In the last two weeks of June, I knew I had to begin my search for yet another pair of contact lenses, as the “life” of my last pair of clear Air Optix Aqua was nearing its end. Incidentally, The Optical Shop in SM Manila had a big tarpaulin promoting discounts of some branded eyeglasses and Geolica contact lenses.
In particular, I was interested to buy the Geolica colored contact lenses because I want to see well, feel good and look good. 😀 The price (PHp 1200 for two pairs) was considerably cheap. With much doubt and curiosity, I asked the eye doctor a series of questions before paying out. Here are my findings:
Geolica Company Background and General Product Information
- Geolica (http://www.geolica.com.ph/) as a brand is specifically exclusive for the Philippine market under GEO Medical Contact Lens, Inc.
- GEO Medical Contact Lens, Inc. is the branch of GEO Medical Co. Ltd. from Gwangju, South Korea which is growing as a leading venture enterprise specialized in bio-engineering research and manufacturing of contact lenses.
- GEO Medical has steadily built up quality-control based productive facilities and adopted new technologies for its ever expanding customer base by supplying innovative and top quality contact lenses along with outstanding service.
- Each contact lens passed through innovative technologies with the finest process which made it obtained certificates, permits & approval from Philippine FDA, TGA in Australia, Medical Device License from Health Canada, ISO 13485 CMDCAS, Accreditation Certificate of Foreign Medical Device in Japan, KOTRA Seal of Exellence and Korean FDA Good Manufacturing Practice Certificate.
- Geolica colored contact lenses can be worn for six to eight hours in optimal condition.
Geolica Colored Contact Lenses For Asian Eyes
The thing that worried me was the shorter time I could wear the contact lenses —> pertaining to the fifth numbered point above. (Air Optix can be worn for 12+ hours without eye irritation.)
To solve this, the doctor assured that it’s safe to place drops of lens lubricant to relieve minor irritation, dryness, discomfort and/or blurring if ever I experience these issues. At the same time, the lens lubricant would clean the contact lenses while in the eye and retards the accumulation and deposition of lachrymal minerals on the lenses.
Another thing that struck me was that the Geolica contact lenses that were on sale are said to be valid for a year’s use. OMG ❗ I thought there may be a big possibility of having a build-up of loosened deposits and harmful microorganisms on lens surfaces. So how?
The doctor responded and showed me LENSCARE, “a sterile, preserved, buffered, isotonic solution containing sodium chloride, boric acid, potassium chloride, edete disodium, sodium borate, preserved with thimerosal 0.001%.” This product is specially formulated for soaking, disinfecting and rinsing of all soft (hydropilic) lenses including new polymers for extended wear. And this comes with the Geolica package from The Optical Shop.
OK. I was convinced.
Selection of Color and Design
The next step was to choose the color and design. They have a catalog of the different colors on paper but none on a picture of a real person. Because of this, I could not see how the colored lenses would look like once worn and matched with my dark brown/black eye color.
Colors (one-tone) to choose from were: Lady Aqua Blue, Lady Lime Green, Lady Light Brown, Lady Pearl Grey, Lady Cobalt Blue, Celine Violet, Celine Blue, Celine Green, Celine Pure Hazel, Celine Grey, Celine Brown, Circle Natural Brown, Circle Choco Brown, Circle Dark Black or Circle Dark Brown. They also have the two-tone and three-tone colored lenses which were highly recommended to me by the staff.
With fingers crossed, I chose the three-tone brown (left below) and gray (right below) ones and got my order the next day (because mine are graded).
Review of Geolica Colored Contact Lenses
Appearance: I started wearing the brown lenses on July 5, 2013. It was a Friday and many people in the office noticed how my eyes looked differently. I also laughed at myself when I first looked at my reflection on the mirror. 😛 Popular comment I got was that the pupils of my eyes became enlarged. 😯 Enlargement was not one of the features I sought when purchasing these lenses; nonetheless, it’s okay.
The color shows up well in most light. If you’re far from me, you might not see it in an obvious fashion. When you’re up close, you’ll vividly see that the design has spikes of golden brown and dark brown shades and you’ll know immediately that I’m wearing colored lenses. 你能看得到吗？
Comfort: Right now I’ve been wearing this pair of Geolica contact lenses for three weeks. Level of comfort is fine but at first my eyes tend to go watery and sometimes it takes more time for me to adjust them properly into the eye circle.
