If you love makeup and you’ve been thinking about trying coloured contact lenses (or you wear them already), you might be wondering: Can I wear both at the same time? Will it mess with my eyes? Let’s get right to it— yes, you totally can wear makeup with coloured contact lenses! In fact, they can look amazing together. Your eye makeup can really pop when paired with a new eye colour. But it’s super important to apply things the right way to avoid irritation or smudging.
So, whether you’re getting ready for a night out, a photoshoot, or just want to play around with your look, here’s a real-talk guide to rocking your lens and makeup!
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Put your contacts in before doing your makeup.
This one’s the golden rule. Always put your contacts in before you start your makeup. Why? If you do it after, you risk getting foundation, mascara, or eyeshadow on your lenses – not fun. It can make your eyes sting, cloud your vision, or even cause an infection.
Also, once your contacts are in, you’ll see exactly how your eye colour looks, which helps when picking the right eye shadow or eyeliner shades. Think of your lenses as the foundation of your look!
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Choose eye-safe makeup products.
When you wear contacts, your eyes are a little more sensitive. That means not all makeup is a good idea, especially glittery or flaky things.
Look for products that say things like -
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Contact lens safe
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For sensitive eyes
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Hypoallergenic
Avoid-
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Chunky glitter
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Loose powder eye shadows that can fall into your eye
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Heavy, oily eye creams
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Dried-out or old mascara
Better options? Cream eyeshadows, soft eyeliners, and mascara that are flake-free or tubing. (the one that comes off in little tubes)
Also read from our previous blogs - How to Match Your Coloured Contact Lenses with Your Outfit
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Be extra careful with foundation and concealer
You can still wear your base makeup as usual, just take it slow around your eyes. Make sure your hands are clean, and use a clean brush or sponge. Try not to press too hard or get too close to your lash line.
And if you can, gently set your under-eye area with a little powder. That helps keep everything in place and stops makeup from shifting into your eyes later in the day.
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Match your eye makeup to your new lens colour.
One of the most exciting things about wearing coloured contacts is how they can change the way makeup looks on you. Suddenly, that gold eye shadow you never used might become your new fav!
Here are a few fun combos to try-
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Green lenses? Try golds, coppers, or warm browns.
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Grey lenses? Go for cool tones like navy, silver, or lavender.
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Blue lenses? Soft pinks, champagne, or taupe shades are dreamy.
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Hazel lenses? Rust, terracotta, and earthy browns make them pop.
But honestly? There are no rules. Try whatever you feel good in. If it makes you smile when you look in the mirror, you’re doing it right.
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Go easy on eyeliner and mascara.
Eyeliner and mascara can take your look to the next level—but they can also irritate your eyes if you’re not careful.
A few quick tips-
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Avoid putting eyeliner inside your lower lash line–it’s way too close to your lenses
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Use waterproof or tubing mascara to avoid flakes falling into your eyes
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Don’t “pump” your mascara wand—it dries it out and makes it clump
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If you’re wearing false lashes, use a gentle glue and let it tacky before applying.
Your lashes will look fab, and your contacts will stay clean. Win-win.
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Use a setting spray.
Love setting spray? Same. Just make sure to close your eyes all the way before your spritz–and keep them closed for a few seconds after. You want the mist to settle on your skin, not inside your eyes. (or on your lenses).
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Keep everything clean
Make sure you do the following things-
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Wash your hands before touching
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Clean your brushes at least once a week
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Never share eye makeup with anyone
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Take out lenses before removing your makeup.
End of the day tip: Always take your contacts out before removing your makeup. If you do it the other way around, you might rub makeup into your eyes or onto your lenses without meaning to. Once your lenses are out, you can use your favourite makeup remover and cleanse your face as usual—safely and comfortably.
The bottom line
If you’re ready to try coloured eye contact lenses for yourself, check out MuaShamaila. We’ve got a gorgeous range of lenses—from soft and natural to bold and dramatic—and they’re super comfy too. So whether you’re in the mood for something subtle or you want to turn heads, you’ll find a look that suits your vibe.
Feel confident, feel you! Shop your next pair at MuaShamaila and fall in love with your eyes all over again!
