Another Solotica thread

[Hurricane]

Well I have been searching the internet the past couple of weeks for colored contacts, looking up videos on youtube, etc.. and the ones that I think I want to try are Solotica's. I have a kinda dark green/grey eyes now. The reason I am wanting colored contacts is because I always had a light blueish/grey eyes. But after being on medication for the last 3 years, they changed to the darker color, had some brown spots in them, making them look a darker color..like I said, a type of green/grey now.

So I want to try the Solotica ice contacts. I am worried about them not being comfortable, but still want to give it a shot. I do want to ask though, is it ok to wear during the day? Or too fake looking? What contact would be ok during the day? Only other colored contacts I have tried on were ocean blue enhancer( I'm sure alot would be happy with the result, but it was too much of a darker blue for me..I wanted my eyes lighter again)..and sapphire blue( way too blue, don't want that..I want a light blue/grey type look again). I know I won't get my eyes exactly like they were before, it is hard accepting that but I want to just give them that hint of blue/grey back . So any suggestions? Should I just order the Solotica Ice? I was thinking about NC, because it is most transparent.

I already went to the doc to get an exam, etc....that's where I bought the blue enhancers and tried on sapphire.

Thank you in advance for the replies.

[Guinness]

Originally Posted by Hurricane

Well I have been searching the internet the past couple of weeks for colored contacts, looking up videos on youtube, etc.. and the ones that I think I want to try are Solotica's. I have a kinda dark green/grey eyes now. The reason I am wanting colored contacts is because I always had a light blueish/grey eyes. But after being on medication for the last 3 years, they changed to the darker color, had some brown spots in them, making them look a darker color..like I said, a type of green/grey now.

So I want to try the Solotica ice contacts. I am worried about them not being comfortable, but still want to give it a shot. I do want to ask though, is it ok to wear during the day? Or too fake looking? What contact would be ok during the day? Only other colored contacts I have tried on were ocean blue enhancer( I'm sure alot would be happy with the result, but it was too much of a darker blue for me..I wanted my eyes lighter again)..and sapphire blue( way too blue, don't want that..I want a light blue/grey type look again). I know I won't get my eyes exactly like they were before, it is hard accepting that but I want to just give them that hint of blue/grey back . So any suggestions? Should I just order the Solotica Ice? I was thinking about NC, because it is most transparent.

I already went to the doc to get an exam, etc....that's where I bought the blue enhancers and tried on sapphire.

Thank you in advance for the replies.

What's with all the Solotica threads?

I looked for Solotica Ice contacts, and they look pretty good. The common wisdom on this board is that for the best looking color contacts, go for the Natural Touch Opaque contact lenses in Baby Blue. That's a nice, gray-blue color, but you may not be crazy about the dark "lightning bolts" coming out from the pupils. It's a nice color though.

Here's Lens 101's very own Eltonlani showing off his Natural Touch contacts. What do you think?

[Hurricane]

I saw those as well, IMO they are just a bit too fake. I don't want that dramatic of a difference, just want them a bit lighter than they are now, with a hint of blue/grey back. Not sure if the Ice would be too dramatic on me, but they did send me photos of a girl with basically my type of eyes, with ICE on and they looked good. I'm just asking if there are any other suggestions because I have heard about the solotica's being uncomfortable and drying out quick.

Like I said, I don't need much of a change, but just enough to make people stop asking me why I still look so sick all the time lol. Why I look tired, etc. Since my eyes were bright before, always stood out..and since my injury, taking all of those meds for so long, they have turned a darker color and it does in fact make me look unhealthy for some reason. So I just want to brighten them up again, make them a bit lighter. Nothing fake looking, which is why I am leaning towards the solotica's since they are most natural I heard.

Or will any other contacts look different on my eyes compared to the normal dark eyes? Is there anything besides solotica's that would make my eyes lighter without giving it that dramatic blue look? I know there are some grey contacts out there, but I also want a hint of blue...ICE is the only one I saw so far with that.

[Hurricane]

Another thing, I want a contact that basically blends with my natural eyes, I believe the NT Baby blue covers it completely right? Like it looks the same on everyone's eye, no matter the original color.