I have my contact lenses on for 12 straight hours to work, at work and from work. Rarely do I experience dryness. When I do, I just follow the doctor’s instruction: drop the sterile lens lubricant to moisten the contact lenses thereby reducing friction against the cornea.
On the whole, comfort level is not as high as the Air Optix but is satisfactory in the sense that I’m not bothered while they’re on and I don’t see or feel any hindrance to my vision at all.
Price for Value: I’m very pleased with the affordable price of Geolica contact lenses. I get to really save more because a pair of FreshLook colored contact lenses, from what I remember, costs PHp 450 (good for a month’s use), while Flexwear Colors (2 pairs of 3 Months disposable soft contact lenses of the same color) cost PHp 650 and Sarabia Optical offers PHp 600 a pair. Other brands are even more expensive.
Instructions and Precautions
1. Always wash and rinse your hands thoroughly before handling your lenses.
2. After removal of your lenses, clean each lens with the cleaner on both surfaces. You may be advised by the eye doctor to rub both lens surfaces for 30 seconds either in the palm using the forefinger on the other hand or between the thumb and the forefinger, while some lenses are not for rubbing.
3. Rinse surfaces to remove deposits and debris. You can make it a habit to clean and rinse the same lens first (either left or right) to avoid mix-ups. (In my case, I can go for whichever first because I have the same eye grade in both eyes.)
4. Place each lens in the correct chamber of your storage case.
5. Close the covers tightly.
6. The lenses must be soaked in this solution for a minimum of four hours before reinsertion.
7. Always use fresh solution. Discard solution in storage case after use, rinse and allow to air dry.
8. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
9. Never touch the dropper tip to any surface since this may contaminate the solution.
10. Store solution at room temperature. Keep away from freezing.
About Rochkirstin Santos-Sioco
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The fact that this line of colored contact lenses is under GEO gives me an assurance that the product is of superb quality. Masubukan nga hihi =)
A pair of new eye color won’t go unnoticed. The wonderful colors offered by GEO can suit your outfit shots, ideal if you’d like to make a bonggacious entrance to any event. 😛
omg wow, I can’t wait to have my first pair of Geolica. By the way, those contact lenses look great on you! =)
Thanks, Kim. 😀
Have not once tried wearing contact lenses, I get really scared when I see someone putting it on. But I see huge effect it does on the face and it’s really amazing how it can totally change someone’s look:)
Hehe. I was also scared to put the lenses on my eyes when I first started. But I tried and tried and then got used to it already. If you want to update your look, you don’t have to go through the knife and pay a lot. Just take the courage to wear incredible vivid colored contact lenses (either with prescription or without) and you’re sure to fall in love with your new look. 😀
Looks like a great product to try.. will look for this in the market
I’ve seen Geolica contact lenses for sale in The Optical Shop and Unique – in SM Mall of Asia. You might want to visit these places.
You look pretty flawless in that photo. Sorry I didn’t notice your contact lenses. Closer shot please! 🙂
Haha thanks. Maybe you just have to meet me in person to see the diff! 😛
haven’t tried contact lenses before.. but they are so cute!
They also came with cute packaging – that orange Geolica pouch (not in the pictures). If you’re bold as well, get a fresh new look with the help of these spectacular colored contact lenses. Even if you have a natural dark eye colour, these lenses will be able to cover your natural eyeshade instantly.
I think you’d look good in blue or green colored lenses because your eyes would stand out.
Whoa. I know people with blue or green eyes who look stunningly beautiful as they are treated as somehow “exotic” in our country. So if ever I have those colored contact lenses, I might be wronged more often as a foreigner in the Philippines. 😛 I didn’t prefer colors other than black/brown/gray because then I’d look super unnatural.
Yeah, you would definitely stand out with those colors but you are right, black, brown and gray are safer colors here.
