Affiliation:
1. Bausch Health Ltd
2. SAI FVE NO Center for Continuing Education and Retraining of Healthcare Professionals
Abstract
The article describes the effect of decorative cosmetics on the material of soft contact lenses and studies specific features that can be observed in SCL wearers who use cosmetics extensively. Examples of complications associated with the use of various cosmetic products that may occur in contact lens wearers are given. Conclusion: in cases when patients have complaints about discomfort and dry eyes, doctors should pay attention to the amount of decorative cosmetics used as well as study the effect it can have on the surface of the contact lenses.
Publisher
Academy of Medical Optics and Optometry
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