New Year, Clear Vision: How to Start 2026 With Better Eye Care
The start of a new year has a way of sharpening our focus. Calendars reset, routines feel adjustable, and habits that slipped during the past year suddenly seem fixable. Eye…
Blue Light Glasses and Gaming: What Actually Helps in 2026
Gaming in 2026 looks very different from even a few years ago. Screens are sharper, sessions are longer, and gaming has become more socially and professionally integrated into daily life….
Contacts vs. Glasses: When to Switch — and How to Maximize Comfort with Each
For many people, the choice between contacts and glasses isn’t an either-or proposition. Both types of eyewear have their advantages and drawbacks, and using them interchangeably can give you flexibility,…
First-Time Contact Wearers’ Checklist: Insertion, Removal, and Care (Beginner’s Corner)
Starting contacts is exciting — hello, frames-free vision! — but it also comes with real responsibilities. Contact lenses are regulated medical devices, and healthy habits make the difference between crisp,…
Makeup + Contacts: Smudge-Proof, Eye-Safe Routines for Festive Looks
Wearing contact lenses shouldn’t stop you from going full glam — sparkly lids, bold liner, fluttery lashes, the works. But the closer makeup gets to your eyes, the more important…
The Ultimate LensDirect Christmas Shopping Guide
Practical, thoughtful, and seriously eye‑opening gifts for everyone on your list The holidays sneak up fast. One minute you’re debating Halloween candy, the next you’re staring down a gift list…
Cold & Flu Season Hygiene: 8 Contact Lens Mistakes to Avoid
When cold and flu season hits, your eyes can feel it. Viral illnesses (and many cold medications) throw off your tear film, make your eyes drier, and increase mucus and…
Blurry Contacts? 12 Common Causes — and How to Clear Things Up Fast
Blurry vision while wearing contact lenses can be annoying and concerning. Sometimes the fix is as simple as rinsing the lens; other times it points to dryness, fit issues, or…
Winter Dry Eye + Contacts: 9 Comfort Fixes That Actually Help
Cold air outside and dry, heated air inside make winter one of the toughest seasons for contact lens wearers. Reduced humidity and wind strip moisture from the eyes, and that…
FSA/HSA Countdown: The Smart Way to Use Benefits on Contacts Before December 31 (2025 Guide)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) let you pay for medical expenses with pre‑tax dollars. Contact lenses, solutions, eye exams and prescription eyewear are all eligible, making…