Especially in public transit, I bet everyone would look at the person who looks different. Right now that happens to me frequently – ’cause people can’t seem to identify my nationality and some even have had the guts to ask me. Haha funny. Anyway, back to blue/green eyes… wearing these colors would make one a show-stopper diva. Every pathway is a red carpet! 😀
Yeah, you have more dominant Chinese features but still have some Filipina features too.
Haha Asians have likely the same features anyway.
as much as i want to wear contact lens but i am scared for it may blind me. anyhow, nice pair.:)
Hehe maybe contact lenses that are sourced from unknown vendors in the “black market” or just from an untrusted medical organization are harmful. But prescribed ones validated by certifications are less likely or really unlikely to cause blindness when properly used. 🙂 Thanks, Sef!
Hello, do you know where else I can get buy 2 get 1 free as on Solution-lens now ? I tried so many shops and I really prefer products from this shop as they only have genuine items and they offer 1 free pair for every order of 2 pairs, but I am still open if someone knows better deal ? Thank you !!!
Hi cosmeticlover, I haven’t visited optical shops lately so I don’t know their latest promotions. Sorry. 🙂 Don’t worry, I’ll inform you through email next time when I catch one.
Nice to hear for this Roch since I am considering myself to get one. this is definitely a resource post 🙂
I’m glad to be of help. 🙂
If I were to wear contact lenses, I am not surely be comfortable. I am not a meticulous fellow. Wearing contact lens needs to be patient. Isn’t it?
Haha yeah lots of patience is required in the beginning – when you’re still unsure how to put them on the right way. But the effort would pay off once you get used to the application. 🙂 Hello, convenience. Hello, freedom! 🙂
I don’t wear contacts and hopefully I will not be in the near future 🙂 But this sounds like a quality contact lenses. Thanks for sharing.
You’re lucky to have good vision. But if ever you’d just to have a new look – strong and stunning natural one, search no further than lovely colored contact lenses. They’re an incredible accessory to have, especially if you like to experiment.
It looks good on you. Wearing contact lenses must have a proper knowledge on how to care to help keep your eyes safe and comfortable.
Thanks, Pal Raine. Those people who wear contact lenses without advice or the proper prescription given by the eye doctor must make sure that they follow the right instructions and take proper care and maintenance seriously.
wow it does loos so big indeed and obvious right form the start looking at your photos I can notice it very easy. looks good on you though! My sister loves wearing contact lens she has tons of collections already
Thanks, Jane. 😀 It’s not as big as the ones meant for doll eyes but yeah bigger than normal.
i am really scared to try contact lens even though it will make me look like a good one but unfortunately, i cant contain my fear. anyhow, it looked good on you!
Haha it fits you pa naman because you’re fashion blogger. You can be so mesmerizing and it would be easier for you to captivate readers with just one look when you wear these colored contact lenses.
You give a good information on how to care and proper handling of contact lenses! 🙂
Thanks, Riza. I just thought that people would come searching for Geolica contact lenses to know about thep product and how they look like. They might as well also learn proper handling before using them.
yieee the contact lens fits well with your face structure/features (gorgeous!!). I don’t know why, but I’m afraid putting contact lenses and I think I will never put contact lenses because I have this fear that it might tear apart inside my eyes, the kukunin mo na yung contact lens sa mata mo is super scary at saka yung ilalagay mo na sa mata mo. weeee nanghihina ako hehe :)).
Haha I had the same awkward feeling about contact lenses but I chose to be brave and put them on because I didn’t want to wear eyeglasses anymore (very bothersome).
Used to wear contacts too, but I stopped because they were too uncomfortable. I envy you for having such tolerance. Great review.
Ohh yeah in Chinese we say 个人 个人的自由而全面发展 个人的全面自由发展 so you’re free to choose whatever is more comfortable for you. 🙂
my wife have been convincing me to wear contacts but until now i am still quite hesitant to wear one….but who knows i could try using one someday soon…Yahweh bless
Hehe it’s good to share your first-hand experience when you wear them — maybe soon. 🙂
I can’t remember when did I wear contact lenses. I usually wear geo lenses too with gray or green shade. Looks natural! Looks good on you sweeite! 🙂
Thanks, Patricia. Right now I think I’m becoming hooked to colored lenses than the clear ones. My boyfriend laughed at me though and he said one day I’d think I just looked funny. 😐
This isn’t just stylish but comfortable as well but the only thing is that, I cannot use it here in the desert where sand storms are always out there.
