How to Store Contact Lenses Safely at Home and While Travelling
By Viskon Colored Contact Lenses | Malaysia Official Site | Published: 2026-10-14
Category: Tips & Care
A step-by-step routine to keep your lenses clean and protected at home and on the move, with practical storage tips and a travel-ready case.
Quick answer
Always store your lenses in fresh, unexpired contact lens solution inside a clean, tightly closed case. At home, keep the case upright in a dry, dust-free spot away from direct sun. When travelling, use a compact flip-top case, carry solution in a leak-proof bottle, and never top up old solution.
Step 1: Wash and dry your hands before touching anything
Before you open your case, wash your hands with mild soap and water, then dry them with a lint-free towel. Wet hands can introduce tap water bacteria to your lenses and case. This is the single most important step in any contact lens hygiene routine, whether you are at home in Malaysia or in a hotel bathroom.
Step 2: Use fresh solution every time you store your lenses
Fill each side of your case with fresh multipurpose solution or the specific solution recommended for your lenses. Never reuse solution from the previous day, and never top up a partially filled case. Reused solution loses its disinfecting power and can become a breeding ground for microorganisms. If you use a hydrogen peroxide system, follow its neutralisation time exactly.
Step 3: Place each lens in the correct chamber and close the case securely
Set the right lens in the right chamber and the left lens in the left chamber to avoid mix-ups. Make sure the lens is fully submerged and not folded or trapped against the case wall. Close the caps tightly so the solution does not leak, but do not overtighten, as this can crack the plastic over time.
Step 4: Store your case upright and away from heat or sunlight
Keep your case upright on a shelf or in a cabinet, away from direct sunlight, radiators, and humid areas like the shower. Heat and UV light can degrade the case plastic and the solution. In a tropical climate like Malaysia, avoid leaving your case in a parked car or near a window where temperatures can climb quickly.
Step 5: Clean and replace your case regularly
After removing your lenses, empty the old solution, rinse the case with fresh solution, and let it air-dry upside down with caps off. Replace your lens case at least every three months, or sooner if you notice cracks, discolouration, or a persistent film. A clean case is as important as clean lenses for preventing irritation.
Step 6: Adapt your storage for travel
When you travel, pack a dedicated travel contact lens case that seals tightly and takes up little space. Keep your solution bottle in a leak-proof bag inside your carry-on, and never transfer solution into an unlabelled container. If you are flying, keep your lenses and solution in your hand luggage so you can access them during delays or dry cabin air.
Your step-by-step storage routine
- Wash and dry your hands: Use mild soap and a lint-free towel before handling lenses or cases. Checkpoint: hands must be completely dry before touching anything.
- Fill case with fresh solution: Use new multipurpose solution or your recommended solution each time; never reuse or top up. Mistake to avoid: using tap water or saliva as a substitute.
- Place lenses in correct chambers: Right lens in right chamber, left in left; ensure fully submerged and not folded. Checkpoint: caps closed securely but not overtightened.
- Store case upright away from heat: Keep in a dry, dust-free spot out of direct sun and away from humid areas. Mistake to avoid: leaving the case in a hot car or bathroom.
- Clean and replace case regularly: Rinse with fresh solution, air-dry upside down, and replace every three months. Checkpoint: replace sooner if you see cracks or discolouration.
- Pack smart for travel: Use a compact flip-top case and keep solution in a leak-proof bag in your carry-on. Mistake to avoid: transferring solution into unlabelled containers.
Product facts
- Flip Press Lens Case (Pink): The Flip Press Lens Case in Pink has a flip-top design for quick opening and closing, and a compact size for travel or everyday use. The flip-top mechanism makes it easier to open and close the case without fumbling, which is useful when you are storing lenses in a hurry or in a small hotel bathroom.
- Flip Press Lens Case (Black): The Flip Press Lens Case in Black is a practical accessory for storing your contact lenses, with a simple flip-open mechanism and a standard case for daily lens storage. A straightforward black case is a low-maintenance option for daily storage at home, and the flip-open design keeps the process simple.
- Viskon Destiny Brown: Viskon Destiny Brown lenses are made with breathable silicone hydrogel and feature a slight translucency design that allows your natural eye color to show through. Breathable silicone hydrogel lenses need proper storage in fresh solution to maintain comfort, and the translucent design means you will want to keep them clean to preserve the natural effect.
