Reviews about Misc. Vision Care

elizabethmaries says "This stuff makes my eyes blurry." about Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel

elizabethmaries — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:20:27 GMT

Genteal lubricant eye gel is not what I thought it would be. I do have very dry eyes, and I thought I would give this a try. First of all, it burned badly. Secondly, it gave me blurry vision. I was not happy with this product. A doctor recommended it to me, and I thought I would give it a try. DUH>>>>>>never again! To be fair, I tried using it a few times. It didn't get any better. The gel is thick and not easy to get out of the tube. IF the gel reaches your eyes (mine landed on my face a few times) it makes you feel like you have something blurring your vision. It felt as though someone squeezed lemon juice in my eyes. Ouch! I wouldn't recommend this product. I know there are other brands of dry-eye relief out there. This one just doesn't cut it for me. I don't need burning eyes, blurry vision, or the expense of this gel. There are other drops that are cheaper and get the job done!

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BUStudent says "I love it! It keeps contacts clean and comfortable for longer." about Ciba Vision Clear Care Contact Solution

BUStudent — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:09:37 GMT

I like the Clear Care contact products. I used to use the kind my eye doctor gave me until my fiance recommended this one. It can be a little pricey, but you can save some of the fluid by not rinsing the contacts before storing them in the case (which is always included in the new box of fluid). I never rinse them, and my fiance always rinses his, and we don't seem to have any differences.

From the first time I used this I could feel how much cleaner my contacts felt when I put them in. The product doesn't really have any benefits besides cleaning, but it does the cleaning really well. The con of this product is that if you get it in your eyes before it has completed its transformation into saline it will sting really really really bad. The solution is just to put the lenses back in the container and rinse with a different saline. I always keep some on hand. I usually have no problem with the contacts burning, it happens less than once a month.

Use this, it is great! I...

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Captainbob says "Horrible Customer service and glasses that don't work" about For Eyes Optical Eyeglasses and Other Vision Care

Captainbob — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:33:28 GMT

I went to For Eyes for the first time a couple of weeks ago. The first pair of glasses with progressive lenses that they made for me, were blurry in the right eye unless I turned my head to the right about 10 degrees, then the left eye was blurry. They bent the frames trying to get them to work, and they never did. They made two more pairs and had the optometrist redo the eye exam. The second eye exam had a different presription than the first one. Each pair of glasses resulted in blurry distance vision, which was nowhere near as good as my 3 year old pair of Len Crafters glasses.

Each time they sent the order to the lab, they used different measurments. The lab seemed incapable of getting the lens lined up properly in the frames The lens were either too high, too low, or off center from each other.

I finally gave up and asked for a refund. I think they have some real problems with their lab and their customwer service is very sub par. I would recommend staying away from this company....

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suel941 says "Vision House Has the Best Specs in Town!" about For Eyes Optical Vision Care at Harvard Square

suel941 — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 02:57:32 GMT

If you're like me, if you have to wear glasses then you may as well wear them in style! So where do you go to get the best looking specs in town? Why , Vision House of Course! Here are just a few of the name brands they carry: Oakley, Kata, Autoflex, Paul Smith, mateo, amd Ralph Lauren Polo!

Save 100.00 now with a coupon you can instantly print out . Just visit their website and print out the coupon. Bring it in and save $100.00 on any pair of glasses. t just doesn'tt get any better than that! But hurry-offer ends December 31st!

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blindeyes says "This is my first time to go there, but also the last time." about Lenscrafters Store

blindeyes — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:09:11 GMT

Today I went to lenscrafters for the first time to take my eye exam. Before going, I made a good search of reviews about lenscrafters, which of most are negative. So I've decided not to have my new glasses in there. The reason I went there to take eye exam is because my insurance cover the cost there, which it's hard to find other place would cover it. Anyway, I went there on time, wait for a while, a lady came to service me, made me fill out some forms. Then I was asked to wait again for 10 mins. Another lady came to lead me to the exam room. Because I am a full-time mom, I have to bring my baby with me. There were three machines line up on desks inside the room. For instinct, I pushed my stroller (with my baby sitting in it) inside the room, cause I couldn't leave my baby outside the room. However, after I had taken a great effort to push the stroller in, that lady suggested I might leave my baby at the door. During the tests, she just asked me to do this or that, without any explaination....

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this2shallpass19 says "Perfect kit for contact lens wearers that travel!" about Bausch & Lomb ReNu MultiPlus Multi-Purpose Solution Home & Travel Pack

this2shallpass19 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:10:10 GMT

Being a contact lens wearer can be a pain in the butt when traveling. I can't stand having to pack my full-size bottle of contact lens solution, so when I saw Bausch & Lomb ReNu MultiPlus Multi-Purpose Solution Home & Travel Pack, I had to have it. It has everything you need for cleaning and storing your contact lenses either at home or while you are traveling.

