m still getting used to contacts and only wearing them for a few hours a day (maybe 6). Since I’m glued to a computer all day, I stick to glasses during work, then pop the lenses in once I get home. Some people gave me some great advice yesterday, which really helped boost my confidence..🙏