Custom Contact Lenses for Halloween
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Custom contact lenses for Halloween add a spectacular twist to an ordinary costume. Consider wearing a pair this Halloween to complement your costume and shock those around you.
About Custom Contact Lenses for Halloween
Once only available for the big screen, custom contacts help create a character and set the stage for a realistic look and mood. They have been used to create vampire eyes in films such as Interview With A Vampire and Twilight. There are custom contacts for just about any character you can dream up.
Today, you are able to purchase custom contact lenses for Halloween or anytime you want a realistic looking costume accessory. They are no longer just available for theatrical or special effect purposes but can be bought by anyone wanting a little something extra.
Custom contacts are unique in that they are often painted by hand and the details are incredible. There is a lot of time involved in creating a pair of custom lenses. If you are planning on wearing a pair for Halloween or your next costume party, be sure to order your custom contacts in advance since most require additional time to be made. If there is a specific date that you need them by give the maker plenty of time to hand-paint them and have them shipped directly to you.
Where To Purchase
Custom contacts can be ordered by your eye care professional. They do require a valid prescription even if you do not need corrective power. If you have a prescription, check out some online sites that have custom lenses.
Lens Solutions
Lens Solutions has a wide collection of custom contact lenses. To purchase lenses, either non-prescription or prescription, you must have a valid prescription. Custom lenses cost anywhere from $79 up to $320. Some custom lenses offered at Lens Solutions include:
- Angelic
- Gargoyle
- Berzerker
- Black Sclera
- Cave Orc
- Blind Eye
Other lens options are Green Dragon, Goblin, Stitches, White Out and Viral.
9mm SFX
9mm SFX has been making custom contact lenses for the movie and entertainment industry since 1994. They now offer these lenses on their website for purchase as well. Artist Kevin Carter has been designing theatrical and therapeutic contact lenses since 1994 and hand-paints all lenses himself. His creations are not cheap but are of a high quality and very realistic. Most lenses cost between $200 and $300. Some creations on the site include:
- Lost Boys
- Vampire Lestat
- Cat Eye
- Cataract
- Ebola
- Jaws
Grimm Brothers Halloween
Grimm Brothers Halloween has custom contacts available on their site. Some custom creations you will find are:
- Inferno
- Dark Side
- Spike
- Troll
- Werewolf
- Medusa
They also have custom contacts in stock that ship within 48 hours of ordering. These lenses include:
- Green or Pink Temptress
- Dark Elf
- Angelic in blue, yellow, or green
- Blind
Vamp Fangs
Vamp Fangs specializes in hand-painted contact lenses. Their lenses are all very realistic and will be sure to complement any costume you decide to wear for Halloween. Some custom choices include:
- Pain
- Imp
- Link
- Mummy
- Magma
- Crow
Vamp Fangs’ hand-painted and custom lenses are made to order especially for you. They are meticulously painted at the time of your order and may take extra time to get done. It is advised to give them plenty of time to get them done. Order them in advance to be sure you get them in time to wear with your costume.
Contact Lens Care
Custom contact lenses are a great addition to your Halloween costume. Even though they may be fun to wear, it is important to care for them properly. Always store your custom lenses in a contact case when not in use and clean them with a solution made for contact lenses. It is important to rinse them before and after using them. Be sure if any irritation occurs to remove your lenses and consult an eye care professional immediately.
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