Putting contact lenses on: step by step.
STEP 1: Thoroughly wash and dry your hands with soap and a clean towel.
STEP 2: Rinse your lens with solution to remove any trace of debris.
Tip: To avoid mixing up your contact lenses, always apply and remove the lens for your RIGHT eye first.
STEP 3: Place the lens on the tip of your index finger. Be sure the lens is correctly oriented by checking the inside–out marker.
STEP 4: Use your other hand to hold your upper eyelid so you won’t blink.
STEP 5: Pull down your lower eyelid with the other fingers of your applying hand.
STEP 6: Look up at the ceiling and gently place the lens on the lower part of your eye.
STEP 7: Slowly release your eyelid and close your eye for a moment.
STEP 8: Blink several times to center the lens. You’re all set.
STEP 9: If your lens feels uncomfortable, remove it and inspect for damage or debris. If it’s damaged, discard it. Otherwise, rinse with more solution and reapply.
Taking contact lenses off: step by step.
STEP 1: Thoroughly wash and dry your hands with soap and a clean towel.
STEP 2: Look up at the ceiling and pull down your lower eye lid.
Tip: To avoid mixing up your contact lenses, always apply (and remove) them in the same order.
STEP 3: Bring your index finger close to your eye until you touch the lower edge of the lens.
STEP 4: Slide the lens down to the lower white part of your eye.
STEP 5: Gently squeeze the lens between your thumb and index finger and remove it.
STEP 6: Remove the other lens following the same procedure..