Contact lenses are a popular alternative to eyeglasses, offering convenience and a wider field of vision. With numerous brands and types available, selecting the right contact lenses can be overwhelming. This guide provides an overview of various contact lens brands, their water content, and insights into how water content affects comfort, along with a decision-making guide and troubleshooting tips for common water content-related issues. Table of Contact Lenses Brands and Their Water Content Brand NameWater Content (%)Dailies Total 133 (core) to 80 (surface)Biomedics 55 Evolution55Dailies AquaComfort Plus69Freshkon Daily 3058Air Optix Plus HydraGlyde33Biofinity48Biotrue ONEday78Clariti 1 Day56Precision 1 Daily51SofLens 5959SofLens 3838.6Air Optix Aqua33Air Optix Night & Day Aqua24Acuvue Oasys 1-Day38Acuvue 1-Day Moist58 Note: Water content percentages are based on available data and may vary slightly depending on specific product variations. How Water…
Malaya Optical Damansara Uptown: Premium Eye Care Services and Designer Eyewear
When it comes to maintaining your vision and choosing the right eyewear, quality and style matter. Malaya Optical Damansara Uptown stands out as a top-tier provider of premium eye care services in the heart of Damansara Uptown. Conveniently located just opposite Starling Mall, in the row of retail shop buildings outside the mall, this trusted optical store offers a perfect blend of convenience, professionalism, and style. With a reputation built on precision and care, this optical store offers more than just basic eye tests; they offer an experience, combining expertise with luxury eyewear brands, all in one place. A Wide Range of Designer Eyewear Brands At Malaya Optical Damansara Uptown, they believe that eyewear should not only serve its functional purpose but also complement your personal style. That’s why they…
Contact Lens Types Explained: Daily, Bi-weekly, Monthly, and Extended Wear
Contact Lens Types Explained: Daily, Bi-weekly, Monthly, and Extended Wear Choosing the right contact lenses can feel like a complicated decision, especially with so many different options available. Whether you're new to wearing contact lenses or considering switching to a different type, understanding the various contact lens types—from daily to monthly and extended wear—is essential for finding the best fit for your lifestyle. In this comprehensive guide, we'll break down the differences between the various contact lenses, their pros and cons, pricing comparisons, and offer a helpful recommendation flowchart to guide your decision. Plus, we’ll discuss how Malaya Optical can help with fitting, eye exams, and care tips for your lenses. Types of Contact Lenses Contact lenses are generally categorized based on how frequently they need to be replaced: daily,…
Prescription Safety Glasses in Malaysia: Complete Buying Guide
Prescription Safety Glasses in Malaysia: Complete Buying Guide When it comes to maintaining eye health and ensuring workplace safety, prescription safety glasses are an essential investment for anyone who requires vision correction and works in environments with potential hazards. Whether you're handling chemicals, working with machinery, or in construction, the right pair of safety glasses can prevent accidents and protect your vision. In this comprehensive guide, we'll cover the industry-specific requirements for safety glasses, popular brands available in Malaysia, pricing, and the ordering process to help you make an informed decision. Why Are Prescription Safety Glasses Important? In many industries, safety glasses are a legal requirement to protect workers from potential eye injuries caused by flying debris, chemicals, intense light, or dust. For individuals who wear prescription glasses, using regular…
Progressive vs. Multifocal Lenses: Which Is Best For You?
Progressive vs. Multifocal Lenses: Which Is Best For You? When it comes to eyewear, one of the most common decisions people face is choosing between progressive lenses and multifocal lenses. Both are designed to help those dealing with presbyopia (the age-related difficulty in focusing on close objects), but they have distinct characteristics and benefits. Understanding the differences can make a big impact on the quality of your vision and comfort, so let’s dive into a detailed comparison. We’ll also share some real-life case studies and a decision-making guide to help you choose the best option for your lifestyle. What Are Progressive Lenses? Progressive lenses are advanced lenses designed for individuals who require correction at various distances. They provide a smooth, continuous transition from near to far vision, making it easy…
Decoding Your Contact Lens Prescription: A Complete Guide to Understanding the Details
Understanding Your Contact Lens Power Prescription When it comes to contact lenses, one of the most crucial factors in ensuring a comfortable and effective fit is understanding your prescription. This includes lenses designed for specific conditions, such as toric lenses for astigmatism. Unlike eyeglasses, which only require a simple SPH (sphere) measurement, a prescription for contact lenses includes additional parameters like BC (base curve), DIA (diameter), CYL (cylinder), and AXIS, each playing a significant role in your eye health and vision clarity. If you’ve ever been confused about these terms, don’t worry — this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about contact lens power and how to read your prescription. contact lenses What is a Contact Lens Prescription? A contact lens prescription is a detailed written…
What Is Astigmatism?
Astigmatism of the eye might be the most misunderstood vision problem. Even the name is challenging to many people, who incorrectly call it “stigmatism.” In Malay, it is often referred to as “silau”. How Does Astigmatism Effect the Eye Like Myopia, which is nearsightedness and farsightedness, astigmatism is a refractive error. To put it simply, astigmatism effects the eyes by making your eye or eyes have problems focusing on lights. It is not an eye health problem but a simple problem with focusing on lights. What is Refractive Error Normally, the cornea and lens are smooth and curved equally in all directions, helping to focus light rays sharply onto the retina at the back of the eye. However, if your cornea or lens has an irregular curvature, light rays aren’t…
ZEISS PHOTOFUSION X BLACK
The all new ZEISS Photofusion X Black is now available and in multiple indexes including 1.74 highest lens index, suitable for high prescription spectacle wearer. On October 2024, we at Malaya Optical were invited to attend the Zeiss Innovation Summit at Le Meridien. They introduced several newly launched products which were very fascinating, one of them being Photofusion X Black. What is Photofusion X? Photofusion X is a photochromic technology that turns clear lens to sunglass-level darkness outdoors. It also comes with built-in blue light and UV protection. As a result, it blocks up to 50% blue light indoors and up to 94% outdoors when fully tinted. Furthermore, a wide range of photochromic lens colours are available for you to match with the frame of your choice. Photofusion X only…
RODENSTOCK MyCon™ Lenses
Rodenstock MyCon™ lenses are designed to correct myopia and manage its progression in children. Myopia often progresses more quickly in children whose parents are nearsighted. If both parents are nearsighted, the risk rises to 35 up to 60%. Today's children are more focused on activities right in front of them. For instance using tablets, computers, or doing homework, rather than spending time outdoors. Conventional single vision lenses can correct myopia, but they do not address its progression. Instead, these lenses often project light behind the retina. This can lead to excessive eye growth in some children and worsen their nearsightedness. NORMAL Lenses MyCon™ lenses With MyCon™ lenses, light is dispersed to strike the peripheral areas in front of the retina rather than behind it. So this helps slow down the…
XIT Eyewear Collection in KL
XIT Eyewear collection designed by the renowned French designer Lionel is now available in Malaya Optical KL. The collection offers a balance of colorful acetate, metal, as well as combination frames. XIT is a French acronym for “Excited.” It was founded in 2012 by Lionel Bellet & Nathalie Bourgitteau-Guiard. XIT Eyewear is a brand that specializes in designing and manufacturing stylish and contemporary frames. Headquartered and handmade in Marseille, France. Known for their innovative designs, they often incorporates unique shapes and modern materials besides vibrant colors into their frames. " My mission is to continue to design and make glasses in the same spirit: beauty (I hope), simplicity (I try), locally manufactured (I insist). " - Lionel Bellet XIT Eyewear Collections "FREAKS" Collection C 100 012 M 109 008 Additionally,…