Yes — you need a valid prescription to buy colored contact lenses in the United States, even if your vision is perfect and the lenses are zero-power (plano). This rule applies to every pair of contacts we sell, cosmetic or corrective. Here is why the prescription requirement exists, what your prescription actually means, and how ordering from us works.
In this guide:
Why every contact lens — even plano — requires a prescription
What SPH, BC, and DIA mean on your prescription
How our checkout and verification process works
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a prescription if I have perfect vision?
Yes. Even with 20/20 vision, you need a prescription for colored contacts because the lenses are medical devices that must fit your eye correctly. Ask your optometrist for a plano (0.00) prescription and you are good to go.
Can I buy colored contacts without a prescription?
No — U.S. regulations require a valid prescription for all contact lenses, including zero-power cosmetic ones. We verify every order before shipping, so we cannot sell colored contacts without a prescription on file.
What if I don't know my prescription?
Book a contact lens exam to get one. If you only want the color and do not need vision correction, choose 0.00 plano and ask the optometrist to write a plano prescription.
Are prescription colored contacts more expensive?
No. Prescription power is included at the same price as plano on our site — you pay for the lens design and color, not the power. There is no markup for adding a prescription.
How long is a contact lens prescription valid?
Most prescriptions expire after one to two years, depending on your state and your doctor. Check the expiration date on your prescription and renew it before it lapses if you plan to reorder.