The Bausch & Lomb ReNu MulitPlus Multi-Purpose Solution Home & Travel Pack includes the following six products:

Full-size 12 oz. bottle of ReNu MultiPlus Multi-Purpose Solution
Travel-size 2 oz. bottle of ReNu MultiPlus Multi-Purpose Solution
3 ml bottle of ReNu MultiPlus Lubricating & Rewetting Drops
(2) ReNu lens cases
Travel pouch

The travel pouch is big enough to hold the 2 oz. bottle of lens solution, Lubricating & Rewetting Drops and a lens case. It is perfect for your carry-on luggage since it is small and meets the size restrictions that airports have for liquid items.

My husband and I often go on small weekend getaways...

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krismom says "Clear care = not worth the risk! Suffering from a chemical burn." about Ciba Vision Clear Care Contact Solution

krismom — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:54:39 GMT

As someone who is still recovering from a chemical burn suffered from this product (2 days ago), I will never buy it again, even if it's on sale (like it was when I bought it).

The 6 hour neutralization time is a big obstacle to me, especially as I often need to have a little sleep in the middle of the day and take my contacts out for a couple of hours. I've been trying to make do and keep the neutralized solution around in the mornings instead of discarding it and using *it* to do any rinsing or short-term storage.

But of course, being disabled and on medication that makes me groggy and not as sharp as usual, the inevitable happened and I forgot to use the leftover solution and used fresh solution instead.

I went through the treatment recommended by poison control (15 minutes of eye rinsing) but my eye is still hurting and recovering even 2 days after the fact. :(

As such, I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone who :

- is a long-time contact lens wearer (from the days when disinfectant...

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dispatchergurl says "Works well if you have sensitive eyes." about Ciba Vision Clear Care Contact Solution

dispatchergurl — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:31:38 GMT

I bought this product when I was having issues with my contacts. It is awesome. You put your contacts in an upright case that encloses each lens but has holes so all sides of the contacts are disinfected. You have to let them set for at least 6 hours and if you bump the case and it falls over, you have to wait another 6 hours because the solution is reactivated. Trust me I learned the hard way that it HURTS if you put them in your eyes before the time is up - your eye will burn and you will have to remove your contact and deal with bright red eye. It's definately pricy,but well worth it if you truly want your lenses clean. I still buy store brand saline solution to use to rinse them off and if I have dry eyes, but its cheap to buy the store brand, so I find using both works well.

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khouser55 says "Best cleaner - just don't forget to follow instructions!" about Ciba Vision Clear Care Contact Solution

khouser55 — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:37:32 GMT

I was recommended this Clear Care Contact Solution when I was having trouble with my contact lenses being extremely uncomfortable and it definitely helped.

However, a caution to read instructions and follow the red box instructions on this product. I did not (how I missed it I'm not sure, because its pretty obvious and they make it very clear) and tried using this cleaner like regular contact solution, so after washing my lenses in it I put them directly into my eye. It burned pretty bad and hurt like the devil. That's when I saw that you're not supposed to put it in your eye until you wash it with other fluids first, and you're only supposed to use it with the lens case it comes with. Just a caution so this doesn't happen to others.

Once I got past that mistake, I found this solution did make a difference. What's more, my husband now uses it regularly and will never go back to his old kind. It's easy to use and seems to make the contact lenses a lot more comfortable to wear. ...

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minuitfleur says "Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel is a good product." about Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel

minuitfleur — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:29:22 GMT

Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel is very good to use on my dry eyes. I get dry eyes frequently from using my contact lenses, and sometimes overuse, so I would simply place a couple drops of Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel into my eyes, and voila!!! MY dry eyes are gone.

This product can be found almost everywhere, from mass retailers such as Kmart, Target, or Walmart, and pharmacy stores, such as CVS, Walgreens, or Rite-Aid.

The bottle is easy to use and easy to squeeze drops out. Usually, some bottles are very hard to squeeze, especially when you'ore holding it right on top of your eye.

The directions on the carton/bottle are very direct, and I would deinfately recommend this product, Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel, to anyone who sufferes from dry eyes, as they do offer a very huge dry eye relief. Horray for no more dry, itchy, scratcy eyes thanks to Genteal Lubricant Eye Gel! I'm so happy that this product existed, and it rocks!

