The first soft contact lenses hit the U.S. market in 1971. Since then, they have developed into more than an eyeglass alternative. Contacts have become a fusion of comfort, advanced technology, and ...

The eyes stop growing when most people are in their twenties. By then, most people have a stable prescription for contact lenses or glasses if they need it. So if you suddenly notice your vision is ...

Wearing contact lenses can lead to dry eyes. Dry eye is a condition where your eyes cannot make enough tears to lubricate and nourish the eye. Symptoms may include burning, stinging, blurry vision, ...

This article was taken from the July 2012 issue of Wired magazine. Be the first to read Wired's articles in print before they're posted online, and get your hands on loads of additional content by ...

Careless use of eye makeup and contact lenses can lead to eye irritation, dryness, and infections by disturbing the tear film and introducing contaminants. Sharing cosmetics and improper lens hygiene ...