Risky? I ordered them anyway!

SunKissedSarah · #1 (**permalink**) 05-13-2010, 02:11 PM

I ordered EO Seeshell Cosmos Green from Korea last night!
I've reserched them for about 2 months and haven't heard anything too terribly bad, except they can be drying.
They are supposed to be enlarging, they are the same diameter as my Wild Eyes cat eye lenses- 14.5. I suppose we'll see what happens.
I will post pictures as soon as they arrive (2-3 weeks). The pics below aren't of me, but ones I went off of. Let me know your thoughts and if you or anyone you know has experience with circle lenses. Thank you.

LittleElvis · #2 (**permalink**) 05-13-2010, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

I ordered EO Seeshell Cosmos Green from Korea last night!
I've reserched them for about 2 months and haven't heard anything too terribly bad, except they can be drying.
They are supposed to be enlarging, they are the same diameter as my Wild Eyes cat eye lenses- 14.5. I suppose we'll see what happens.
I will post pictures as soon as they arrive (2-3 weeks). The pics below aren't of me, but ones I went off of. Let me know your thoughts and if you or anyone you know has experience with circle lenses. Thank you.

Those lenses in the pictures are a nice color, but the pupils look off-center. They're a little above center, in fact. I'm not the world's most observant guy, but I noticed that right away.

You do have a prescription for these, don't you?

Railfan · #3 (**permalink**) 05-14-2010, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

I ordered EO Seeshell Cosmos Green from Korea last night!
I've reserched them for about 2 months and haven't heard anything too terribly bad, except they can be drying.
They are supposed to be enlarging, they are the same diameter as my Wild Eyes cat eye lenses- 14.5. I suppose we'll see what happens.
I will post pictures as soon as they arrive (2-3 weeks). The pics below aren't of me, but ones I went off of. Let me know your thoughts and if you or anyone you know has experience with circle lenses. Thank you.

Looking at that picture that is not labeled "with lens" and "without lens," it appears that they're both off center. Are you sure you want to order these, Sarah? I hope they look all right when you get them. I hope you're planning on posting pictures. I like to see the people that contribute to Lens 101.

loveme · #4 (**permalink**) 05-14-2010, 02:17 PM

Wow, they actually look nice. Why did u think it was risky. Now u got me thinking may be I should get one

looks natural no? I like

SunKissedSarah · #5 (**permalink**) 05-14-2010, 05:06 PM

These lenses don't require a perscription, but you can get them with power. They are a huge trend, especially in asia. They do have the same base curve I require.
As for the off center pupil, I have heard they tend to slide a bit. We'll see how they turn out. Hopefully I won't look like a cross eyed monster. If I do....they were only $22.

loveme · #6 (**permalink**) 05-14-2010, 05:37 PM

I think I know why they slide low, the lens is bigger so heavier than other lenses may be and the lens drops low. I think it may be more apparent in the pictures, i think in real life they probably look nice actually

I like them

John316 · #7 (**permalink**) 05-17-2010, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

These lenses don't require a perscription, but you can get them with power. They are a huge trend, especially in Asia. They do have the same base curve I require.

I thought all contact lenses require a prescription. Even if they don't have any corrective power, they still need to be fitted to get the right base curve and diameter. You need an eye doctor for that, don't you?

SunKissedSarah · #8 (**permalink**) 05-19-2010, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by John316

I thought all contact lenses require a prescription. Even if they don't have any corrective power, they still need to be fitted to get the right base curve and diameter. You need an eye doctor for that, don't you?

Hi John, these didn't require a prescription. They are from Korea....ok laugh.

They only come in one base curve and diameter. Fortunately they are correct for me. I hope this answered your Q.

Curlupndye · #9 (**permalink**) 05-19-2010, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

Hi John, these didn't require a prescription. They are from Korea....ok laugh.

They only come in one base curve and diameter. Fortunately they are correct for me. I hope this answered your Q.

Like they said in my favorite movie(s)--"I've got a bad feeling about this."

I'm not an eye care professional, but I don't feel good about a person ordering contact lenses without a prescription. Do you have an eye doctor, SunKissedSarah? Can you ask him or her about these Korean contact lenses? I think John316 and I, along with the Lens 101 community, would sleep better at night at least knowing that you had your eye doctor's OK.

Railfan · #10 (**permalink**) 06-01-2010, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

These lenses don't require a perscription, but you can get them with power. They are a huge trend, especially in asia. They do have the same base curve I require.
As for the off center pupil, I have heard they tend to slide a bit. We'll see how they turn out. Hopefully I won't look like a cross eyed monster. If I do....they were only $22.

