brand

A brand is the trade name of a manufacturer or producer that develops and sells contact lenses, lens solutions, eye drops or other eye care products. Each brand usually has its own range comprising various product lines, which may differ in terms of material, wearing schedule, water content, oxygen permeability or added technologies.

Well-known brands in the contact lens world include Acuvue, Dailies, Biofinity, Air Optix and Proclear. Each of these brands offers lenses for different wearing needs: daily disposable lenses, monthly lenses, toric lenses for astigmatism or multifocal lenses for presbyopia. There are also various brands of lens solution and eye drops, such as Opti-Free, Biotrue, ReNu and Blink.

The choice of a particular brand depends on your eye characteristics, comfort whilst wearing them, any sensitivities you may have, and personal preference. What works well for one person may not necessarily be the most suitable option for another. Your optician or optometrist can advise you on which brand and product range best suit your eyes.

Differences between brands

Brands use different materials, designs and manufacturing techniques. Some brands focus on high oxygen permeability for long-term comfort, whilst others prioritise extra moisture or UV protection. The shape and surface of the lens can also vary by brand, which affects how the lens sits on your eye and how stable your vision is.

Brands and lens care

As well as contact lenses, many brands also offer lens solution and eye drops. These products are often designed to work with lenses of the same brand, but that doesn’t mean you necessarily have to choose the same brand name. However, it is important that the solution is suitable for your type of lens, for example soft or hard lenses. At SMEYEL , you’ll find lens solutions and lens care products from various brands.

Choosing a brand

It is best to choose a brand in consultation with your optician or optometrist. They can test your eyes, assess your tear film and recommend a brand and product range that suit your situation. Even if you wish to switch brands, it is advisable to discuss this first, as not every brand uses the same fit or power grading.

Brands available at SMEYEL

At SMEYEL , you’ll find a wide range of contact lenses from various brands, for both consumers and opticians. You can choose from daily disposable lenses, monthly lenses, toric lenses and multifocal lenses, depending on what your optician has prescribed.