New contact lens wearer starter kit
For an adult newly prescribed reusable contact lenses. Use only the solution and replacement schedule recommended by your eye-care professional.
What to get
Contact lenses
1 month supply
Multipurpose contact lens solution
Use the solution recommended for your lenses.
1 bottle
Fresh contact lens cases
3
Travel-size lens solution
1 bottle
Backup glasses
1 pair
Glasses case
1
Artificial tears compatible with contacts
1 bottle
Hand soap
Choose a fragrance-free option without moisturizer residue.
1 bottle
Lint-free hand towel
2
Lens insertion mirror
1
Contact lens prescription copy
1
Eye-care clinic contact card
1
Lens replacement calendar
1
Small travel pouch
1
Sunglasses with UV protection
1 pair
Saline solution
Only if recommended; saline does not disinfect lenses.
1 bottle
Who this list is for
This list is for adults who are new to wearing reusable contact lenses and want to set up everything needed for safe, daily use at home and on the go. It’s built for people following their eye-care professional’s instructions, not for children or those using daily disposables.
How to use this list
Start by collecting each item before your first lens fitting. Store your month supply of contact lenses and multipurpose solution in a clean, accessible spot. Set out three fresh contact lens cases, swapping to a new one each month or as instructed. Keep a travel-size solution and a small travel pouch ready for trips. Use hand soap and a lint-free towel to clean your hands before handling lenses. Place a lens insertion mirror near your storage area. Keep your prescription copy and eye-care clinic contact card somewhere easy to find. Mark your lens replacement calendar to track when to change lenses.
Common mistakes
Don’t use tap water or saliva to clean or store lenses—always use the recommended solution. Many new wearers forget to wash hands thoroughly or use a linty towel, which can lead to eye irritation. Skipping backup glasses is risky if you lose or damage a lens. Don’t reuse old contact lens cases; bacteria can build up quickly.
What is on this list
The kit includes a month supply of contact lenses, multipurpose contact lens solution, three fresh cases, travel-size lens solution, backup glasses, a glasses case, artificial tears compatible with contacts, hand soap, two lint-free towels, a lens insertion mirror, a copy of your prescription, an eye-care clinic contact card, a lens replacement calendar, a small travel pouch, sunglasses with UV protection, and saline solution. Cross off what you already have at home.
Before you go
Before leaving the house, pack your travel pouch with a spare lens case, travel-size solution, and backup glasses. Check your lens replacement calendar each morning to stay on schedule. If you have any discomfort or vision changes, contact your eye-care clinic. Always wash and dry your hands before handling lenses, and store your kit in a clean, dry place.
FAQ
Who is "New contact lens wearer starter kit" for?
This list is for adults who are new to wearing reusable contact lenses and want to set up everything needed for safe, daily use at home and on the go. It’s built for people following their eye-care professional’s instructions, not for children or those using daily disposables.
How should I use "New contact lens wearer starter kit"?
Start by collecting each item before your first lens fitting. Store your month supply of contact lenses and multipurpose solution in a clean, accessible spot. Set out three fresh contact lens cases, swapping to a new one each month or as instructed. Keep a travel-size solution and a small travel pouch ready for trips. Use hand soap and a lint-free towel to…
What should I skip or avoid with "New contact lens wearer starter kit"?
Don’t use tap water or saliva to clean or store lenses—always use the recommended solution. Many new wearers forget to wash hands thoroughly or use a linty towel, which can lead to eye irritation. Skipping backup glasses is risky if you lose or damage a lens. Don’t reuse old contact lens cases; bacteria can build up quickly.
What is on the "New contact lens wearer starter kit" list?
The kit includes a month supply of contact lenses, multipurpose contact lens solution, three fresh cases, travel-size lens solution, backup glasses, a glasses case, artificial tears compatible with contacts, hand soap, two lint-free towels, a lens insertion mirror, a copy of your prescription, an eye-care clinic contact card, a lens replacement calendar, a…
What should I do before I go?
Before leaving the house, pack your travel pouch with a spare lens case, travel-size solution, and backup glasses. Check your lens replacement calendar each morning to stay on schedule. If you have any discomfort or vision changes, contact your eye-care clinic. Always wash and dry your hands before handling lenses, and store your kit in a clean, dry place.
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