What do you mean "these lenses don't require a prescription"? If that's true, that's not good. Contact lenses are medical devices. You should have them fitted by an eye care professional. You don't have to buy them there, but you should at least get fitted and have a prescription written out. Like they say on Mythbusters: "It's safer that way."
I tried finding out some information about these contacts on line, but I couldn't. This is getting less and less comfortable. Please be careful about ordering these contact lenses. You don't want to hurt your eyes, do you?

heidi · #11 (**permalink**) 06-02-2010, 02:37 AM

ummmm its ok that they are not perscription, its not dangerous or anything, i know cuz i have been wearing Color Contact Lenses for 2 yrs straight n i have no problems at all. you just have to not be a retard and clean them good n dont wear them for too long.

i have ordered contacts from asian stores, theyre ok :/ the only thing i hate is that they take forever to deliver. you have to be patient [which im not]. theres also US based circle lens stores such as tokioshine.com

Delta88 · #12 (**permalink**) 06-03-2010, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by heidi

ummmm its ok that they are not perscription, its not dangerous or anything, i know cuz i have been wearing color contact lenses for 2 yrs straight n i have no problems at all. you just have to not be a retard and clean them good n dont wear them for too long.

i have ordered contacts from asian stores, theyre ok :/ the only thing i hate is that they take forever to deliver. you have to be patient [which im not]. theres also US based circle lens stores such as tokioshine.com

I don't know where you ordered those contacts from, heidi, but it's my understanding that if you order your contact lenses in the United States and probably Europe, by law you have to have a prescription, even if they're colored contacts that don't correct your vision. Even then you have to know the right base curve and diameter. I hope no one is selling you random contact lenses without a prescription.

You say you have been wearing your contacts without a prescription "for 2 yrs straight n . . . have no problems at all." Have you seen an eye doctor in that time to make sure you're not having any problems? I don't mean to scare you, but there's a very nasty condition known as neovascularization that quite often happens without any symptoms at all, but can be very serious.

I hope you're okay heidi, and I hope you're going to be more careful wearing contact lenses from now on.

heidi · #13 (**permalink**) 06-04-2010, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Delta88

I don't know where you ordered those contacts from, heidi, but it's my understanding that if you order your contact lenses in the United States and probably Europe, by law you have to have a prescription, even if they're colored contacts that don't correct your vision. Even then you have to know the right base curve and diameter. I hope no one is selling you random contact lenses without a prescription.

You say you have been wearing your contacts without a prescription "for 2 yrs straight n . . . have no problems at all." Have you seen an eye doctor in that time to make sure you're not having any problems? I don't mean to scare you, but there's a very nasty condition known as neovascularization that quite often happens without any symptoms at all, but can be very serious.

I hope you're okay heidi, and I hope you're going to be more careful wearing contact lenses from now on.

im not an idiot.
i go to the doctor every year because ever since i was 11yrs old i have been wearing contact lenses [color for two yrs now] and yes many retailers in the US sell non perscription lenses without a doctors note. from theatrical lenses to regular color lenses. its not illegal, they even sell them at kiosks in the mall. i could call 1800contacts right now and order a pair on plano color contacts. As for the BC n diameter, i know my own bc and most lenses come in 8.6, im an 8.4 and i know the consequences of that {loose fit=moving around the eye too much n in some cases it irritates or makes tiny scratches in the eye/eyelid which can lead to infection when lenses are worn for prolonged periods of time and arent cleaned properly}
The manufacturers also have to get approved for fit, material, and sterilizaton, {or else they would be shut down}. just because theyre made in korea doesnt mean that theyre made in some shitty warehouse where they dont know what theyre doing {IMO theyre wayyyy more comfortable and well made than freshlooks}. if they did, then a ridiculous amount of people would have eye problems in asia because circle lenses are extremely popular.

and how the fuck do i show signs of carelessness about my eyes that you have to tell me to be more careful?

heidi · #14 (**permalink**) 06-04-2010, 06:38 AM

as for neovascularization, every two weeks i take a break from color contacts and wear Acuvue oasis for one week which are more permeable so my eyes can breathe

VAB · #15 (**permalink**) 06-04-2010, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by heidi

im not an idiot.
i go to the doctor every year because ever since i was 11yrs old i have been wearing contact lenses [color for two yrs now] and yes many retailers in the US sell non perscription lenses without a doctors note. from theatrical lenses to regular color lenses. its not illegal, they even sell them at kiosks in the mall. i could call 1800contacts right now and order a pair on plano color contacts. As for the BC n diameter, i know my own bc and most lenses come in 8.6, im an 8.4 and i know the consequences of that {loose fit=moving around the eye too much n in some cases it irritates or makes tiny scratches in the eye/eyelid which can lead to infection when lenses are worn for prolonged periods of time and arent cleaned properly}
The manufacturers also have to get approved for fit, material, and sterilizaton, {or else they would be shut down}. just because theyre made in korea doesnt mean that theyre made in some shitty warehouse where they dont know what theyre doing {IMO theyre wayyyy more comfortable and well made than freshlooks}. if they did, then a ridiculous amount of people would have eye problems in asia because circle lenses are extremely popular.

and how the fuck do i show signs of carelessness about my eyes that you have to tell me to be more careful?

