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Welcome to the EYESONLINE blog. Here you will find useful information about contact lenses and sight correction. We will be updating this page monthly, so be sure to check back regularly for updates.

Need sunglasses on sale Australia?

POST 23 - September 2016

For the month of September, EYESONLINE have 20% off all our sunglasses.

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Where to buy sunglasses in Australia online

POST 22 - September 2016

We've just added some fantastic brands to our range of sunglasses for sale online.

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Tips for packing and flying with contact lenses

POST 21 - June 2016

If you use contact lenses and plan to fly on planes, we might be able to save you a deal of pain.

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Tips for travelling with contact lenses

POST 20 - June 2016

Planning on travelling soon? If you use contact lenses regularly, we've got some great advice.

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Looking for cheap contact lenses?

POST 19 - May 2016

‘Cheap’ doesn’t have to mean ‘nasty’. In fact, at EYESONLINE, cheap means bargain prices on quality contact lenses from leading brands. If you’re looking for cheap contact lenses online in Australia, you’ve come to the right place.

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How to save money on contact lenses

POST 18 - May 2016

If you’re frustrated with how much you’re paying for contact lenses, we can help.

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What does 20/20 vision mean?

POST 17 - January 2016

If you have 20/20 vision, it doesn’t mean that you have perfect vision—in fact 20/10 vision is better—and there are numerous other aspects of good eyesight.

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How to prevent eye strain and eye fatigue

POST 16 - December 2015

Eye strain and eye fatigue are very common problems for people who do a lot of computer-based work. However, there are many things you can do to reduce eye strain and eye fatigue, most of these involve simple adjustments.

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What causes eye strain and eye fatigue?

POST 15 - December 2015

A primary cause of eye strain and fatigue is long hours of computer-based work. But, also, extended use of smartphones and video games can also have the same affect on your eyes. Read our post What causes eye strain and eye fatigue?

Why are headaches and eyesight problems related?

POST 14 - December 2015

Headaches can be caused by squinting or straining your eyes to see clearer.

Many people don’t even realise when they are squinting to compensate for slowly declining eyesight, as over time it becomes automatic. But even a slight squint repeated enough times could lead to a headache. Especially if you work in a job where you spend long hours staring at a computer screen, a smart phone and/or small print in books, it’s likely that your headaches are being caused by eyesight problems.

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Blurred vision in one eye

POST 13 - December 2015

Blurred vision in one eye can be caused by numerous things, including the after-effects of crying, to common eye conditions, to more series issues.

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What causes blurry vision?

POST 12 - December 2015

Blurry vision can be caused by anything from a migraine, to a stroke, to a number of common eye conditions known as refractive errors.

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What are the benefits of reusable contact lenses?

POST 11 - November 2015

Discover the benefits of reusable and extended wear contact lenses, including saving money, and why they're suited to certain lifestyles.

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Why choose daily disposable contact lenses?

POST 10 - November 2015

Find out about the benefits of choosing daily disposable contact lenses, including saving time and ensuring eye health.

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Can contact lenses cause eye infections?

POST 9 - November 2015

Unfortunately, if you don't take proper care of your contact lenses and use them correctly, you may end up with an eye infection. We list different kinds of infections and how to avoid them.

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Why is contact lens hygiene important?

POST 8 - November 2015

Proper contact lens hygiene is important for the health of your eyes. We give you tips on how to keep your lenses clean and eyes healthy.

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When can children wear contact lenses?

POST 7 - October 2015

Age does not determine whether a person can or should wear contact lenses; instead, contact lens wear is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Find out more about when children can wear contact lenses.

How to use eye makeup and contact lenses

POST 6 - October 2015

Whether you wear clear contact lenses every day for work, or occasionally like to splash out on coloured contact lenses for a fancy dress party, knowing how to apply and remove makeup properly—and what kind of makeup to use—is very important.

Read more about how to use eye makeup and contact lenses.

Where to order contacts online

POST 5 - October 2015

If you’re searching for the best place to buy contact lenses online, look no further than EYESONLINE. Our online store offers quality contact lenses at the cheapest prices you will find anywhere.

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Do I need glasses?

POST 4 - September 2015

Many people don’t realise that they would benefit from the assistance of glasses or contact lenses. If you are straining your eyes, even slightly, to look at a computer screen, a book, a sign on the road, or a mountain in the distance, you may already have a vision problem that needs correcting.

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Contacts vs glasses

POST 3 - September 2015

When considering contacts vs glasses to correct your vision, remember that it’s often simply a matter of preference. In the past contact lenses could only be used to treat certain conditions, but today almost everyone who has an issue with their eyesight can now choose to treat it with contact lenses instead of glasses.

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How do multifocal contact lenses work?

POST 2 - September 2015

Basically, multifocal contact lenses allow you to see at various distances using one type of vision correction that has different lens powers. They share a lot in common with progressive glasses.

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Coloured contact lenses for dark eyes

POST 1 - September 2015

EYESONLINE has coloured contact lenses for light and dark eyes in colours such as blue, green, hazel and grey. Coloured contact lenses are great if you want to change your normal eye colour on a daily basis, or as a one-off for a special event like a fancy dress party.

Find out more about Coloured contact lenses for dark eyes.