If you’re looking to buy costume contacts, shop our vast selection of FDA-approved novelty contacts, in time for Halloween!
Purchase Questions
- Why do I need a prescription for Halloween contacts lenses?
In the United States, contacts are classified as a medical device (regardless of their power or their use case for the wearer), and so they are subject to regulation that includes a prescription check. Therefore even if you’re looking for cosmetic contacts with no power and for the purpose of 1 or 2 nights at a party, they’re still contacts that fall under this classification. To be fair to the idea behind these regulations, contacts if not properly selected or fitted with guidance from ECP can present serious eye problems, including corneal ulcers and other conditions. It’s a hassle for the casual or cosmetic wearer, but the requirement is there for your own good. Other countries may handle these regulations differently, so the above only applies to the US.
- Are novelty styles – crazy eyes, spooky eyes, cosplay lenses etc, etc FDA-approved?
The answer is, it depends. It depends because some styles of these popular lenses are not approved by the FDA, while others are. The simplest approach is to buy novelty contacts from a reputable seller that will ensure their contacts are approved, or they will be transparent if they are not. Lens.com takes the blanket approach and sells only contacts that are FDA-approved, including our Halloween contacts. So yes, our spooky eyes, zombie eyes, sclera lenses, anime contacts, etc, are all approved by the FDA. These are high quality prescription contacts, hand-designed, come available in a variety of powers.
- What details do I need to share to purchase Halloween or decorative contact lenses?
Regardless of whether you’re getting Plano (non-prescription) contacts, a legitimate contact lens prescription is mandatory for purchase. On Lens.com, you can either upload your prescription or give us your eye care provider’s details, and we’ll confirm your prescription for you.
- I already have a contact prescription. Can I use that for novelty lenses?
No, each contact lens type is distinct. For novelty lenses, including Halloween, Special Effect, FX, or Theatrical ones, you’ll need a fresh prescription.
- Are novelty lenses suitable for everyone?
Unfortunately, not all individuals can comfortably wear contact lenses. If you’ve previously worn typical soft or RGP lenses successfully, chances are you’ll enjoy spooking your buddies with novelty lenses from Lens.com this Halloween.
- When can I expect my decorative contacts from Lens.com?
Opting for standard shipping, your order should reach you in approximately seven to nine business days from when you placed it. We suggest ordering in advance to ensure prompt arrival.
Usage & Features
- What are scleral contacts?
Scleral contacts are unique lenses that cover both the sclera (the white portion of the eye) and the pupil. They can produce some startling effects, such as the all-black look reminiscent of zombie eyes or the all-blue appearance like the Fremen from the film Dune.
- How long can Halloween contact lenses be used?
With the right maintenance and cleaning, Halloween contact lenses can last up to a year. Just ensure you’ve been properly guided by your eye care professional on the correct cleaning and maintenance methods.
Regardless of whether you’re getting Plano (non-prescription) contacts, a legitimate contact lens prescription is mandatory for purchase. On Lens.com, you can either upload your prescription or give us your eye care provider’s details, and we’ll confirm your prescription for you.
- Do Halloween contacts cater to astigmatism?
Regrettably, Halloween contacts don’t come in toric specifications. Nevertheless, most astigmatism sufferers can use Halloween contacts for brief periods, like at a party. Your eye care professional can help decide the best non-toric prescription for clarity.
- Is it safe to drive with novelty contact lenses?
Driving or operating machinery that requires sharp vision isn’t advised while wearing novelty contacts.
- Is it fine to wear glasses over Halloween contacts?
Absolutely! Wearing prescription glasses over Halloween contacts is completely acceptable. These contacts are Plano, meaning they don’t offer any vision correction.
- Can someone with astigmatism wear decorative lenses?
While decorative lenses don’t come in toric versions, many with astigmatism can wear them for short durations, like party events. Consult your optometrist to find the most suitable non-toric prescription. Also, avoid designs that need a specific eye orientation for the desired effect, like the ‘Banshee’ which is vertically aligned. If you have astigmatism, such designs may appear misaligned and more comical than spooky. We suggest a design like ‘Vader’, which doesn’t need alignment, or a scleral lens which stays in place.
- Can I return or exchange my decorative contact lenses?
Cosmetic contact lenses are non-returnable, non-exchangeable, and non-refundable items.