Wow. That wasn't very nice.

Someone shows a little concern for you and you get all bent out of shape.

We usually try to be polite on this board. If you read Delta 88's post again, it was written with respect and concern. I don't think your response was very respectful.

FirstDown · #16 (**permalink**) 06-04-2010, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by heidi

im not an idiot.
i go to the doctor every year because ever since i was 11yrs old i have been wearing contact lenses [color for two yrs now] and yes many retailers in the US sell non perscription lenses without a doctors note. from theatrical lenses to regular color lenses. its not illegal, they even sell them at kiosks in the mall. i could call 1800contacts right now and order a pair on plano color contacts. As for the BC n diameter, i know my own bc and most lenses come in 8.6, im an 8.4 and i know the consequences of that {loose fit=moving around the eye too much n in some cases it irritates or makes tiny scratches in the eye/eyelid which can lead to infection when lenses are worn for prolonged periods of time and arent cleaned properly}
The manufacturers also have to get approved for fit, material, and sterilizaton, {or else they would be shut down}. just because theyre made in korea doesnt mean that theyre made in some shitty warehouse where they dont know what theyre doing {IMO theyre wayyyy more comfortable and well made than freshlooks}. if they did, then a ridiculous amount of people would have eye problems in asia because circle lenses are extremely popular.

and how the fuck do i show signs of carelessness about my eyes that you have to tell me to be more careful?

Yikes! Calm down!

heidi · #17 (**permalink**) 06-04-2010, 10:49 PM

lol only the last part. i took it as she thought of me as just another girl that is too vain to take care of herself

Hypnoteyes · #18 (**permalink**) 06-07-2010, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by heidi

lol only the last part. i took it as she thought of me as just another girl that is too vain to take care of herself

We love you heidi. We would never say things like that about you.

Would we, Lens 101 Nation?

SunKissedSarah · #19 (**permalink**) 06-13-2010, 06:46 PM

I received the lenses 2 weeks ago and I LOVE THEM! I understand that having a prescription is best, but no US doctor would order these-though thousands over seas and in the US wear them. I figured they'd be okay- and they are. I posted pictures in the Circle Lens Review by Heidi. Take a look and tell us what you think!

Juicer · #20 (**permalink**) 06-14-2010, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

I received the lenses 2 weeks ago and I LOVE THEM! I understand that having a prescription is best, but no US doctor would order these-though thousands over seas and in the US wear them. I figured they'd be okay- and they are. I posted pictures in the Circle Lens Review by Heidi. Take a look and tell us what you think!

Hi Sarah.

I'm glad you like the contact lenses, but like others in this thread, I'm concerned that you didn't need a prescription to get them. It's like buying diet pills from some kid in the school cafeteria.
I did a search for Seeshell EO contacts and none of the sites that sell them look very professional to me. The text has poor grammar and they just have that "homemade" look that's a bit disturbing for selling medical devices like contact lenses.
Have you talked to your eye doctor about these contacts? If you eye doctor looks at them and tells you they're okay to wear, I'll feel a lot better. I'm not trying to be a Captain Bringdown, I just don't want anything to happen to your eyes, okay?

colortime · #21 (**permalink**) 06-14-2010, 11:20 AM

I also looked them up and found out some were going blind from them in asian countries....I would look more into it if I was you.

Delta88 · #22 (**permalink**) 06-14-2010, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by colortime

I also looked them up and found out some were going blind from them in Asian countries....I would look more into it if I was you.

Going blind? Really? Where did you read that?

colortime · #23 (**permalink**) 06-14-2010, 12:22 PM

Here is one bad experience http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2347128/how_circle_lenses_ruined_my_eyes.html?cat=69

I can't find the thread that stated people going blind though but sure enough it has happened...I will look harder latter on, basically it said that less oxygen got into the eye which caused worse vision and in the worst of cases blindness but these were usually fake ones, thing is most sites seem to sell fake ones even if they say they are real.

Imo, better safe then sorry.

Earthshock · #24 (**permalink**) 06-14-2010, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by colortime

Here is one bad experience http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2347128/how_circle_lenses_ruined_my_eyes.html?cat=69

I can't find the thread that stated people going blind though but sure enough it has happened...I will look harder latter on, basically it said that less oxygen got into the eye which caused worse vision and in the worst of cases blindness but these were usually fake ones, thing is most sites seem to sell fake ones even if they say they are real.