[Healinghands2]

Originally Posted by Hurricane

Another thing, I want a contact that basically blends with my natural eyes, I believe the NT Baby blue covers it completely right? Like it looks the same on everyone's eye, no matter the original color.

Hello, Hurricane. Welcome to Lens 101.

I'm not sure how well it works, but the "lightning bolts" that Guinness told you about are supposed to let a little of your natural color show through.

Something else you may want to consider would be Acuvue 2 Colours - Enhancers. As the name implies, Enhancers don't change your eye color to something else, but enhance your own natural color. They've got a Blue or a Green Aqua you might be happy with. Check out this page: http://www.lens.com/contact-lenses/lens388.asp

Best of all, these are only $28 for a box of six lenses.

[Guinness]

Originally Posted by Hurricane

I saw those as well, IMO they are just a bit too fake. I don't want that dramatic of a difference, just want them a bit lighter than they are now, with a hint of blue/grey back. Not sure if the Ice would be too dramatic on me, but they did send me photos of a girl with basically my type of eyes, with ICE on and they looked good. I'm just asking if there are any other suggestions because I have heard about the solotica's being uncomfortable and drying out quick.

Like I said, I don't need much of a change, but just enough to make people stop asking me why I still look so sick all the time lol. Why I look tired, etc. Since my eyes were bright before, always stood out..and since my injury, taking all of those meds for so long, they have turned a darker color and it does in fact make me look unhealthy for some reason. So I just want to brighten them up again, make them a bit lighter. Nothing fake looking, which is why I am leaning towards the solotica's since they are most natural I heard.

Or will any other contacts look different on my eyes compared to the normal dark eyes? Is there anything besides solotica's that would make my eyes lighter without giving it that dramatic blue look? I know there are some grey contacts out there, but I also want a hint of blue...ICE is the only one I saw so far with that.

Yeah, the color is pretty intense, but some people will balk at the bolts.

Tell you what. Do you have a picture of someone (preferably yourself) wearing the Solotica lenses? I read a lot about them here, but I don't see many pictures. From what I've seen so far they look pretty nice.

Show me the Soloticas!

[mcmlxxxvii]

Try the Soloticas in Icemint. It's a blue/grey/green from what I have seen and it blends in with your natural color. I have the NC Mels and I like them. I don't think they are uncomfortable, especially compared to Freshlooks.

[LittleElvis]

Originally Posted by mcmlxxxvii

Try the Soloticas in Icemint. It's a blue/grey/green from what I have seen and it blends in with your natural color. I have the NC Mels and I like them. I don't think they are uncomfortable, especially compared to Freshlooks.

How about some pictures? Can't you hear Tom Cruise yelling at you from this thread?

[mcmlxxxvii]

Pictures of Icemint? I don't have any. There should be pics on google and videos on Youtube.

[Trixie]

It was surprisingly difficult to find this picture with a Google search. There were a lot of pictures of Solotica contact lenses, but not Icemint, for some reason. One picture I found was too big, and then I found this one. Don't ask me why it says "boa" because I don't know.

I think when Little Elvis asked for a picture, he was hoping for a picture of you wearing the Icemint. When I look back at your answer you said "it's a blue/grey/green from what I have seen . . ." That should have given Little Elvis and me a clue that you probably don't wear them yourself, but I guess we missed it.

I used to work in a library back in the day. I was taught that when someone asked me where something was, I should physically walk them over to where I expected to find it. I was told not to just point and say "periodicals are over there." That's why when someone posts a request here to see some pictures of this or that brand of contact lenses I try not to just say "Google it."

[Hurricane]

Just got the NC ice in the mail today, they look decent. Not as good as my eyes used to look but better than anything i've tried on so far. They are a bit big, when i close my eyes they slide a bit and then go back into place. I probably wont wear them often...so i have a question, do you have to change the replenish liquid in the container( where you put the lenses) everyday?

[FantasyEyeland]

Originally Posted by Hurricane

Just got the NC ice in the mail today, they look decent. Not as good as my eyes used to look but better than anything i've tried on so far. They are a bit big, when i close my eyes they slide a bit and then go back into place. I probably wont wear them often...so i have a question, do you have to change the replenish liquid in the container ( where you put the lenses) everyday?

It probably wouldn't be a bad idea.

