• Anime eyes are contact lenses in which the colored part of the lens is wider than a normal iris. This gives the wearer the look of oversized eyes, a hallmark of Japanese manga and anime animation. Some anime eyes are produced in normal colors but many are boldly colored with patterns that mimic well-known anime characters.

• Fast Facts

  1. Average cost: Between $30 and $60
  2. Can be made to fit many prescriptions
  3. Colors and shadings vary
  4. Geo and Dueba are two popular producers
  5. Wider irises are considered by some to be a sign of youth

• Contact Lens Safety

  Contact lenses, even the colorful ones, are a medical device. According to the U.S Food and Drug Administration, they should be worn under the supervision of a doctor. It is illegal to sell contact lenses without a prescription in the U.S..

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