Imo, better safe then sorry.

Thanks colortime. I read this article and it was very well-written. It was a first-person account by a girl who bought contact lenses dirt cheap and without a prescription. She didn't use the term "neovascularization" but that's what it sounded like she had.
The author of that article believes that she got some counterfeit contacts, which is possibly why they never asked her for a prescription from her eye doctor. She didn't go blind, nor did she "ruin" her eyes because she said she slowly recovered, but if she really did develop neovascularization, those blood vessels that formed across her cornea will be there forever.
Getting contact lenses is pretty easy, but there is a such thing as too easy.

Bottom line folks, if you're going to buy something that's going to touch your eye, make sure a medical professional is in on the process. Get an exam and a prescription. They're not expensive, and the exam is not painful. Then you can wear your contacts and receive your compliments without that nagging thought in the back of your mind saying "Are these contacts okay? Are they going to hurt my eyes"?
Also, in the event that you do have a problem, you can go to your doctor without worrying about answering awkward questions about where you got the contact lenses.

SunKissedSarah · #25 (**permalink**) 06-14-2010, 09:49 PM

Thank you for your concerns, tho I believe that can happen with any lense. My circle lenses have the same 14.5 diameter as my WildEyes. They also are much more comfortable and don't hamper my vision like Focus Softcolors or Wildeyes. Both which I got from my doctor. Thank you again.

Hottchick · #26 (**permalink**) 06-15-2010, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

Thank you for your concerns, tho I believe that can happen with any lense. My circle lenses have the same 14.5 diameter as my WildEyes. They also are much more comfortable and don't hamper my vision like Focus Softcolors or Wildeyes. Both which I got from my doctor. Thank you again.

I agree. Any lens has the potential for trouble, but when you've got a trained and licensed professional on the job, you're far less likely to have problems. That shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone. What surprises me is how many people are either willing to risk eye injury or don't think it will happen when they take shortcuts.

Like Earthshock said, getting a prescription for contact lenses isn't difficult or expensive to do. Getting contact lenses without a prescription should be impossible, but you've got people out there who only care about taking your money. They don't care if their product hurts your eyes. People like that don't deserve your money. Find someone like Lens.com who cares enough to make sure the contacts they sell you are the best ones for your particular eyes. Don't you think they're worth it?

VAB · #27 (**permalink**) 07-14-2010, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Hottchick

I agree. Any lens has the potential for trouble, but when you've got a trained and licensed professional on the job, you're far less likely to have problems. That shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone. What surprises me is how many people are either willing to risk eye injury or don't think it will happen when they take shortcuts.

Like Earthshock said, getting a prescription for contact lenses isn't difficult or expensive to do. Getting contact lenses without a prescription should be impossible, but you've got people out there who only care about taking your money. They don't care if their product hurts your eyes. People like that don't deserve your money. Find someone like Lens.com who cares enough to make sure the contacts they sell you are the best ones for your particular eyes. Don't you think they're worth it?

Well said, hottchick. If you want to wear contact lenses, that's fine. It's probably a good idea. Just make sure you go about it properly. We're talking about man-made material pressed up against your eyeballs, here. You should make sure you take every precaution because you really don't want to hurt your eyes.

LittleElvis · #28 (**permalink**) 07-16-2010, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

Thank you for your concerns, tho I believe that can happen with any lense. My circle lenses have the same 14.5 diameter as my WildEyes. They also are much more comfortable and don't hamper my vision like Focus Softcolors or Wildeyes. Both which I got from my doctor. Thank you again.

So, SunKissedSarah, you've been warned multiple times by people who say that buying contacts with out a prescription is risky, but like your post said earlier, you did it anyway. How do you feel now? I sure hope nothing bad happens you you since you went against some pretty good advice. Are these contacts really that important to you? If so, why?

loveme · #29 (**permalink**) 07-16-2010, 05:46 PM

I think those Circle lensses got a bad rap, I dont think anything is wrong w them. I dont own them but they have been used in Asia for a long time with no issues. Even Acuvue now has a circle lens called "Acuvue Define one day"!! SO they know its popular. i know people that have been wearing it with no problems at all.

heidi · #30 (**permalink**) 07-16-2010, 11:19 PM

ugh some ppl have really thick skulls.

LittleElvis · #31 (**permalink**) 07-19-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by heidi

ugh some ppl have really thick skulls.

Heidi, be nice. This is supposed to be a friendly site.