Sorry to hear that those contacts slide around on you. Are you going to try something else? You probably should, because those slippery lenses will bug you until you find something that fits better.

[Hurricane]

Thanks for the response, I will change it everyday then. Even when I don't wear them.

And no I'm not going to look for anything else, at least not until they come out with something better..they always do eventually. My base curve is around 8.3...that didnt slide on me. Soloticas only come in 8.7.

They do make my eyes a bit lighter of course but I actually like the eyes better without the contacts..not as big looking and just stand out more. With the soloticas its a kind of faded/light look...if you know what I mean.

Is there anything else i need to know? how often should i wear them to eventually get used to them? like an hour for the first couple of days or so? what kind of eye drops should i buy to put it when they get dry? And anything else to make sure they are as clean as possible. I read all of this awhile ago on here, can't find that thread though.

[Kyleden]

Originally Posted by Hurricane

Thanks for the response, I will change it everyday then. Even when I don't wear them.

And no I'm not going to look for anything else, at least not until they come out with something better..they always do eventually. My base curve is around 8.3...that didnt slide on me. Soloticas only come in 8.7.

They do make my eyes a bit lighter of course but I actually like the eyes better without the contacts..not as big looking and just stand out more. With the soloticas its a kind of faded/light look...if you know what I mean.

Is there anything else i need to know? how often should i wear them to eventually get used to them? like an hour for the first couple of days or so? what kind of eye drops should i buy to put it when they get dry? And anything else to make sure they are as clean as possible. I read all of this awhile ago on here, can't find that thread though.

How did you get contact lenses with a base curve of 8.7 when your prescription is for 8.3? No wonder they fit weird. They should have said "Sorry, we can't sell you these contact lenses, we don't have them in your size."

You probably should get a new pair that's the correct base curve. I tried a Google search to find anther brand of contacts that's equivalent to Soloticas, but I couldn't find anything. Don't you hate it when you baffle the Internet?

As for changing the contact lens solution every day, I don't think that's necessary if you don't wear them that often. A better idea would be to change the solution in the lens case each time you wear them. Try this: When you put your contacts in, dump the solution and wash the case, then refill the case when you take the contacts out of your eyes again.

[Guinness]

Originally Posted by Kyleden

How did you get contact lenses with a base curve of 8.7 when your prescription is for 8.3? No wonder they fit weird. They should have said "Sorry, we can't sell you these contact lenses, we don't have them in your size."

You probably should get a new pair that's the correct base curve. I tried a Google search to find anther brand of contacts that's equivalent to Soloticas, but I couldn't find anything. Don't you hate it when you baffle the Internet?

As for changing the contact lens solution every day, I don't think that's necessary if you don't wear them that often. A better idea would be to change the solution in the lens case each time you wear them. Try this: When you put your contacts in, dump the solution and wash the case, then refill the case when you take the contacts out of your eyes again.

Kyleden's right, Hurricane. You should not have been able to fill a prescription that specified a base curve of 8.3 if they didn't have that base curve. Not only that, but your eye doctor should have known that before he or she filled out the prescription, or at least looked it up if there was any uncertainty. This should never have happened.

[Kyleden]

Originally Posted by Guinness

Kyleden's right, Hurricane. You should not have been able to fill a prescription that specified a base curve of 8.3 if that didn't have that base curve. Not only that, but your eye doctor should have known that before he or she filled out the prescription, or at least looked it up if there was any uncertainty. This should never have happened.

I agree with Guinness too. (This could get comical fast. "You're right." "No, you're right." "No, you're right.") You should never have gotten those badly-fitting Solotica lenses. Your eye doctor should have told you that they don't come in your size, or if he or she gave you a prescription for a size that doesn't exist, the company you ordered from should have said something.
If your eye doctor gave you a prescription for an existing Solotica base curve that wouldn't fit you, then I'd definitely seek another doctor. In any case, something went wrong in the quality control process, leaving you with expensive lenses that don't fit.

[Guinness]

Originally Posted by Kyleden

I agree with Guinness too. (This could get comical fast. "You're right." "No, you're right." "No, you're right.") You should never have gotten those badly-fitting Solotica lenses. Your eye doctor should have told you that they don't come in your size, or if he or she gave you a prescription for a size that doesn't exist, the company you ordered from should have said something.
If your eye doctor gave you a prescription for an existing Solotica base curve that wouldn't fit you, then I'd definitely seek another doctor. In any case, something went wrong in the quality control process, leaving you with expensive lenses that don't fit.

