How to Put in Contact Lenses for Beginners

By ColorEye | Published: 2026-10-17

Category: How-to Guides

Learn how to put in contact lenses with ease. This beginner guide covers step-by-step insertion tips to avoid discomfort and make application simple.

Quick Answer

To put in contact lenses, start with clean, dry hands. Place the lens on your fingertip, check it isn't inside out, then gently hold your eyelids open and place the lens on your eye. Blink slowly to seat it. Follow our steps below for a smooth, comfortable application every time.

Before You Start: Hygiene and Prep

Always wash your hands with soap and water, then dry them with a lint-free towel before handling lenses. Avoid oily or scented soaps that can leave residue. Set up a clean, well-lit workspace with a mirror, your lens case, and fresh solution. Never use water or saliva on your lenses.

Choosing the Right Lens for You

For beginners, a high-quality 1-year lens like the Unibling Jupiter Green offers consistent performance and a natural look that suits all eye colors. Its enchanting woodland allure makes it versatile for daily wear. Alternatively, the Unibling HD Mel provides a subtle one-tone design that blends seamlessly with your iris, adding depth without an obvious lens line. Both options are great for new users learning insertion.

Step-by-Step Guide to Inserting Contact Lenses

Step 1: Prepare the Lens: Remove the lens from its case and rinse it with fresh solution. Place it on the tip of your index finger. Check the edge: if it looks like a bowl with straight sides, it's correct. If the edges flare out like a plate, it's inside out — flip it. Common mistake: inserting an inside-out lens causes irritation and poor fit.
Step 2: Hold Your Eyelids Open: Use your non-dominant hand to hold your upper eyelid open by pressing gently against your brow bone. With your middle finger on the same hand, pull down your lower eyelid. This keeps your eye wide open and prevents blinking. Checkpoint: if you blink involuntarily, practice holding your lids for a few seconds before trying with the lens.
Step 3: Place the Lens on Your Eye: Look straight ahead or slightly upward. Bring the lens toward your eye and gently place it on the colored part (iris). Avoid pressing hard — let the lens adhere naturally. Release your eyelids slowly and blink a few times to center the lens. Common mistake: looking at the lens as it approaches can cause a blink reflex. Try looking to the side instead.
Step 4: Check and Adjust: After blinking, check your vision and comfort. The lens should feel barely noticeable. If it's uncomfortable or blurry, it may be off-center. Close your eye and gently massage your eyelid to reposition it, or remove and reinsert. If discomfort persists, remove the lens and rinse it with solution before trying again.

Lenses That Make Insertion Easier

Unibling Jupiter Green (1-Year): Jupiter Green transforms every gaze. From natural daytime elegance to evening mystery, find the shade that best enhances your natural beauty. Here is the magic of colour. Jupiter Green is the perfect match for all eye colors, which adds a touch of enchanting woodland allure. Because it works with any eye color, you don't need to worry about matching — just focus on learning the insertion technique.
Unibling HD Mel (1-Year): Enhance your eyes with our 1-Tone Color Contact Lenses, designed to deliver a captivating, high-impact look while maintaining a natural appearance. The delicate one-tone design blends seamlessly with your iris, adding depth and dimension for an effortlessly alluring gaze. The natural blend makes it forgiving if the lens shifts slightly during insertion, reducing the chance of a visibly misaligned look.