OPTI-FREE® Contact Lens Care FAQs
Got questions? We’ve got answers. Read what eye care experts have to say about common OPTI-FREE® questions.
Cleaning your contact lenses
No, saline solution is only meant to rinse your contact lenses, not clean and disinfect them. We recommend cleaning and storing your lenses in OPTI-FREE® solution.
Reusing solution or “topping-off” is never recommended because it dilutes the cleaning and disinfecting power. Used solution is not only dirty but may contain harmful bacteria and cause eye infections. Always dump out the solution from your lens case after putting your lenses in your eyes and clean the lens case with a tissue, letting it dry before reuse.
While you might be tempted to use tap water, this is never a good idea as it can contain bacteria and germs harmful to your eyes. We recommend using saline to temporarily store your contact lenses but get them into OPTI-FREE® solution to clean and disinfect them as soon as you can and before you put your contact lenses on your eyes to avoid the risk of infection.
Which OPTI-FREE® product is right for me?
All of our OPTI-FREE® solutions are FDA approved for advanced cleaning and disinfecting. Each brand has unique ingredients that provide different levels of moisture and comfort. For optimal comfort, we recommend OPTI-FREE® Puremoist®. It contains HydraGlyde® Moisture Matrix which provides comfort from morning ‘til night.
Always ask your doctor first, because they know what’s best for your eyes. Most likely they will suggest OPTI FREE® Puremoist®, the #1 doctor recommended solution.
OPTI-FREE® products are available nationwide at all major retailers, or order through your computer from any of our product pages.
Product Usage
OPTI-FREE® multi-purpose solutions are formulated for cleaning, disinfecting, and rinsing your lenses immediately before putting them in your eyes. To rewet your contact lenses once they’re on your eyes, we recommend using an OPTI-FREE® Rewetting Drop for an additional burst of moisture.
No. OPTI-FREE® solutions are formulated for soft (hydrophilic) lenses only.
Yes, but check with your doctor just to be safe.
Technically, TSA permits contact lens solutions to be carried on board a flight. While a large bottle of OPTI-FREE® solution may be permitted by the TSA, we suggest packing a 2oz travel-sized bottle in your carry on bag, since it may be easier going through security. For more information and regulations, visit www.tsa.gov. For more traveling tips, click here.
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Create or log in to your MyAlcon account today to get your exclusive OPTI-FREE® Family coupon.