John316 · #32 (**permalink**) 07-21-2010, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by loveme

I think those Circle lensses got a bad rap, I dont think anything is wrong w them. I dont own them but they have been used in Asia for a long time with no issues. Even Acuvue now has a circle lens called "Acuvue Define one day"!! SO they know its popular. i know people that have been wearing it with no problems at all.

Hi loveme.

May I ask the obvious question? Why don't you own a pair of circle lenses yourself?

heidi · #33 (**permalink**) 07-21-2010, 06:47 PM

^maybe she has no interest in changing her iris size or hasnt found a lens design she liked....

LittleElvis · #34 (**permalink**) 07-22-2010, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by heidi

^maybe she has no interest in changing her iris size or hasnt found a lens design she liked....

I think what John 316 is saying is that the question is an obvious one, not the answer. If someone comes on this thread and says "I don't think anything is wrong with them. I don't own them but . . . " I think most people are going to wonder why not, don't you?

heidi · #35 (**permalink**) 07-22-2010, 07:01 PM

not really

LittleElvis · #36 (**permalink**) 07-23-2010, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by heidi

not really

Oh . . . well . . . maybe I'm just nosy.

Delta88 · #37 (**permalink**) 08-05-2010, 03:45 PM

Okay, can we wrap this up with a nice shiny bow? Don't buy contact lenses without an eye exam and a prescription, okay? Do we agree that it's too risky to buy contacts from a company who cares so little about your health that they don't bother to check and make sure you've been to the eye doctor?

Earthshock · #38 (**permalink**) 08-06-2010, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Delta88

Okay, can we wrap this up with a nice shiny bow? Don't buy contact lenses without an eye exam and a prescription, okay? Do we agree that it's too risky to buy contacts from a company who cares so little about your health that they don't bother to check and make sure you've been to the eye doctor?

I agree with that statement. How about SunKissedSarah and Heidi?

loveme · #39 (**permalink**) 08-06-2010, 06:47 PM

I just read the thread, in response to <"Why dont i won a Circle lens', is that I dont like them ! Plain and simple! they make ur eyes bigger and I dont want my eyes to look bigger! I want them to look green or hazel and Circle lens is designed to enlarge eyes!
I know tons of women that wear them, mostly Asians that love to get their eye size larger. I already have large eyes. I have not know any of them to have any issues with the lens.

thecurlyfitchic · #40 (**permalink**) 08-06-2010, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by loveme

I just read the thread, in response to <"Why dont i won a Circle lens', is that I dont like them ! Plain and simple! they make ur eyes bigger and I dont want my eyes to look bigger! I want them to look green or hazel and Circle lens is designed to enlarge eyes!
I know tons of women that wear them, mostly Asians that love to get their eye size larger. I already have large eyes. I have not know any of them to have any issues with the lens.

Actually, some circle lenses have the enlarging affect. Not all!! The pair I have is smaller in diameter than the Solotica Natural Mels I have. My circle lenses are 14.0 diameter and the Soloticas are 14.2. Not a huge difference but nevertheless they are smaller. Actually too small for my iris.

But, yes. Most people do get them for the enlarging factor that some lenses offer.

loveme · #41 (**permalink**) 08-06-2010, 09:30 PM

Ah i though they all enlarge the eyes, all the ones I have seen enlarge the eye. Its not an effect I would like with my eye size.

thecurlyfitchic · #42 (**permalink**) 08-08-2010, 03:39 PM

I thought same thing. But, then I found out they range in size. Smallest is 14.0 and the largest I've seen for purchase was 14.8 in diameter. However, I believe a girl in a YouTube vid said she had 15.0. Pretty crazy. I didn't want the enlrgening affect either. I just wanted to try a colored contact that would cost me an arm and a leg when I wasn't sure I would truly wear them. They maybe a half a shade lighter than my normal eye.

They weren't so bad putting them in so I went ahead and got the Soloticas!!

thecurlyfitchic · #43 (**permalink**) 08-08-2010, 03:42 PM

Sorry for any spelling errors. Posting from my phone lol!

loveme · #44 (**permalink**) 08-08-2010, 07:23 PM

Which color Soloticas did u get? Love my Soloticas

Privateyez · #45 (**permalink**) 08-09-2010, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by thecurlyfitchic

I thought same thing. But, then I found out they range in size. Smallest is 14.0 and the largest I've seen for purchase was 14.8 in diameter. However, I believe a girl in a YouTube vid said she had 15.0. Pretty crazy. I didn't want the enlrgening affect either. I just wanted to try a colored contact that would cost me an arm and a leg when I wasn't sure I would truly wear them. They maybe a half a shade lighter than my normal eye.

They weren't so bad putting them in so I went ahead and got the Soloticas!!

