Feb 08 2010
Travelling and contact lenses
The great thing about Contact lenses is that they are ideal for holidays and travelling.
Its one less thing to think about, so to ensure your trip is as pleasurable and comfortable as possible, it’s worth following these essential tips.
• Even with strict airport security you are usually allowed to up to 100 ml of eye care solutions that you can take onto a plane. If you need any more just make sure it’s packed in your main baggage
• Aircraft are often very dry environments and the air conditioning may cause even the best contact lenses to feel uncomfortable. So it’s a good idea to carry some rewetting drops just in case you need them.
• Aircraft cabin pressure has been known to cause bottles and lens cases to leak slightly. So pack your lens case and solutions in a waterproof bag.
• If the budgets allow it it’s a good idea to take an extra pairs of lenses in case you lose or damage your current pair. Even with the best contact lenses and brands, it’s not going to be the easiest thing to sort in a foreign country
• Daily disposable contact lenses really are the perfect traveling companion. With the best contact lens you get a fresh new pair each day and there is no need to bother with solutions and cases.
Well worth thinking about.
