Freshlook Contacts Are Being Discontinued (2024)

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Update from 8/17/23:

Alcon, the manufacturer of Freshlook lenses, has announced they are discontinuing Freshlook Colorblends on September 29th, 2023. After that date, it will no longer be possible to order any Freshlook products. Be sure to stock up on lenses before that date.

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Recently, the contact lens manufacturer Alcon announced that they are discontinuing some of their popular Freshlook products on October 1st, 2022. We've got the full scoop for you below, including which colors are being discontinued and which brands you can switch to.

Which Freshlook Products are beingdiscontinued?

There are three Freshlooks products being discontinued: Colors, Dimensions, and Handling Tint. Freshlook Colorblends is not being discontinued.

What is the difference between Freshlook Colorblends, Colors, Dimensions, and Handling Tint?

Freshlook Colorblends, Colors, and Dimensions are all color contact lenses that are made out of the same material. The only difference is the color options on each process. The Handling Tint lenses are made from the same material as other Freshlook lenses. They just aren't made with any color other than a slightl handling tint.

Why are Freshlook Colors being Discontinued?

Contact lenses have changed a lot since Freshlook was first introduced. There are newer contact lenses that let a lot more oxygen to your eye and are much more comfortable. Many customers have switched from the older Freshlook products to newer products. Since they are an older technology that not a lot of people are wearing, Alcon is discontinuing the less popular Freshlook products.

When are Freshlook Colors being Discontinued?

Freshlook Colors, Dimensions, and Handling Tintwill be discontinued on October 1st, 2022. You can order as many boxes ofthese productsas you want until that date. Starting October 1st, you will no longer be able to purchase Freshlook Colors, Dimensions, or Handling Tint

Switching to Freshlook Colorblends

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If you like the Freshlook material, you can switch to the Freshlook Colorblends product without getting a new prescription. Freshlook Colorblends comes in 12 different colors, so it has something for everyone. Alcon has said they won't be discontinuing Freshlook Colorblends for a while, so you should be safe making the switch to this product.

Switching to Air Optix Colors

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If you want to try the newest color contacts technology, check out Air Optix Colors. These are monthly contact lenses that get much more oxygen to your eyes than Freshlook. In fact, these are the top selling color contact lens in the US.

Air Optix Colors has 12 great options to choose from. If you are curious what you would look like in any of the colors, check out Alcon's Color Studio. It allows you to see yourself with different color contacts to help pick the best option.

These are a different material than Freshlook, so you will need to get an updated prescription from your doctor to switch to this product.

Switching to Dailies Colors

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Dailies Colors are a brand new daily disposable color contact lens. Doctors prefer prescribing daily lenses because they are the healthiest option for most people. Since you wear them one day and then throw them out, there is a much lower chance of getting an eye infection. Another benefit of dailies is you don't need to worry about solution and contact lens cases.

Dailies Colors has 4great options to choose from. If you are curious what you would look like in any of the colors, check out Alcon's Color Studio. It allows you to see yourself with different color contacts to help find the best color for you.

These are a different material than Freshlook, so you will need to get an updated prescription from your doctor to switch to this product.

Other Options

If you don't want to switch to any of the above products, you can also look at other products like Impressions Colors or Acuvue Define. Contact lenses are a medical device, so make sure to involve your doctor in the discussions so you can find the best option for you.

And in the meantime, feel free to stock up on Freshlook Colors, Freshlook Dimensions, or Freshlook Handling Tint before they are gone forever on October 1st!

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Like many others stated, I was mortified when my optometrist told me freshlook colors blue were discontinued. I’ve been wearing these since the 90’s. What is our other options?

Sooooooo disappointed
I have worn color blend’s turquoise for over 20+ years!!! I was told today they can’t fill my RX any longer.
Extremely disappointed

I have tried the Brilliant Blue and they are no where close to being like the Pacific Blue, don’t waste your money. So disappointed and not sure what to buy next. The Colorblend contact itself just felt awful and I won’t even use the rest of the box. My contacts are prescription, not just to enhance my eye color…we all need an update as to what were suppose to do.

I am so upset!!! I’ve used FL Dimensions Caribbean Aqua for 10+years. The FL Colorblend Turquoise are terrible!! Not the right color at all and very uncomfortable… I see shadow when I wear them. I have search so many places and cannot find them. My eyes were apart of my identity! If you were going to discontinue why not use the same colors but with a more oxygen friendly lens. Why did you change them all!? Bring back the Caribbean Aqua please! My children have never seen me with another color eye other than that one!

I’m so disappointed that the FL Dimensions were discontinued! I’ve worn the Pacific Blue for at least 15 years. The FL Colorblends Brilliant Blue makes me look like I have cat eyes, they’re terrible. I’m going to try the Air Optics but with many reviews I’ve read, those aren’t any better. At a loss since I depend on my contacts daily and have to change what I’m used to. Ugh

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