Is it harmful to where contact lenses when tanning indoors?
Even though there exists no known reason why contact lenses may not be worn while tanning indoors, we highly recommend removing contact lenses prior to tanning. When the eyes are kept closed and proper protective eyewear is worn, it is impossible for UV light to penetrate to the eye or lens. However, the heat generated by indoor tanning equipment could cause the eye to dry a bit, thereby making the lens uncomfortable. Just as one should moisturize the skin after tanning, contact lens wearers should also use the eyedroppers recommended by his/her optometrist. There is no evidence which indicates the heat buildup in indoor tanning equipment will cause contact lenses to melt.
A. Even though there exists no known reason why contact lenses may not be worn while tanning indoors, we highly recommend removing contact lenses prior to tanning. When the eyes are kept closed and proper protective eyewear is worn, it is impossible for UV light to penetrate to the eye or lens. However, the heat generated by indoor tanning equipment could cause the eye to dry a bit, thereby making the lens uncomfortable. Just as one should moisturize the skin after tanning, contact lens wearers should also use the eyedroppers recommended by his/her optometrist. There is no evidence which indicates the heat buildup in indoor tanning equipment will cause contact lenses to melt.
