Usually “red eyes” and contact lenses don’t go together. When that happens, it usually means that you’re experiencing irritation in your eyes hence the red eyes. It doesn’t bode well for the health of your eyes especially if the irritation is not taken cared of immediately. However, red eye contact lenses in this context means red colored contacts, either plain or with special artistic designs that are perfect for scaring people on Halloween.
There are a variety of red eye contact lenses to choose from. The plainest design is simply the red ring around the iris (that part of the eye that gives it its color) with a clear space in front of your pupil to allow you to see through the contacts. Variations on the red eye contacts involve striking patterns and designs on the red background. Most of these designs are reminiscent of movie characters, like vampires and wolves that are commonly known for their red eyes. Even the distinctive red eyes of some Japanese anime characters are also replicated and are very popular during costume play events.
Other red eye contacts don’t just cover the pupil but the whole eye as well. These are called sclera contacts because they also cover the sclera (the white part of the eye). Some red eye sclera contacts involve a black background with red designs and patterns. Others involve the reverse, having a red background with black (and other colors) patterns. You may be familiar with the Star Wars’ Sith eyes, Resident Evil’s T-Virus eyes, X-Men’s Phoenix eyes and even Dracula’s red eyes.
Most of these designs are available through online contact lenses retailers and through manufacturers like CooperVision and Ciba Vision who also have their own brands of red eye contact lenses. They may range from as low as $30 to as high as $300 a pair. Be discriminate in your choice because the health of your eyes should be your priority.
You must have a valid contact lens prescription before your buy any contact lenses within the USA.