There is an array of advantages associated with buying your contact lenses online as compared to buying them from a conventional brick and mortar retailer. The biggest advantage is that you get to pick from plenty of choices that are available at your fingertips – this saves you the time and effort that would otherwise be spent walking in and out of shops in pursuit of the perfect pair of contacts. The tips and precautions below will help you make your online purchasing experience an enjoyable one:
First and foremost you need to double check your prescription and ensure its current – meaning that it shouldn’t be older than ten to twelve months. The reason why this is important is because your eyes can develop subtle problems which you may not be aware of.
When it comes to the online world, be prepared to come across all types of charlatans and con-artists who would try to tempt you with competitive prices – these frauds would end up either stealing your money and/or palming you off with inferior quality lenses. The only way to avoid this scenario is for you to make it a rule of thumb to always buy from trusted and tested online retailers who have a secured and verified payment method.
Once the contact lenses are delivered to you make sure you double and triple check the details on the box with your prescription – check the brand, the power, the curves, diameter and the name of the lens. If you have been sent something different from what was ordered then immediately get back to the online retailer and/or reach out to your eye doctor for advice on whether or not the lenses would be good for your eyes. You should never wear a pair of contacts that have not been prescribed to you by your eye doctor.
It’s probably a good idea to do a little research on the online reseller before making the purchase – check buyer reviews, track records, warranty information, return policies, delivery time-lines and freight insurance etc. Once you have narrowed down the very best online retailers (in terms of price and quality) do a quick comparison and proceed with choosing the retailer that suits your needs the best.
Where shopping for contact lenses online has plenty of upsides, the only apparent downside seems to be the fact that you cannot really hold the product in your hands before it is purchased – its not a downside that cannot be overcome with a little visualization. Many of the big online stores provide online customizable dummies that go a long way in making the right aesthetic choice.
Overall, if done correctly and cautiously, online shopping is by far more convenient in terms of time, effort and money.