ACUVUE OASYS MAX Contact Lenses

Learning how to read your contact lens prescription might be daunting at first. All contact lens prescriptions include a least three values: base curve, diameter, and power. However, for toric or multifocal lenses additional values will be added to the prescription, usually no more than four.

The specifications you can expect to see are as follows:

Base Curve (BC): The curvature of the lens in millimetres usually between 8.3 and 9.0.

Diameter (D): The diameter of the contact lens. This number ranges from between 13.8 to 14.5.

Power (PWR/SPH): Is a + or - figure followed by a number e.g. -4.50 or +0.25. This represents the level of visual correction needed, and whether your lenses correct long-sightedness (plus/+ powers) or short-sightedness (minus/- powers). For some contact lenses, the power may also be 0.00, plano or displayed with this symbol ∞ which is for non-prescription use e.g. coloured contact lenses.

If you have astigmatism or wear multifocal contact lenses you can read out full guide on how to read your contact lens prescription.

1950s - 1980: Frontier Contact Lens Company, led by optometrist Seymour Marco, developed a new, more comfortable contact lens material known as etafilcon A. This water-loving, or hydrophilic type of soft hydrogel became the material used in several Acuvue contact lenses, including 1 Day Acuvue Moist; one of the most popular contact lens brands worn today.

1981: Frontier Contact Lenses was sold to Johnson & Johnson who renamed the company Vistakon, and they then overhauled the production processes, so that their super comfy contacts could be brought to a wider audience.

1987: Acuvue brand contact lenses were released in 1987, the world's first disposable soft contact lenses available to a big audience.

1995: Johnson & Johnson launches 1 Day Acuvue, the first daily disposable contact lenses. They're made with ultra-breathable materials that make it possible for those with dry eyes to enjoy healthy vision.

1997: Johnson & Johnson adds UV (ultraviolet) protection to all of its disposable Acuvue contact lenses.

1998: Acuvue Bifocal lenses for presbyopia are released, helping those with age-related macular degeneration.

2005: Acuvue Oasys two-weekly lenses are released, with the technology Hydraclear Plus™ for a more moisturised, comfortable feel.

2006: 1 Day Acuvue Moist contact lenses are available for the first time, bringing extra comfort and convenience to daily contact lens wearers.

2008: 1 Day Acuvue Trueye contact lenses are released, with Hydraclear™ 1 Technology for unparalleled comfort.

2014: Acuvue's first coloured contact lenses become available in the UK, 1 Day Acuvue Define. They're designed to subtly enhance the colour of your iris without looking unnatural.

2015: 1 Day Acuvue Moist Multifocal are released, providing an alternative to reading glasses for patients with presbyopia.

2016: ACUVUE OASYS 1 Day with HydraLuxe Technology launched, followed by ACUVUE VITA, the brand’s first monthly lens. HydraLuxe Technology helps maintain moisture and reduce dryness for lasting comfort.

2022: ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1 Day launched with TearStable Technology, designed to lock in moisture and reduce evaporation, and an OptiBlue Light Filter that helps block blue violet light.

2023: ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1 Day Multifocal launched, featuring a Pupil Optimized Design that provides clear, comfortable vision for near, far and in between.

2025: ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1 Day for Astigmatism launched with a BLINK STABILISED Design that keeps vision steady during blinks and movement, while filtering blue violet light and offering UV protection.

When buying contact lenses online, all you need to do is double-check your prescription on the side of a box of contact lenses you recently bought, enter the details and go through the simple checkout process.

Step 1: Navigate to any of our product pages to find your contact lens prescription details.

Step 2: On the right-hand side of the page, you can enter your contact lens prescription. If you're unsure how to read your prescription, follow the link to find out and watch our handy video for some easy-to-follow advice.

Need some help? Send us a picture of your prescription, and we can quickly double-check your details.

Step 3: Once you’ve made your selection, click “Add to Basket”.

Step 4: Check that everything looks correct in your basket. If you’re ready to order, select “Proceed to Checkout”.

Step 5: Provide your Delivery and Billing Address and enter your payment method. Accept our terms and conditions and select “Place Order”.

It’s as easy as that! See for yourself and start your contact lens order now.

1. JJV Data on File 2022 – TearStable™ Technology designed to lock in moisture throughout the day.
2. JJV Data on File 2022 – OptiBlue™ Light Filter blocks approximately 60% of blue‑violet light.
3. JJV Data on File 2023 – BLINK STABILISED® Design used in OASYS MAX for Astigmatism offers stable vision during head and eye movements.
4. JJV Data on File 2023 – Seamless vision at all distances with ACUVUE OASYS MAX Multifocal.
5. JJV Data on File 2023 – Proven on‑eye performance: 99% first fit success, 95% comfort during digital device use, 97% night vision clarity.