Ohh right. Sands and dust are two of the things you least hope to get into your eyes when you’re wearing contact lenses because your eyes may get irritated easily.
I haven’t tried using contact lenses so far but I’m gonna share this to my eldest sister. She might be interested on this. Thank you for sharing this great information! 🙂
You’re welcome. Warn her that it won’t be easy the first time. She might be afraid to poke her eye – but stay calm because that’s just normal. 🙂
i wear contact lenses but they are not colored since they have grade. i wish to try this brand. i noticed it makes girls’ eyes even lovelier as they become doll-like and big:)
Now I wear colored lenses but I also have grade. I just happened to have the chance to buy two pairs at a discounted price from The Optical Shop last July. 🙂
A very nice review. I like the way those contact lens look on the picture. I might try one when I gathered the courage to use contact lens. As of now, I’m stuck to using eyeglasses for women. ^_^
Thanks! Right now I’m on my 3rd pair of Geolica lenses.
hello meron pa po kayo other pics wearing brown?
Hi Jelo. I have several pictures however I don’t post them here on my blog. I just found one where you can clearly see me wearing brown. Please see this travel post (http://rochkirstin.com/end-of-ramadan-2013-a-trip-to-bohol-with-family-central-visayas/) and look at the second to the last picture. Hope that helps. I’m changing colors every 6-8 months and also changing brands just to try. I do make sure though that they are all clinically approved and also go for those being sold in legit optical shops in malls.
Hi po. I’m looking for graded colored contact lenses that won’t make my eyes look bigger. Gusto ko lang yung natural pa rin tingnan (perhaps brown or grey). I’ve been using clear contacts from the start (and am more comfortable wearing it) because all the colored contacts I’ve tried made my eyes look bigger. Do you know of any brands and shops where I can purchase what I’m looking for? Thanks. 🙂
Hi Reina! I can recommend to you what I’m using now: Freshlook contact lenses available at EO. EO also offers other brands within the optical shop. There are many colors to choose from. The sizes are not big so they won’t make you look like a character from an anime series. 😛
For an It person like us, we must have a protection for our eyes because we’re looking at the monitor for several hours and our eyes might be damaged. Contact lenses are a good Idea for protecting our eyes for computer radiation. I bought my contact lenses at goods.ph and I’m very happy because now, my eyes are protected and I’m not suffering from dizziness.
Thanks for sharing. It will also be good to ask the optometrist if the contact lens you’re using is okay to be worn for a period of six hours or longer. Some contact lenses can be worn overnight even but that sounds not too plausible for me. I still interchange my use of contact lens and glasses because there are days when my eyes are really tired and wearing contact lenses might irritate my eyes.
can we buy at mall of asia? where?
Please check Unique Optical.
*For an It person like us, we must have a protection for our eyes because we used to look at the monitor for several hours and our eyes might be damaged. Having contact lenses are good Idea because it can protect our eyes from computer radiation. I bought my contact lenses at goods.ph and I’m very happy because now, my eyes are protected and I’m not suffering from dizziness.
Wow, that’s great for you to find the best for your eyes. 🙂
I typically ordered at http://www.eo-executiveoptical.com/ when I have no time to have a visit their shops. And it slightly cost expensive but I trusted their product qualities that’s why still now, I am their customer.:)– just sharing..
Hi..i just buy geolica lens and it good for me i just want to us if i can wear it more than 8 hours because i am a teacher and my schedule is from 7:30 am to 6 pm..thanks
Hi Richelle. The eye doctor advised me to wear the contact lenses only for six to eight hours. However, my work hours are from 9AM to 7:30PM so I can’t help but to wear it for 12 hours or more in a day. She just told me to apply eye drops whenever I feel my eyes are dry. I still wear eyeglasses some days in a week so my eyes can “breathe” more.
Thanks for sharing!
Hi great review! I want to ask if on the vial you had the geo authentic sticker? I got geolica 1 day lens and I haven’t got the authentic sticker that shows its authenticity:(
There are no shops that distribute GEO lenses in my area. Do you know an online shop that does?