Specifications
- Packing: 3/pk
- Material: Samfilcon A
- Water Content: 46%
- Center Thickness @ -3.00D: 0.07
- Base Curve (mm): 8.5
- Diameter (mm): 14.2
- Power Range: +6.00 to +0.50 (0.25 steps)
0.00 to -6.00 (0.25 steps)
-6.50 to -12.00 (0.50 steps)
- Dk/t @ -3.00D: 163
Description
Bausch + Lomb ULTRA™: The Solution for "Digital Tired Eyes" in Malaysia
If you spend more than 8 hours a day looking at your smartphone, laptop, or office monitor, you might notice that by 4:00 PM, your eyes feel strained, dry, or even slightly blurry. This is a common phenomenon in Malaysia’s digital-heavy lifestyle, often caused by a reduced blink rate while focusing on screens.
Bausch + Lomb ULTRA™ was specifically engineered to address the needs of the modern digital user. As a monthly silicone hydrogel lens, it focuses on maintaining moisture and breathability long after other lenses might start to feel like "cardboard" in your eyes.
1. MoistureSeal™ Technology: 16-Hour Hydration
The standout feature of the ULTRA™ lens is MoistureSeal™ Technology. Through a unique manufacturing process, the lens is infused with a high concentration of PVP (a moisture-loving polymer). This allows the lens to maintain 95% of its moisture for a full 16 hours. For Malaysians working long shifts or students pulling all-nighters, this means the lens stays "wettable" and comfortable from the first morning coffee to the late-night drive home.
2. High Oxygen Breathability for Healthier Eyes
Your eyes need to "breathe" to stay white and clear. ULTRA™ is made from Samfilcon A, a next-generation silicone hydrogel material. It offers exceptional oxygen transmissibility, ensuring that your corneas receive the oxygen they need. This helps prevent the red, "bloodshot" look that often occurs with older hydrogel lens materials by the end of the day.
3. Aspheric Optics for Crisp Vision
Ever notice halos around streetlights while driving at night in PJ or KL? ULTRA™ lenses feature High Definition Optics, designed to reduce spherical aberration. This results in crisper, sharper vision and a reduction in glare, even in low-light conditions or when your eyes are tired from staring at a screen all day.
4. A Soft, Low-Modulus Feel
One common complaint with silicone hydrogel lenses is that they can feel "stiff." ULTRA™ is designed with a low modulus, meaning the lens is exceptionally soft and flexible. This allows it to conform comfortably to the shape of your eye, making the transition from other brands much smoother for most wearers.
FAQ
1. Is Bausch + Lomb ULTRA™ better for dry eyes than Air Optix?
There is no universal "better" as it depends on your tear film. ULTRA™ is often preferred by heavy digital device users because its MoistureSeal™ technology is specifically designed to combat the reduced blink rate associated with screen use.
2. Can I switch between these two brands without a new prescription?
No. Even though both are monthly silicone hydrogel lenses, they have different base curves, diameters, and material stiffness (modulus). A proper fitting by a Malaysian optometrist is required to ensure the lens sits correctly on your cornea.
3. Which lens is more "breathable"?
Both are high-performance silicone hydrogel lenses with excellent oxygen flow. They are significantly more breathable than traditional hydrogel lenses (like Softlens 59), making both suitable for long daily wear.
4. How should I clean these monthly lenses?
Both brands require daily cleaning with a multi-purpose solution or a hydrogen peroxide system. For silicone hydrogel materials, using a high-quality solution specifically formulated for modern lenses will help maintain the moisture technologies of both ULTRA™ and Air Optix.
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