Choosing the Right Color for Contact Lenses

By Aimee Surtenich

The contact lens color that will suit you best depends on numerous factors, such as your

hair color and skin tone. But, ultimately, it depends on the kind of look you want to

achieve — subtle and natural-looking or dramatic and daring.

Color contacts for light eyes. If you want to change your appearance but in a more

subtle way, you may want to choose an enhancement tint that defines the edges of your

iris and deepens your natural color.

And if you want to experiment with a different eye color while still looking natural, you might choose contact lenses in gray or green, for example, if your natural eye color is blue.

If you're after a dramatic new look that everyone notices immediately, those with naturally light-colored eyes and a cool complexion with blue-red undertones might choose a warm-toned contact lens such as light brown.

Color contacts for dark eyes. Opaque colored tints are the best choice if you have dark eyes. For a natural-looking change, try a lighter honey brown or hazel colored lens.

But if you really want to stand out from the crowd, opt for contact lenses in vivid colors, such as blue, green or violet. And if your skin is dark, bright-colored lenses can create a show-stopping new look.

But before you choose colored contacts, be mindful of these key factors:

Although there are different-sized lenses to fit most wearers, there will be some

occasions (such as during blinking) where the colored portion may slide somewhat over

the pupil. This creates a less-than-natural appearance, particularly when wearing

opaque color contacts.

Also, the size of your pupil is constantly changing to accommodate varying light

conditions — so sometimes, like at night, your pupil may be larger than the clear center

of the lens. In these instances, your vision may be affected slightly.

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