Don't you have to buy the diameter that fits you? You can't just throw away the 14.0 and then get a 14.8 to achieve the effect your looking for, can you?

thecurlyfitchic · #46 (**permalink**) 08-09-2010, 03:14 PM

@loveme: I got the Natural Colors Mel. Haven't had a chance to wear them yet. Will post once I do.

@privateyez: Apparently you can since so many people are wearing them. Maybe the question should be, is it wise to wear contacts that aren't the diameter of your prescription!! Go look on YouTube. You will find tons of people wearing. Males and females!!

dontblink · #47 (**permalink**) 08-09-2010, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by thecurlyfitchic

@loveme: I got the Natural Colors Mel. Haven't had a chance to wear them yet. Will post once I do.

@privateyez: Apparently you can since so many people are wearing them. Maybe the question should be, is it wise to wear contacts that aren't the diameter of your prescription!! Go look on YouTube. You will find tons of people wearing. Males and females!!

I always thought it was illegal to buy contact lenses without a prescription. So what happens when you hand your contact lens supplier a prescription where "14.0" is crossed out and "14.8" is scribbled in next to it? Hopefully it will give them pause.

thecurlyfitchic · #48 (**permalink**) 08-10-2010, 05:58 PM

Circle Lenses are only sold in Korea. Which means one can only purchase online. Also, different manufacturers and colors have their own diameter. One can't specify a diameter. For example, a person ordering Tonka Super Yellow Lenses would only be able to order them with 14.5 dia and 8.6 x.b. Because that us all they come in. That is strictly an example. I don't think there is a Tonka manufactuer lol.

Nichobec · #49 (**permalink**) 03-30-2011, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Hypnoteyes

We love you heidi. We would never say things like that about you.

Would we, Lens 101 Nation?

Yes, we love Heidi, but we don't like F-bombs.

jemmaxox · #50 (**permalink**) 04-05-2011, 08:27 AM

geesus! someone tries to contribute to this forum by showing some new contacts that they have purchased and all that is said is negative feedback, a lot of you sound like a bunch of nagging parents!

its a free world, how about just appreciate the pictures and keep you're opinions to yourself. people in Asia have been wearing circle contact lenses since the year 2000, I think that if there were any major problems then they would be more widely addressed in the media and circle lenses would be banned.

I was going to post some pictures of my contacts in this forum but am now hesitant as it seems like this forum is full of really bored people just waiting for someone to say something wrong and have the opportunity to shut them down. Where is the sense of community that forums are supposed to have? this is the most unfriendly forum that i have ever read.

thecure · #51 (**permalink**) 04-05-2011, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jemmaxox

Someone tries to contribute to this forum by showing some new contacts that they have purchased and all that is said is negative feedback, a lot of you sound like a bunch of nagging parents!

its a free world, how about just appreciate the pictures and keep you're opinions to yourself. people in Asia have been wearing circle contact lenses since the year 2000, I think that if there were any major problems then they would be more widely addressed in the media and circle lenses would be banned.

I was going to post some pictures of my contacts in this forum but am now hesitant as it seems like this forum is full of really bored people just waiting for someone to say something wrong and have the opportunity to shut them down. Where is the sense of community that forums are supposed to have? this is the most unfriendly forum that i have ever read.

Hi jemmaxox. That's a catchy name.

I'm sorry you think this forum is unfriendly, usually it's very friendly. The only time it gets unfriendly is when someone posts something dumb, and even then the tone is pretty polite. You don't see many posts here that say "What are you, retarded? Don't do that! I've never heard anything so stupid in my life!" That would be unfriendly. Disagreeing with someone doesn't have to be unfriendly, as long as you're both acting like mature adults.

Think about this, though. If you see someone pick up some gum that had been stuck to the sidewalk and they look like they're about to pop it in their mouth, are you going to say something? If you care about that person, you will.

This forum does not exist so that people can say nothing but "Do whatever you want. I have no opinion on the matter." A forum like that is useless as a tape recorder with your own voice telling you how wonderful and intelligent you are.

If you don't want to know what people think, then don't ask. SunKissedSarah specifically said "let me know your thoughts," and we have.

You said "it's free world." First of all, it's not. We won't get into that. Secondly, since it is a free forum, people are free to say "that's a bad idea." Right?
You're also free to say "lighten up," but we all should have our say, shouldn't we?

jemmaxox · #52 (**permalink**) 04-05-2011, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by thecure

Hi jemmaxox. That's a catchy name.

I'm sorry you think this forum is unfriendly, usually it's very friendly. The only time it gets unfriendly is when someone posts something dumb, and even then the tone is pretty polite. You don't see many posts here that say "What are you, retarded? Don't do that! I've never heard anything so stupid in my life!" That would be unfriendly. Disagreeing with someone doesn't have to be unfriendly, as long as you're both acting like mature adults.