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mmawcp says "Refresh offers fast relief for dry eyes." about Allergan Refresh Liquigel Eye Drops

mmawcp — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 04:57:53 GMT

After undergoing Lasic eye surgery I developed severe dry eyes, a new problem for me. My doctor recommended Refresh and offered me a sample to try following my surgery. It provided immediate relief and I have been using it ever since. The formula is thicker than competitors and long lasting. Upon application I found it cool and soothing after just a couple drops. The best part is that it causes only about half a second of blurriness after applying, allowing clear vision instantaneously. I have not experienced any stinging or burning while using Refresh. The fact that it takes only a small drop or two because it is so effective, means that I use less so that one bottle is lasting for several months. I have urged family and friends who experience dry eyes due to various reasons including allergies to give Refresh a try and no one has been dissappointed. I will use Refresh for life. I also like that it is a liquid and not a cream, making application much cleaner.

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raengler says "Your just as good or better off with a standard cotton cloth" about For Eyes Optical Micro Fiber Zig Zag Cloth

raengler — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:16:58 GMT

Welcome to the wonderfull world of optical sales. The micro fiber cloth is supposed to help you take care of your glasses. I'm not saying that it doesn't work but there are a few things you want to know about.

First: No matter what you always clean your glasses wet. It's best to let them drip so the dust particles will fall off.

Second: If you use a micro fiber cloth, when you wash them, do not use fabric softener. It will smudge your glasses.

Third: Do not use any harsh abrasive cleaners like Windex on your glasses. Windex has ammonia and you do not want that on your glasses.Now you might ask "Why does this guy talk like he knows what he's talking about?" Well, because I do. I'm an 11 year veteran in the field of optics. It's what I do for a living. Micro fiber cloths can make your life alittle easier, but in the end all they really are is a marketing stratagist's way of trying to sell you something.

All you really need if you can't find anyting else is a cotton cloth and water.

Also...

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mtcarter says "Great item to carry in your purse" about Bausch & Lomb Bausch and Lomb ReNu Multiplus Lubricating and Rewetting Drops

mtcarter — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:34:21 GMT

Recently purchased the Bausch and Lomb ReNu Multiplus Lubricating and Rewetting drops. The rewetting drops have been a real life saver. The 0.27 fluid oz. conveniently fits into your purse so that you never have to be caught with dry eyes again! There have been many occassions while sitting at work that my eyes have been so dry that they felt like there was paper plates in them. I was so glad to be able to reach into my purse and grab my bottle of Baush and Lomb Multiplus Rewetting Drops to rescue me from such discomfort. The drops are a little thicker than just plain saline solution, which helps to keep my eyes moist for a longer period of time. I find the price to be reasonable, and have no trouble finding it in any pharmacy or grocery store. I would definitelty recommend this product to all contact wearers out there. It is convenient, effective and well worth your money. Best of all, it keeps me from having dry eyes.

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mtcarter says "Great deal for the money!" about equate Muti Purpose solution

mtcarter — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:26:13 GMT

I recently purchased Equate sterile multi purpose saline solution- no rub version. I am very pleased with both the quality of this saline solution as well as the price. The bottle is sturdy enough to carry in my purse, and comes in a size that is convenient to carry with me in the event of the every dreaded contact lens emergency. In the past I bought the high priced name brands of saline solution and have seen no difference between them and the Equate brand of sterile multipurpose saline solution. I have never had a problem with storing my contact lenses in this solution. They are always clean and fresh when I go to put them in and they help eliminate any protein that has built up on them. I would definitely recommend this Equate Sterile multip purpose saline solution to those who are on a budget but want quality products. It is well worth the money and is sold at your local Wal Mart.

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donnaseefee says "Clear Care does not irritate my eyes" about Ciba Vision Clear Care

donnaseefee — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:01:09 GMT

Clear Care is the only contact lens solution that does not irritate my eyes. I have been wearing contacts for approximately 25 years and as I got older, I noticed that my eyes were drying out rapidly and that I needed new contacts more often. My eyes itched and were generally irritated on a daily basis. I do not leave my contacts in and remove them nightly. I wanted a solution that would be easy so I began using a multipurpose cleaner and disinfectant all together. It took me quite some time to correlate that this new one-step method was the reason for my eye irritation. I first blamed it on prescription medications and then on fatique and then any other blame I could think of. I'm not sure if someone suggested Clear Care or I just exhausted my options, but I love the way it cleans my contacts every night with a chemical cleansing that removes protein. You can hear it fizzing. I will not buy a double package any more even if this is more cost effective. I like using a new vial with fresh...

