Buying online safely

Buying prescription glasses and contact lenses online
How to manage the risks and what to look out for when buying your prescription eyewear online

It’s hard to tell the difference online - know your lenses video
Optometrist Henry Leonard discusses illegal supply of contact lenses in the UK and why we always recommend seeing an eyecare professional
Caring for your eyes

Contact lens advice
Practical advice for soft and rigid lens wearers; members can download patient leaflets and top tips video for use in practice

Sight test explained
Find out why regular sight tests are important in our short animated video and patient leaflet