Think about this, though. If you see someone pick up some gum that had been stuck to the sidewalk and they look like they're about to pop it in their mouth, are you going to say something? If you care about that person, you will.

This forum does not exist so that people can say nothing but "Do whatever you want. I have no opinion on the matter." A forum like that is useless as a tape recorder with your own voice telling you how wonderful and intelligent you are.

If you don't want to know what people think, then don't ask. SunKissedSarah specifically said "let me know your thoughts," and we have.

You said "it's free world." First of all, it's not. We won't get into that. Secondly, since it is a free forum, people are free to say "that's a bad idea." Right?
You're also free to say "lighten up," but we all should have our say, shouldn't we?

If I seen somebody about to pick up a piece of gum off the ground I would not stop them, the human mind is complex and enough to make our own decisions. If you seen somebody about to light up a cigarette or eat a fatty cheeseburger would you stop them? because that will do worse for you than gum of the ground or buying perfectly fine contacts without a prescription.

I think that when SunkissedSarah was asking what we thought she was referring to how they looked in the pictures not whether or not they were prescription.

this forum gives me this image:

contact lens police

Walking around the street, sees someone with contact lenses

Do you have a perscription for those contacts? do you? DO YOU!!

haha

Adric · #53 (**permalink**) 04-06-2011, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by jemmaxox

If I seen somebody about to pick up a piece of gum off the ground I would not stop them, the human mind is complex and enough to make our own decisions. If you seen somebody about to light up a cigarette or eat a fatty cheeseburger would you stop them? because that will do worse for you than gum of the ground or buying perfectly fine contacts without a prescription.

I think that when SunkissedSarah was asking what we thought she was referring to how they looked in the pictures not whether or not they were prescription.

this forum gives me this image:

contact lens police

Walking around the street, sees someone with contact lenses

Do you have a prescription for those contacts? do you? DO YOU!!

haha

Hi jemmaxox,

I don't know about you, but if someone were to get hurt after taking my advice in this forum, I'd feel really, really bad. So for me personally, I'd rather be very conservative and say "Don't wear any contact lenses unless you have a prescription for them that was written by an actual eye doctor. Ever." If someone heeds that advice, it would be very difficult for them to hurt themselves.

LOVELYLEELEE · #54 (**permalink**) 08-05-2011, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by jemmaxox

If I seen somebody about to pick up a piece of gum off the ground I would not stop them, the human mind is complex and enough to make our own decisions. If you seen somebody about to light up a cigarette or eat a fatty cheeseburger would you stop them? because that will do worse for you than gum of the ground or buying perfectly fine contacts without a prescription.

I think that when SunkissedSarah was asking what we thought she was referring to how they looked in the pictures not whether or not they were prescription.

this forum gives me this image:

contact lens police

Walking around the street, sees someone with contact lenses

Do you have a perscription for those contacts? do you? DO YOU!!

haha

hahaha No! I don't have!

ICU2 · #55 (**permalink**) 08-05-2011, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by LOVELYLEELEE

hahaha No! I don't have!

You don't have what? A prescription for your contact lenses?

Privateyez · #56 (**permalink**) 08-09-2011, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Adric

Hi jemmaxox,

I don't know about you, but if someone were to get hurt after taking my advice in this forum, I'd feel really, really bad. So for me personally, I'd rather be very conservative and say "Don't wear any contact lenses unless you have a prescription for them that was written by an actual eye doctor. Ever." If someone heeds that advice, it would be very difficult for them to hurt themselves.

You're right, Adric. We here at Lens 101 have a responsibility to the people who visit this site. They trust us to give them accurate information. How can we do otherwise? If I were to come to this site and say that I didn't have a prescription for my contact lenses, I think I would be grateful if someone came along and said "It's illegal to buy contact lenses without a prescription." That's important information!
If I were to respond to them by saying "Don't tell me what to do!" that would be unwise and rather childish, don't you think?

dontblink · #57 (**permalink**) 09-14-2011, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Privateyez

You're right, Adric. We here at Lens 101 have a responsibility to the people who visit this site. They trust us to give them accurate information. How can we do otherwise? If I were to come to this site and say that I didn't have a prescription for my contact lenses, I think I would be grateful if someone came along and said "It's illegal to buy contact lenses without a prescription." That's important information!
If I were to respond to them by saying "Don't tell me what to do!" that would be unwise and rather childish, don't you think?

Exactly, Privateyez. Such an attitude is both unwise and childish. I don't particularly enjoy having someone tell me I'm going about something the wrong way, but I have to admit, it happens so often that I don't have the energy to get annoyed any more.

