I-TIP: Costume contact lenses can have scary consequences
Citing data from Health Canada and the FDA, the I-Team warns consumers about the dangers of using cheap costume contact lenses.
Lots of us like to go all out for Hallowe'en with perfect costume details from head to toe. But consumers should be careful when using costume contact lenses to complete their outfit.
Health Canada says the risk of severe corneal infection related to lens wear is 12.5 times higher for cosmetic lenses than it is for corrective contacts. That's one of the reasons the federal government will start regulating cosmetic or decorative contact lenses in the same way it handles corrective lenses.
The new regulations will come into effect in July 2016. Until then, watch our I-Tip to find out how to protect yourself.