Simple Process

Ordering contacts has never been this easy — or this affordable.

Three steps stand between you and serious savings on the exact lenses your doctor prescribed.

01

Choose your lenses

Browse our full catalog of top contact lens brands — Acuvue, Dailies, Biofinity, Air Optix, Proclear, SofLens, and more. Find the exact brand, type, and parameters your doctor prescribed. If you're not sure, your prescription slip has everything you need.

Tip: We carry daily, bi-weekly, and monthly lenses in a wide range of prescriptions including toric lenses for astigmatism and multifocal options.

02

Enter your prescription

At checkout, you'll enter your prescription details — sphere, cylinder, axis, base curve, and diameter. These are printed on your contact lens box or your prescription slip from your eye doctor. A valid, unexpired prescription is required by law.

Tip: Not sure where to find your prescription details? They're on the side of your current lens box, or you can call your eye doctor's office — they're required to give it to you.

03

Save and reorder easily

Your prescription is saved securely so reordering takes seconds. No re-entering details, no hassle. Just click, confirm, and your lenses ship straight to your door — at a fraction of what you used to pay.

Tip: Most orders ship within 1–2 business days. Set up auto-reorder reminders so you never run out.

About Prescriptions

What do I need to order?

Contact lens prescriptions are slightly different from glasses prescriptions. Here's what to look for.

OD / OS

Right eye (OD) and left eye (OS) — your prescription may differ for each eye.

Sphere (SPH)

The main correction power. Negative numbers correct nearsightedness, positive for farsightedness.

Cylinder (CYL)

Astigmatism correction. Not everyone has this — it may be blank on your prescription.

Axis

The orientation of astigmatism correction. Only present if you have a CYL value.

Base Curve (BC)

The curvature of the lens — must match your eye for comfort and fit.

Diameter (DIA)

The size of the lens. Typically 14.0–14.5mm for soft contact lenses.

Quick answers

Do I really need a valid prescription?

Yes — it's required by law. Contact lenses are medical devices and can only be sold with a valid, unexpired prescription from a licensed eye care professional.

What if my prescription is expired?

You'll need to visit your eye doctor for an updated exam. Most prescriptions are valid for 1–2 years. Your eye doctor is required to give you a copy of your prescription after your exam.

Are these the exact same lenses I get at my eye doctor?

Yes. We sell the same FDA-approved, name-brand contact lenses — the identical product, just at a much lower price.

How long does shipping take?

Most orders ship within 1–2 business days. Standard shipping typically arrives in 5–7 business days. Expedited options are available at checkout.

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