Alcon launches SiH colour contact lenses

Alcon has launched Air Optix Colors contact lenses, combining a monthly colour product with silicone hydrogel material.

The company said its technology allowed up to five times more oxygen through the lens compared to older technology colour lenses, and would be available in the UK from May 1. ‘This is a significant breakthrough for a contact lens category that hasn’t seen change in more than a decade,’ said Franck Leveiller, head of research and development vision care at Alcon.

Launched first in Switzerland, there are nine colours in the range – hazel, blue, green, grey, brown, brilliant blue, gemstone green, honey and sterling grey.