Yeah, I think it's time to look for a new eye doctor.

Have you ever tried www.webmd.com?

[thecurlyfitchic]

I'm pretty sure he did not get the Solotica lenses from his eye doctor. They are lenses from Brazil, which are then purchases online. Since they only come in one size you only selesct the color you want along with your actual vision prescription. They dont check with your doctor. The same goes for Adore, Waicon and Magic Top lenses.

Therefore, his eye doctor is not to blame!

[Kyleden]

Originally Posted by thecurlyfitchic

I'm pretty sure he did not get the Solotica lenses from his eye doctor. They are lenses from Brazil, which are then purchases online. Since they only come in one size you only select the color you want along with your actual vision prescription. They dont check with your doctor. The same goes for Adore, Waicon and Magic Top lenses.

Therefore, his eye doctor is not to blame!

No kidding? Solotica lenses only come in one size? They don't call your doctor, either? Even if they only sell one size, should they double-check the prescription with the eye doc who prescribed them?

[thecurlyfitchic]

Originally Posted by Kyleden

No kidding/ Solotica lenses only come in one size? They don't call your doctor, either? Even if they only sell one size, should they double-check the prescription with the eye doc who prescribed them?

Not every country requires a prescription from your doctor. I'm not sure which other country besides the Unites States make it a requirement. Maybe England??

[yournamehere]

Originally Posted by thecurlyfitchic

Not every country requires a prescription from your doctor. I'm not sure which other country besides the Unites States make it a requirement. Maybe England??

Probably. I think it's the US and the UK, and I'm pretty sure Europe requires prescription confirmation.
Where's Knotlob? He can tell is how it is in Germany.

[Knotlob]

Originally Posted by yournamehere

Probably. I think it's the US and the UK, and I'm pretty sure Europe requires prescription confirmation.
Where's Knotlob? He can tell is how it is in Germany.

Hi, I got here as fast as I could .

I have only bought contact lenses from a German Mail Order store once. The website didn't require me to send in my prescription, but just had a disclaimer to the effect that by agreeing to purchase these lenses, I was confirming that I was an experienced and knowledgeable contact lens user. Just protecting themselves.

I have been asked for prescription information from a UK Mail Order website and although I had just had an eye sight check, I didn't have a current written prescription for any contact lenses. I filled in the drop down menu box requirements and ordered the lenses. They duly came without any further requests for my written prescription. So, although they asked, they didn't enforce the prescription requirement.

But that seems to be the way a lot of US Mail Order Contact Lens companies work also. They ask the doctor and if there is no reply, they go ahead and despatch the lenses anyway.

knotlob

[Healinghands2]

Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hi, I got here as fast as I could .

I have only bought contact lenses from a German Mail Order store once. The website didn't require me to send in my prescription, but just had a disclaimer to the effect that by agreeing to purchase these lenses, I was confirming that I was an experienced and knowledgeable contact lens user. Just protecting themselves.

I have been asked for prescription information from a UK Mail Order website and although I had just had an eye sight check, I didn't have a current written prescription for any contact lenses. I filled in the drop down menu box requirements and ordered the lenses. They duly came without any further requests for my written prescription. So, although they asked, they didn't enforce the prescription requirement.

But that seems to be the way a lot of US Mail Order Contact Lens companies work also. They ask the doctor and if there is no reply, they go ahead and dispatch the lenses anyway.

knotlob

Right on cue Knotlob. Nice work.

Thanks for telling us how it is. I'm afraid I don't see the wisdom of sending contact lenses after failing to get confirmation of the prescription. That sounds to me like a small child being punished for doing something wrong and he uses the "You Didn't Tell Me NOT To" defense.
Rather childish, really.

[Trixie]

Originally Posted by Knotlob

Hi, I got here as fast as I could .

I have only bought contact lenses from a German Mail Order store once. The website didn't require me to send in my prescription, but just had a disclaimer to the effect that by agreeing to purchase these lenses, I was confirming that I was an experienced and knowledgeable contact lens user. Just protecting themselves.