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AnnaBanana says "Also helping to let the sun shine in ..." about For Eyes Optical Micro Fiber Zig Zag Cloth

AnnaBanana — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:44:54 GMT

One complication involved with the use of For Eyes Optical Eyeglass Lens Cleaner is that (unless you shell out for the expensive premoistened wipes) the application of this spray product requires the use of a cloth. It was for just such a purpose that a lot of people have invested much thought and effort in the research and development of micro-fiber material - fabric which is woven from fibers which are less than one denier (a measure of linear density) per filament. The woods are full of perfectly good micro-fiber cloths tailored to a whole bouquet of uses but there are probably few which equal For Eyes Optical Micro Fiber Zig Zag Cloth for velvety softness, loft, and absorbency. At $3.99, this is not a cheap item but with a modicum of care, it will last for quite a while and go right on getting its job done ... which is to wipe and polish eyeglass lens (and other delicate surfaces as well).

MY VIEWPOINT:

For Eyes Optical Micro Fiber Zig Zag Cloth is convenient to carry along for...

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AnnaBanana says "Lets the sun shine in!" about For Eyes Optical Eyeglass Lens Cleaner

AnnaBanana — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:46:54 GMT

A few months ago, I reviewed a product called Flents Wipe 'n Clear Premoistened Lens Wipes which at that time were doing a terrific job of cleaning eyeglasses and other things as well. Flents worked well because the formula they were saturated with was composed of three elements: soap, water, and alcohol which caused any residue of the solution to evaporate quickly and without streaking. I thought I would use Flents forever and then ... I assume as an economy measure ... the company that manufactures them started leaving out the alcohol. In case you were wondering if it is a good idea to try to clean glasses with just soap and water, you need contemplate no longer ... such a combination doesn't work at all or not very well. So it was time to switch products again. It was at this point that I recalled the little bottle of For Eyes Optical Eyeglass Lens Cleaner which I had purchased the last time I bought eyeglasses. It had worked pretty well and, as it turns out, this stuff...

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stef42678 says "Great Eye Relief" about Visine A.C. Eye Drops

stef42678 — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 06:56:57 GMT

Fall is here and I love the changing weather, but I hate the dry air and wind, as well as the rains because they can add a lot of irritation to my eyes. When I first tried Visine A.C. Eye Drops, it was like heaven to my eyes because it was instant relief. I wear contacts, so I was happy that this product was really gentle on my eyes and really worked. I wake up a lot of times with red eyes from a restless night sleep, so this is a great product for soothing my redness and making my eyes look opened and refreshed. Sometimes the dry air can cause my eyes to hurt and feel dry too, so this product works well for those who suffer from dry eyes and need some moisture, or those with seasonal allergies. The effects of this solution are long lasting and it is so easy to use. I bought the small bottle for less than $5, and only one or two drops is needed in each eye for a relaxing and soothing effect. The solution adds an immediate relief and the bottle is easy to squeeze so that you...

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compu891 says "Good Products, poor customer service" about For Eyes Optical Eyeglasses and Other Vision Care

compu891 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:14:10 GMT

I have used two different ForEyes locations in my area and experienced the same thing in both locations. The products that they sell, including eyeglasses, frames, sunglasses, etc., are great and made in great quality but all of the customer service I experienced through the staff did not really make my trip worth it and I probably will not be going back.

The optometrist that I saw at both locations seemed pretty knowledgeable and was willing and happy to answer any questions I had. I did feel a little rushed in and out of the office, though. I have had orders lost, messed up, calls not returned, unfriendly staff, and so on.

I do not mind a long wait, but I purposely schedule my appointments on "off" times so I do not have to wait. At one appointment, the girl sat there and ate her sandwich and I had to ask her twice to get my contacts for me. I was just picking up an order! Not even there to see the dr. I don't think I will go back.

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Bryan-Carey says "Visine A.C. Provides Quick Redness Removal" about Visine A.C. Eye Drops

Bryan-Carey — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:34:38 GMT

Many factors can lead to eyes that are red and sore. Lack of sleep, allergies, particles in the air, and other factors can make the eyes look less than attractive. One product that helps to eliminate the problem of red eye is Visine A.C Astringent Redness Reliever Eye Drops.

Eye Care Commentary:

Visine A.C Astringent Redness Reliever Eye Drops is an eye- relief product sold in a small plastic bottle containing either one- half or one ounce. The liquid is clear and it is deposited into the eyes, one or two drops at a time, by leaning the head back and squeezing the bottle to release a couple of drops directly into the affected eye. The drops can be reapplied every four hours as needed. Visine A.C. contains the active ingredients Tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05% (Redness Reliever) and Zinc Sulfate 0.25% (Astringent).

I don't suffer from many health ailments, but I do wear contacts and sometimes my contact lenses (if not as perfectly clean as they should be) will cause irritation in my eyes...

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