Railfan · #58 (**permalink**) 09-20-2011, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SunKissedSarah

Thank you for your concerns, tho I believe that can happen with any lense. My circle lenses have the same 14.5 diameter as my WildEyes. They also are much more comfortable and don't hamper my vision like Focus Softcolors or Wildeyes. Both which I got from my doctor. Thank you again.

We've been concerned about you, Sarah. How are you? Are you still wearing those non-prescription lenses?

Cabbage · #59 (**permalink**) 09-27-2011, 04:05 PM

I know my girlfriend wore the same brand of non prescription coloured lenses for about 6 months (not in one go obviously) and whilst she complained of a mild headache a few days after wearing them she was never certain whether it was down to the lenses or not and her vision certainly didn't get any worse in the 6 months...

Cabbage

Eyeofthetiger · #60 (**permalink**) 09-28-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Cabbage

I know my girlfriend wore the same brand of non prescription coloured lenses for about 6 months (not in one go obviously) and whilst she complained of a mild headache a few days after wearing them she was never certain whether it was down to the lenses or not and her vision certainly didn't get any worse in the 6 months...

Cabbage

Has your girlfriend had here eyes examined just to make sure that they weren't damaged during that six month period? I hope her eyes are fine, and I hope she doesn't over wear her contacts again.
My vision isn't very good, and I can't imagine why I'd risk making it worse by wearing contact lenses for too long.

LittleElvis · #61 (**permalink**) 09-28-2011, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Cabbage

I know my girlfriend wore the same brand of non prescription coloured lenses for about 6 months (not in one go obviously) and whilst she complained of a mild headache a few days after wearing them she was never certain whether it was down to the lenses or not and her vision certainly didn't get any worse in the 6 months...

Cabbage

How long was she supposed to have worn them?

babuska2010 · #62 (**permalink**) 10-01-2011, 12:21 PM

wow.. huge eyes..hmm

Cabbage · #63 (**permalink**) 10-01-2011, 07:44 PM

sorry guys I've given you the wrong end of the stick, she didn't keep them in at any one point for too long, I was merely highlighting the fact that she wore non prescription contacts without it making her vision worse over time, someone commented earlier that they thought non prescription contacts were unsafe. Sorry for my confusingness!!

Walkaway · #64 (**permalink**) 10-03-2011, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Cabbage

sorry guys I've given you the wrong end of the stick, she didn't keep them in at any one point for too long, I was merely highlighting the fact that she wore non prescription contacts without it making her vision worse over time, someone commented earlier that they thought non prescription contacts were unsafe. Sorry for my confusingness!!

This is a long thread, so I didn't do a thorough search, but I didn't find the part that said that non-prescription contact lenses aren't safe. I think someone said that they ordered contact lenses without getting a prescription from their doctor first, which can be unsafe. Ideally a company will not sell you contact lenses unless you produce a prescription, but sometimes some of these contact lens sellers just want your money.

Railfan · #65 (**permalink**) 10-03-2011, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Walkaway

This is a long thread, so I didn't do a thorough search, but I didn't find the part that said that non-prescription contact lenses aren't safe. I think someone said that they ordered contact lenses without getting a prescription from their doctor first, which can be unsafe. Ideally a company will not sell you contact lenses unless you produce a prescription, but sometimes some of these contact lens sellers just want your money.

Yup. Don't order contact lenses from any company that isn't interested in seeing you prescription. I'm almost tempted to fill out a mock order and see what they say when I ask "Don't you want to see my prescription?"

Delta88 · #66 (**permalink**) 10-03-2011, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Earthshock

I agree with that statement. How about SunKissedSarah and Heidi?

So much for wrapping this with a "nice shiny bow." That was post #37 where I tried to bring this thing in for a landing. Now here I am adding post #66.

thecure · #67 (**permalink**) 10-12-2011, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Delta88

So much for wrapping this with a "nice shiny bow." That was post #37 where I tried to bring this thing in for a landing. Now here I am adding post #66.

. . . and here I am adding post #67.

dontblink · #68 (**permalink**) 10-13-2011, 09:58 AM

So what have we decided here? Do we at least agree that you shouldn't order color contacts or any other kind of contact lenses unless you have a valid prescription for them? I think that sounds perfectly reasonable and I don't see any good reason why anyone would want to argue about that.

John316 · #69 (**permalink**) 10-27-2011, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by dontblink

So what have we decided here? Do we at least agree that you shouldn't order color contacts or any other kind of contact lenses unless you have a valid prescription for them? I think that sounds perfectly reasonable and I don't see any good reason why anyone would want to argue about that.

Hear, hear, dontblink!