College spooks cosmetic lens wearers with Halloween warning

The College of Optometrists (COO) published advice for cosmetic contact lens wear at Halloween, and warned against non-prescribed, novelty lenses.

Research conducted by the COO revealed that 63% of those who plan to dress up for Halloween will consider wearing cosmetic contact lenses, but only 27% of people would buy novelty lenses from an optometrist.

Denise Voon, clinical adviser at the COO, said: ‘If you’re considering wearing novelty lenses this Halloween, make sure you speak to your optometrist. A massive 71% of our survey respondents didn’t realise it is illegal to sell contact lenses with no prescription in the UK without the supervision of a registered optometrist, dispensing optician or doctor.