If you have recently started wearing contact lenses - or you are about to - it is important that you are careful when it comes to makeup. It might not be something that you had considered, but you need to be careful when wearing makeup with contacts to prevent discomfort. This post will offer a few tips that should help you to wear makeup without causing any issues with your contact lenses. 

Avoid Oils & Creams

First, you want to make sure that you are using the right products. Generally, it is recommended that you avoid any makeup products that have oil in them as oil and water mixing could result in cloudy lenses and discomfort. Additionally, you should always put your lenses in before you apply makeup and take them out before removing your makeup. You should also always wash your hands before handling your lenses.

Pick Mascara Carefully

You also need to be careful when choosing mascara. Mascaras often contain fibres, which can clump and get stuck in your eye - this is something that you will definitely want to avoid! You will want to read about mascara and choose a mascara that is safe to use with contact lenses. Generally, these will be products that are hypoallergenic, oil-free, fragrance-free, fibre-free and non-waterproof.

Change to Daily Lenses

If you wear monthly contact lenses, you might find that it is best to switch to daily contact lenses. This is because these are considered the healthier and more sanitary choice as you do not have to worry about keeping them clean and the build-up of deposits on a daily basis. If you do not get on with daily contact lenses, you will want to make sure that you are diligent with the cleaning and always wash your hands when handling the lenses.

Avoid the Waterline

When applying makeup, you need to take extra care to avoid the waterline (the inner eyelash line). Not only will this be painful, but you will find that it can also block the glands that keep your eyes hydrated. This can result in dry eyes and styes that can cause significant discomfort and pain. Make sure that you are always applying the eyeliner to the external part of your eyelids. 

If you have just started wearing contact lenses, it is important that you know how to apply makeup safely so that you can avoid irritating or even infecting your eyes. These tips should help you to apply your makeup with confidence when wearing contact lenses so that you can look and feel your best while wearing contact lenses and avoid any discomfort. It can take some getting used to, but once you know what you are doing it will become much easier.