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Most beauty trends come and go, but a select few — like lipstick and long eyelashes — have stood the test of time and are likely here to stay. In the case of long lashes, mascara is a staple in most makeup bags. But newer alternatives, including eyelash extensions, are being used to help women’sContinue reading “Eyelash extensions: Are they safe?”

Creepy costume lenses might add a spine-tingling thrill to your Halloween costume, but wearing costume contact lenses without a prescription can lead to serious eye infections or permanent vision loss. Decorative lenses are medical devices, not costume jewelry. They must be prescribed and fitted by an eye care professional, just like regular contact lenses. That’s why Optical Solutions andContinue reading “Consult an Eye Care Professional if Your Halloween Costume Includes Scary Eyes”

OK, be honest: Do you ever sleep in your contact lenses? Seriously do not sleep in your contact lenses, people. You’re just asking for trouble. Not a direct quote, btw, but that’s the gist. The American Academy of Ophthalmology is really adamant about it. In an understanding way, but also in a way that wasContinue reading “You Really Shouldn’t Be Sleeping In Your Contacts, Here’s Why”

How quickly they grow! By age 6 months, significant advances have taken place in the vision centers of the brain, allowing your infant to see more distinctly and move his eyes quicker and more accurately to follow moving objects. Visual acuity improves from about 20/400 at birth to approximately 20/25 at 6 months of age.Continue reading “Vision Development: Months 4 To 6”