Trust us, if you’re thinking about switching to contact lenses – you’re not alone. This age-old question doesn’t have a simple answer and really comes down to personal preference. 

Pros of contacts vs glasses

• Contact lenses are the best for pastimes like sports and outdoor activities because they will not fall off
• Contacts mould directly to the shape and curve of your eye giving you a wider field of vision
• Contacts can give you the ability to get creative with your eye colour

Cons of contacts vs glasses

• Contact lenses can be challenging to get into the eye so it will take a lot of practice to get right
• Dry eyes can be one of the unfortunate consequences of contact lenses. The lens can irritate your eyes and dry them out
• Contact lenses require more care and attention than glasses do

Read on in part 2 as we continue to discuss whether you should keep to your glasses or move onto contact lenses.