General FAQs
See our answers to your most frequently asked questions about contact lenses and the TOTAL™ brand below.
TOTAL™ contact lenses require a prescription and can be purchased through your optometrist, online, or other retailers. Don’t have an optometrist? Find one here.
Yes. Alcon offers a FREE* 5-day trial for our DAILIES TOTAL1™ contact lenses and a FREE* 30-day trial for our TOTAL30™ lenses. Click here to find your local optometrist to ask for a free trial and show it to your optician at your next eye exam.
*Eye exam may be required. Professional fees may apply.
We may be biased, but TOTAL™ contact lenses are our favorite contact lens choice for those wanting exceptional comfort. Why, you ask? Because all TOTAL™ contact lenses feature Water Gradient material that provides nearly 100% water at the outermost surface so nothing touches the eye but a gentle cushion of moisture.1-4
TOTAL™ contact lenses are the first and only contact lenses to incorporate Water Gradient material, allowing for nearly 100% water at the outermost surface.1-4** This creates a gentle cushion of moisture to keep your contact lenses comfortable throughout the day.
**Based on in vitro measurements of unworn lenses.
The water content in contact lenses refers to the quantity of H2O in the lens. All TOTAL™ contact lenses feature nearly 100% water at the surface of the lens for exceptional comfort.1-4 Check them out here.
If you’ve ever felt the edges of your contact lenses, you’re not alone. Some people adjust to the feeling over time, while for others it may be a source of contact lens discomfort. We believe that wearing contact lenses should feel seamless. That’s why we’ve created a TOTAL™ family of contact lenses for daily disposable and monthly replacement contact lens wearers. TOTAL™ contact lenses feature Water Gradient material that provides nearly 100% water at the outermost surface so nothing touches the eye but a gentle cushion of moisture.1-4 Get a FREE* trial today.
*Eye exam may be required. Professional fees may apply.
Contact lenses should remain comfortable when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If you’re experiencing contact lens discomfort, talk to your optometrist and ask about TOTAL1™ or TOTAL30™, the daily disposable and monthly replacement contact lenses with nearly 100% water at the outermost surface so nothing touches the eye but a gentle cushion of moisture.1-4
That’s a tough question as it totally depends on your personal needs and preferences. Please check with your eye care professional for what is right for you. Monthly replacement contact lenses may be better for those who prefer not to dispose of their contact lenses every day or the space-saving benefit of fewer contact lens boxes. Daily disposable contact lenses may be better for consumers who like a fresh new lens every day and prefer not to have to clean and disinfect their lenses.
Monthly replacement contact lenses are designed to be used for up to 30 days then replaced with a new lens at the beginning of a new month. In the case of TOTAL30™ contact lenses, they should be removed each day for proper cleaning, disinfecting, and storing. Click here for more about our favorite monthly replacement lens.
Daily disposable contact lens wearers will argue a new lens every day provides an ultimate lens-wearing experience. On the other hand, with proper cleaning and disinfection, monthly replacement contacts are another great option. Explore TOTAL1™ and TOTAL30™, our daily disposable and monthly replacement contact lenses with nearly 100% water at the outermost surface so nothing touches the eye but a gentle cushion of moisture.1-4
Monthly replacement contacts are great for people who prefer not to dispose of their contact lenses every day or prefer the space-saving benefit of fewer boxes. Monthly replacement contact lenses also tend to be less expensive than their daily disposable counterparts.
Monthly replacement contact lenses are designed to be worn for up to 30 days then replaced with a new lens at the beginning of a new month. In the case of TOTAL30™ contact lenses, they should be removed each day for proper cleaning, disinfecting, and storing in contact lens solution. Make sure you always follow your optician’s instructions and product directions for use. Click here for more about our favorite monthly replacement lens, TOTAL30™.
TOTAL30™ contacts require daily removal, cleaning and disinfection. Follow the product directions for use or your optician’s instructions. Click here to learn how to clean and disinfect your lenses with our multi-purpose contact lens solution, OPTI-FREE™ Puremoist™.
Wearing contact lenses longer than indicated by the manufacturer (or as recommended by your optician) can lead to eye infections or complications.
You should always follow the wear and care instructions from your optician. Wearing lenses for the indicated replacement schedule decreases the risk of eye infections and degradation of the lens. Learn more about TOTAL30™ monthly replacement contact lenses.
Follow the product directions for use when cleaning, disinfecting and storing your contact lenses. We recommend OPTI-FREE™ Puremoist™ Multi-Purpose Disinfecting Solution or a hydrogen peroxide-based solution like AOSEPT® PLUS Cleaning and Disinfecting Solution to care for your monthly replacement contact lenses.
Presbyopia is a naturally occurring vision condition that typically begins in or around your 40s. It develops gradually over time and affects the elasticity of the eye, making it difficult to read print up close. It's nothing out of the ordinary because it happens to everyone. You typically notice it when you read something and move it further away from your face to bring it into focus.
There are several things to consider if you think you may be suffering from presbyopia. Here’s a helpful list of what to ask your optometrist.
Yes, they do! Check them out here.
Astigmatism occurs when the cornea is shaped like a rugby ball, as opposed to spherical like a basketball. This causes fuzzy, blurred vision and can make images appear stretched. Not to worry, it can be corrected with a Toric contact lens like TOTAL™ for Astigmatism or TOTAL30™ for Astigmatism. To learn more, check out our Vision Conditions page.
Lens stability is key to clear, consistent vision. Some contact lenses for astigmatism can rotate excessively during blinking, which can cause blurry vision. TOTAL1™ for Astigmatism and TOTAL30™ for Astigmatism have a unique, proven design that keeps the contact lenses in place, providing exceptionally clear vision all day or all month.5-6