I have been asked for prescription information from a UK Mail Order website and although I had just had an eye sight check, I didn't have a current written prescription for any contact lenses. I filled in the drop down menu box requirements and ordered the lenses. They duly came without any further requests for my written prescription. So, although they asked, they didn't enforce the prescription requirement.

But that seems to be the way a lot of US Mail Order Contact Lens companies work also. They ask the doctor and if there is no reply, they go ahead and despatch the lenses anyway.

knotlob

Wow, it only took you about 30 minutes.

Isn't it great to be part of a community where the people "know" each other?

Of course, you're close to the 1,500 post milestone, so everybody knows who you are, or at least recognizes the name.

When ordering contact lenses on line, do most sites require you to fax a copy of your prescription, or can you just give them your doctor's name and phone number? I looked at the order form for Lens.com and it looks like they'll take a faxed prescription, but they'd prefer the doctor's contact information. The site says "While we welcome your fax, since you are reading this online we encourage you to try to complete the order online."

[Knotlob]

Originally Posted by Trixie

When ordering contact lenses on line, do most sites require you to fax a copy of your prescription, or can you just give them your doctor's name and phone number? I looked at the order form for Lens.com and it looks like they'll take a faxed prescription, but they'd prefer the doctor's contact information. The site says "While we welcome your fax, since you are reading this online we encourage you to try to complete the order online."

I think sites vary in their requirements.

The doctor's name and phone number allows them to be proactive and contact the doctor, though more work.

The Fax is usually the legally preferred document for most business transactions (provided it contains a signature). Few take verbal or email instructions. But of course it would be easy enough to forge the Faxed prescription if you so desired.

knotlob

[SteveKemp]

Originally Posted by Knotlob

I think sites vary in their requirements.

The doctor's name and phone number allows them to be proactive and contact the doctor, though more work.

The Fax is usually the legally preferred document for most business transactions (provided it contains a signature). Few take verbal or email instructions. But of course it would be easy enough to forge the Faxed prescription if you so desired.

knotlob

You're probably right, knotlob. I was under the impression that most websites will ask you for your eye doctor's name and phone number, but that would mean that a popular site would have to hire a bunch of people just to make those calls, wouldn't they? Maybe if they have been in the business long enough they'll be able to spot a possible forgery (Perhaps with software assistance.) and only then will they call and confirm.

By the way, congratulations on your 1,500 postings.

[Knotlob]

Originally Posted by SteveKemp

You're probably right, knotlob. I was under the impression that most websites will ask you for your eye doctor's name and phone number, but that would mean that a popular site would have to hire a bunch of people just to make those calls, wouldn't they? Maybe if they have been in the business long enough they'll be able to spot a possible forgery (Perhaps with software assistance.) and only then will they call and confirm.

By the way, congratulations on your 1,500 postings.

Not quite at 1500 but close.

I wonder what the American Law actually says about the confirmation process. Anyone know what is legally required as opposed to normal practice?

knotlob

[babyblues]

Originally Posted by Knotlob

Not quite at 1500 but close.

I wonder what the American Law actually says about the confirmation process. Anyone know what is legally required as opposed to normal practice?

knotlob

It says there by your screen name that you have 1,507 posts as of today.

[Healinghands2]

Originally Posted by Knotlob

Not quite at 1500 but close.

I wonder what the American Law actually says about the confirmation process. Anyone know what is legally required as opposed to normal practice?

knotlob

I tried searching on line, but I couldn't seem to find any good keywords to use on my search. The closest thing I found was a page in the Better Business Bureau that describes some of the legal obligations of those who prescribe contact lenses. Maybe you'll find your answer(s) there.

http://www.bbb.org/us/article/ftc--complying-with-the-contact-lens-rule-4434

[Knotlob]

Originally Posted by Knotlob

Not quite at 1500 but close.

I wonder what the American Law actually says about the confirmation process. Anyone know what is legally required as opposed to normal practice?

knotlob

Here is a link to the relevant part of the US Law _ Fairness to Contact Lens Consumers Act:

http://business.ftc.gov/documents/bus62-contact-lens-rule-guide-prescribers-and-sellers

knotlob