A radical change for your eyes - Special Effects Lenses

Have you ever wondered how they changed the eyes of Darth Maul in Star Wars or how they made those Vampire eyes look so real on the big screen? The answer is Special Effects Lenses, contact lenses that are custom-made for theatrical films in Hollywood. Did you know that you as an individual can also purchase those sets of eyes?

Yes, these special effects lenses are available in plano (no prescription) or with prescription powers. You still need to visit an eye doctor and get an eye exam because these special effects contact lenses are still considered medical devices and can’t be issued without prescription. You also need to take care of them properly – cleaning, storing and not sharing with other individuals because this practice can transmit bacteria that cause eye infection and even blindness. Make sure that your hands are clean whenever you handle them.

These special effects lenses are a great idea to boost your costumes for Halloween or even just to radically change your eyes for a special occasion. Many different designs are available and they even accept custom-made orders if you fancy designing your own. The key to selecting your preferred store is to make sure that they’re FDA-approved, will not release contact lenses without a valid prescription and the contact lenses themselves come in sterile packaging. Sometimes, even though they’re FDA-approved some of these special effects lenses may become uncomfortable to the eyes especially if you’re not accustomed to wearing contact lenses. The Scleral lenses may take some getting used to because they are large diameter contact lenses that cover almost all of your eyes. Some of these (those that cover the pupil) also block your vision so extra care must be taken when using them. Some like the Rave lenses glow in the dark and come in pink, yellow and green colors.

Additional costs are required if you wish to add astigmatism correction to the lenses too.