Air Optix Colors are breathable monthly coloured contact lenses designed to provide a natural-looking aesthetic transformation without compromising on clinical comfort or ocular health. These lenses allow patients to enhance their natural eye colour while enjoying the high oxygen transmissibility typically associated with modern clear silicone hydrogel lenses.
Advanced Breathability and SmartShield Technology
Unlike traditional cosmetic lenses that can sometimes restrict oxygen flow, Air Optix Colors are manufactured from Lotrafilcon B. This advanced silicone hydrogel material allows significantly more oxygen to reach the cornea, supporting whiter, healthier-looking eyes throughout the day. When looking to buy Air Optix Colors online, wearers often prioritize this balance of cosmetic appeal and physiological safety.
To maintain consistent comfort, the lenses feature Alcon’s proprietary SmartShield Technology. This creates a permanent, ultra-thin protective layer on the lens surface that resists the buildup of lipids, proteins, and cosmetic residues. This technology ensures the lens remains smooth and comfortable from day one through to the end of the monthly replacement cycle.
Natural Aesthetic Transformation with 3-in-1 Color Technology
Alcon colored contacts utilize a sophisticated 3-in-1 Color Technology to create a realistic appearance. This system blends three distinct layers of pigment:
- Outer Ring: Defines the iris and adds depth to the gaze.
- Primary Color: Transforms the eye colour with a range of subtle or vibrant shades.
- Inner Ring: Brightens the eye and adds a naturalistic highlight.
This layering allows the lenses to integrate seamlessly with the wearer's natural iris pattern, making them an excellent choice for those seeking a noticeable but believable change.
Who Should Wear Air Optix Colors?
These coloured contact lenses are suitable for a wide variety of patients, including those who:
- Desire a breathable monthly lens that corrects myopia (short-sightedness) or hyperopia (long-sightedness).
- Want to enhance or change their eye colour with a natural-looking finish.
- Experience discomfort or dryness with older-generation hydrogel cosmetic lenses.
- Prefer the convenience and value of a monthly replacement schedule.
Note: Suitability, fit, and replacement schedules must always be confirmed by your optometrist.
Technical Specifications
- Lens Material: Lotrafilcon B (Silicone Hydrogel)
- Water Content: 33%
- Oxygen Transmissibility (Dk/t): 138
- Base Curve (BC): 8.6
- Diameter (DIA): 14.2 mm
- Replacement Schedule: Monthly
- UV Filter: No
- Manufacturer: Alcon
Common Questions About Air Optix Colors
How do Air Optix Colors compare to the discontinued FreshLook range?
Air Optix Colors is the modern clinical successor to the now-discontinued FreshLook ColorBlends. While both products share the same 3-in-1 Color Technology for a natural look, Air Optix Colors offers a significant upgrade in material. By using silicone hydrogel rather than traditional hydrogel, these lenses provide up to six times more oxygen to the eye, alongside the added deposit resistance of SmartShield Technology.
Are Air Optix Colors suitable for users with dark eyes?
Yes, Air Optix Colors are designed to provide effective colour transformation for both light and dark eyes. The pigment density within the 3-in-1 layers is sufficient to mask darker natural iris tones, allowing for a visible change while the blending technology ensures the transition looks authentic.
What is the recommended cleaning routine for Air Optix Colors?
To maintain hygiene and comfort, Air Optix Colors must be removed nightly and cleaned with a high-quality solution. Optifree Pure Moist is often recommended by optometrists to effectively remove debris and cosmetics. After cleaning, the lenses should be stored in a fresh Lens Case with multi-purpose solution for at least six hours.
