Colored contacts are safe to wear under the supervision of your eye doctor As long as you wear color contacts under the supervision of an eye care professional, even colored contact lenses, are safe to wear. Follow the lens care guidelines from your doctor, keeping lenses clean and stored correctly. If you are using disposables, stick to the recommended wear schedule and throw … [Read more...]
Tips for FSA Eligible Contact Lenses
Every December and January, there's a flurry of activity around using FSA money for various eligible expenses. In December, you're using up any leftover FSA funds; in January you get to take advantage of a replenished supply of funds. An FSA, or Flexible Spending Account, is an account that allows you to set aside a portion of earnings before tax for eligible expenses, like … [Read more...]
Eyeliner Tips for Beginners
Do you look like a bad Halloween mistake whenever you wear eyeliner? You're not alone. Every time I try the stuff, I look like I've been punched in the eye. Eyeliner is supposed to open up and brighten our eyes, so why and where does all this go terribly wrong? Eyeliner comes in three basic varieties: liquid liner, pencil or stick, and gel liner. For beginners, definitely … [Read more...]
Review of Splash of Color Aquatic Allure (Video)
I had a chance to try Splash of Color contact lenses recently in Aquatic Allure. They're available from Coastal.com in both vial and disposable. Overall, I thought they were quite comfortable. Very easy to put in. Occasionally, I noticed a blue tinge around the outside of my vision, a result of the lens moving around a bit as I blinked but that was all. The color itself is … [Read more...]
Christmas Makeup Look Review (Video)
This makeup look comes from Marlena at the MakeupGeek.com. As you know, I really like her videos. She explains the techniques and products really well. I just wish I could pull them off! For a Christmas or Holiday party, this look for your eyes is beautiful and dramatic. Thanks Marlena! Which Color Contacts? For my own part, if I was to add a colored lens to this look, I'd … [Read more...]