As long as color contacts come from a licensed optical outlet, they should be more than safe. But there are things you can do to improve the security of using color contact lenses:

• Make sure the color contact lenses you order follow the prescription the doctor has given you. A blue color contact might make you look like a movie star, but what's the point if you can't see?
• Be certain the contact lens you choose is created using the style your eye is used to. If your doctor has suggested soft lenses for your case, make sure your color contact lens is also a soft contact. Don't try to change what your doctor has ordered just for the sake of changing your eye color.
• Make certain you care for color lenses just like you would your regular lenses. This is important to reduce the risk of eye infections and other complications. There's no reason to throw routine out the window.
• If possible, order your color lenses through your doctor. That way you will be ensured a lens that he or she recommends. Some eye doctors will assist in this method.
• Make sure vision isn't impacted by the lens. Good color contact lenses won't impact your vision negatively. It also should not block vision or make it look hazed over.

If you're sure you have a color contact lens company that's reputable and will follow your doctor's prescription advice, you'll find the choices for these lenses are amazing. The styles of color lenses available include:

• Color enhancers. These work with regular eye color to make it richer and more deep. A person with light blue eyes can have darker eyes thanks to these lenses.
• Color changers. There are specially designed contact lenses that work with darker eyes to block the initial color and let a new one shine through. These tend to offer richer, deeper colors in the different shades since the background will be deeper.
• Specialty lenses. These are color lenses meant for special effects. With offerings that range from alien to shamrocks, you'll find there are a lot of choices on the market. Since these are novelty contact lenses, be particularly careful to ensure they are also safe for your eyes and don't impact your vision negatively. They can, however, be a whole lot of fun for Halloween or even theatrical productions.

Color contact lenses give you the freedom to change your look on a dime. Go from brown to blue or hazel to purple instantly. You can even go for something more dramatic thanks to specialty color contact lenses. Just make sure whatever you choose is considered safe and follows your prescription. If possible, order them through your doctor's office to ensure the color contact lenses come from a company that's reputable.