How long a contact lens lasts depends on the type of lens you have. Some are only to be used for one day, some for a few weeks, some longer. Always follow the directions that come with your lenses.

Never do these four things while traveling with your contacts. Trust me, you won't want these mistakes to ruin your trip.

Contact lenses can make your life a lot easier -- no more glasses to scratch, step on, or lose. But using contacts safely does take some effort. It’s a little too easy to skip cleaning them ...

No matter what causes your contact lens to suddenly become MIA, here’s how to handle the situation like a pro. First, stay calm. Your contact lens can’t go very far.

Contact lens optician Tina Patel from Feel Good Contacts says if you wake with your contacts in, wait before you remove them. She accepts that "sleeping in contact lenses is a common mistake".