UV blocking contact lenses can add helpful protection, but it is good to know where that protection starts and ends. These lenses can support outdoor eye protection, but they should still be part of a bigger sun-safety routine.
What UV Blocking Contacts Can Do
- They can help block a portion of UV radiation that reaches the part of the eye covered by the contact lens.
- They can be useful for outdoor routines like walking, driving, sports, errands, and travel.
- They can give contact lens wearers added protection while still correcting vision.
- They can be a smart option to discuss with your eye doctor if you spend a lot of time in bright sunlight.
What UV Blocking Contacts Cannot Do
- They cannot cover the entire eye, eyelids, or the skin around your eyes.
- They cannot replace UV-blocking sunglasses, especially during long outdoor exposure.
- They cannot protect your eyes from wind, dust, glare, or reflected light the way wraparound sunglasses can.
- They cannot make every outdoor setting safer on their own, so hats and sunglasses still matter.
Best UV Blocking Contacts From ACUVUE
Within the ACUVUE family, the ACUVUE OASYS lenses lineup have the highest UV-blocking classification available, but there are still some other ACUVUE options that add UV protection in a daily or monthly format. Check out some of ACUVUE's best options before choosing the one that fits your eyes best.
1-Day Acuvue Moist
1-Day Acuvue Moist is a daily disposable lens made with etafilcon A material and LACREON Technology. Its UV blocker helps block about 97% of UVB rays and 82% of UVA rays, making it a simple option for wearers who want fresh lenses every day with built-in UV protection.
Acuvue Oasys
Acuvue Oasys is a reusable silicone hydrogel lens made with senofilcon A material and HYDRACLEAR PLUS Technology. It blocks more than 99.9% of UVB rays and about 96% of UVA rays, which puts it among ACUVUE's stronger UV-blocking options for regular wearers.
Acuvue Oasys 1-Day
Acuvue Oasys 1-Day is a daily disposable silicone hydrogel lens made with senofilcon A material and HydraLuxe Technology. It blocks more than 99.9% of UVB rays and 96% of UVA rays, so it can be a strong pick if you want daily convenience with a high level of UV blocking.
Acuvue Vita
Acuvue Vita is a monthly silicone hydrogel lens made with senofilcon C material and HydraMax Technology. It blocks more than 99% of UVB rays and more than 93% of UVA rays, making it worth comparing if you prefer a monthly replacement schedule.
1-Day Acuvue Moist Multifocal
1-Day Acuvue Moist Multifocal is a daily disposable lens for presbyopia made with etafilcon A material, LACREON Technology, and a multifocal design. It blocks about 97% of UVB rays and 82% of UVA rays while helping support near, intermediate, and distance vision in one lens.
