High Water Content Contact Lenses
High water content contact lenses are lenses whose water content is more than 60%. They are generally thicker than low water content lenses, which is why they are able to hold more water. The higher the water content in a lens, the more oxygen reaches the eye during lens wear.
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See All Available High Water Content Contact Lenses Rebates
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| High Water Content Contact Lenses Brand Products | 2 Boxes | 4 Boxes | 8 Boxes |
| 1-Day Acuvue Define | -- | -- | $160 |
| 1-Day Acuvue Moist 30 Pack | -- | $85 | -- |
| 1-Day Acuvue Moist 90 Pack | -- | $105 | $220 |
| 1-Day Acuvue Moist for Astigmatism 30 Pack | -- | $85 | -- |
| 1-Day Acuvue Moist for Astigmatism 90 Pack | -- | -- | $180 |
| 1-Day Acuvue Moist Multifocal 30 Pack | -- | $75 | -- |
| 1-Day Acuvue Moist Multifocal 90 Pack | -- | -- | $180 |
| Acuvue 2 | -- | -- | $180 |
| Avaira Vitality | -- | -- | $160 |
| Avaira Vitality Toric | -- | -- | $160 |
| Biotrue ONEday | -- | -- | $160 |
| Biotrue ONEday for Astigmatism | -- | -- | $160 |
| Biotrue ONEday for Presbyopia | -- | -- | $160 |
| Clariti 1-Day Multifocal | -- | -- | $160 |
| Clariti 1-Day Toric | -- | -- | $180 |
| Dailies AquaComfort Plus | -- | $135 | $290 |
| Dailies AquaComfort Plus Multifocal | -- | -- | $220 |
| Dailies AquaComfort Plus Toric | -- | -- | $210 |
| Focus Dailies | -- | -- | $160 |
| FreshLook One-Day | $35 | $75 | -- |
| Proclear 1 Day | -- | -- | $220 |
| Proclear 1 Day Multifocal | -- | -- | $180 |
| Proclear Compatibles | -- | $105 | -- |
| SofLens Toric (SofLens 66 Toric) | -- | -- | $160 |
About High Water Content Contact Lenses Contacts
Features of High Water Content Contact Lenses
The water content of a contact lens means exactly that, i.e., how much water the lens contains. This figure is always given as a percentage, and it is found on the contact lens packaging.
High water content contact lenses allow more oxygen to reach the eye during lens wear than low water content contacts. Your eyes need that oxygen to stay clear, moist, and healthy. High water content contact lenses are also generally thicker than low water content contacts. For this reason, high water content contact lenses are very comfortable. However, their thicker composition also means that they can often be felt in the eye.
Moreover, high water content contact lenses are often easier to handle when inserting, removing, and cleaning than low water content contacts.
Take note that high water content contact lenses are not the best option for dry eyes, as they’re more susceptible to drying out than low water content contacts. If you have dry eyes, talk to your eye care professional about trying out low or medium water content contacts.
Popular High Water Content Contact Lenses
Several leading contact lens manufacturers carry high water content options. Johnson & Johnson, for example, has 1-Day Acuvue® Moist. These daily disposable contacts have a relatively high water content at 58%. They also feature unique LACREON ® Technology, which helps the lenses stay moist and comfortable all day.
CooperVision, on the other hand, has Proclear® 1-Day and Proclear Compatibles. These contacts are made of water-loving hydrogels with at least 60% water content. To ensure all-day comfort, they also feature exclusive PC Technology™, which creates a moisture “shield” that keeps the lens clean and hydrated all day.
Meanwhile, Bausch + Lomb, the largest global provider of eye care products, carries Biotrue ONEday contact lenses. These daily disposable contacts are manufactured with a revolutionary material called HyperGel, which matches the cornea's water content (78%) to provide all-day comfort.
How Much Are High Water Content Contact Lenses?
Most high water content contacts are hydrogel lenses, which can cost between $50 to $70 per box. High water content contacts made of silicone hydrogels may cost even more, from $70 to $100 per box. Additional features, such as UV protection, exclusive technologies, and patented designs, can further bring up the cost of high water content contact lenses. If you replace your contacts every two weeks, you could be looking at an annual lens cost of $500 to $700.
How to Insert and Remove High Water Content Contact Lenses
High water content contact lenses are soft contacts, meaning they’re made of either hydrogel or silicone hydrogel materials. As such, you should follow the standard insertion and removal procedure for soft lenses.
Start by washing and drying your hands, then scoop your first lens out of the case with the index finger of your dominant hand. Rinse it with a multipurpose cleaning solution recommended by your ECP and inspect it for any tears or debris. Using the middle finger of your dominant hand, pull down your lower eyelid. Stare straight ahead and gently place the lens on your eye. Blink a few times to center the lens. Repeat with the other lens.
To remove high water content contact lenses, hold your eyelids open and gently pinch the lens between your index finger and thumb. Carefully lift the lens off of your eye. Repeat with the other lens.
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