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Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day: The Contact Lens Built for Digital Eye Strain
For modern contact lens wearers spending significant time on digital devices, looking for improved moisture and visual clarity.
If you've noticed your contact lenses feeling less comfortable than they used to, you're not alone. You might find them drier by mid-afternoon. Perhaps your eyes feel tired and strained after a long day at a screen. This guide explores how the new Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day addresses the realities of modern, screen-heavy lifestyles.
Modern Visual Demands
Adults now spend an average of 13 hours a day looking at digital screens. This sustained screen time reduces your blink rate by up to 60%, putting real stress on the tear film that keeps your contact lenses comfortable1.
Johnson & Johnson Vision developed Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day to address the eye strain and dryness many people experience from long hours on screens. It is the first daily disposable lens that combines TearStable™ technology with the OptiBlue™ Light Filter in a single design1.
The Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day range is coming soon to Contact Lenses Online. Check back shortly to order with your valid prescription.
Important
Contact lenses should only be ordered online if they have been prescribed by your optometrist and you have worn them before. If you are considering a new lens brand or type, consult your optometrist first and request a trial pair before purchasing. Wearing a lens that has not been professionally fitted to your eyes can cause discomfort and serious complications.
Why Johnson & Johnson Developed This Lens
The development of the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day was driven by what eye care professionals were hearing from patients every day. In research conducted by Johnson & Johnson Vision, 71% of eye care professionals reported a notable increase in patient complaints linked to screen fatigue, while 75% of patients said they simply were not getting enough comfort from their current lenses1.
Johnson & Johnson's Senior Principal Research Optometrist, Dr John Buch, explained at launch that life had changed after the pandemic, with more time spent on digital devices, and that the lens was designed to address lifestyle demands and help prevent dry and tired eyes from becoming normalised.
TearStable™ Technology: Helping Reduce End-of-Day Dryness
When contact lenses start to feel scratchy or dry in the afternoon, the most common cause is tear evaporation. Extended screen use lowers blink frequency, which means the tear film breaks down faster and the lens surface loses comfort over time1.
TearStable™ Technology is Johnson & Johnson's response to that problem. It is a proprietary manufacturing process that distributes a tear-like wetting agent throughout the silicone hydrogel matrix of the lens. Johnson & Johnson reports a 2× lower evaporation rate compared with DAILIES Total1®, MyDay®, and Bausch + Lomb Ultra®, which is designed to support better comfort over long screen-heavy days2.
OptiBlue™ Light Filter: Designed for Modern Visual Environments
Digital screens and LED lighting expose the eyes to significant amounts of blue-violet light, which scatters more easily inside the eye than longer wavelengths1. That scatter can contribute to glare, halos, and reduced visual quality in some environments, especially at night or under harsh artificial lighting.
Light Filtering
Filters approximately 60% of blue-violet light, the highest level available in any daily disposable contact lens.
OptiBlue™ FilterUV Protection
Provides Class 1 UV protection, blocking 99.9% of UVA and 100% of UVB rays.
Class 1 UVClinical Note
Blue-violet light filtering in contact lenses has not been shown to prevent eye strain or deliver a specific ocular health benefit. Patients experiencing digital fatigue should speak with their optometrist about personalised strategies to improve comfort and vision.
Who Is This Lens Range For?
The Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day range covers the four most common refractive conditions seen in clinical practice:
Myopia & Hyperopia
Spherical lenses available in powers from −12.00D to +8.00D using Senofilcon A silicone hydrogel.
Presbyopia
Multifocal lenses using Pupil Optimized Design to deliver clear vision at near, intermediate, and far distances.
Astigmatism
Toric variants that correct short- or long-sightedness alongside corneal irregularity.
Multifocal Toric
The Multifocal for Astigmatism is the world's first daily multifocal toric lens with TearStable™ and OptiBlue™. It addresses both presbyopia and astigmatism in a single lens.
Transitioning to the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day Range
Transitioning from an older hydrogel or early-generation silicone hydrogel lens to the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day range requires a professional assessment. Even if the required optical prescription remains completely unchanged, the specific base curve, diameter, and material stiffness of this new lens will interact differently with the ocular surface.
Furthermore, a professional consultation allows the practitioner to accurately determine the optimal multifocal add power for presbyopic patients. Wearers should never attempt to guess their parameters when upgrading to a sophisticated lens like the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day different from other contact lenses?
It is the only daily disposable lens Johnson & Johnson designed specifically around the visual demands of modern, screen-intensive lifestyles. It combines TearStable™ Technology, which offers a 2× lower evaporation rate than leading competitors, with the industry's highest blue-violet light filtering at 60% in a daily disposable format1.
Who is the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day Multifocal designed for?
It is designed for patients with presbyopia, typically those aged 40 and above, who want to continue wearing contact lenses without relying on reading glasses for close work. It supports vision at near, intermediate, and far distances using Pupil Optimized Design2.
Can I wear the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day range overnight?
No. The range is approved for daily wear only and must be removed and discarded at the end of each day. Sleeping in daily disposable lenses increases the risk of serious eye infection and other complications.
Does the Acuvue Oasys MAX 1-Day provide UV protection?
Yes. Every lens in the range provides Class 1 UV protection, blocking 99.9% of UVA and 100% of UVB rays2. Contact lenses do not cover the entire eye, so UV-protective sunglasses are still recommended outdoors.
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References
- Johnson & Johnson Vision Professional — ACUVUE® OASYS MAX 1-Day Product Information. jnjvisionpro.com
- Acuvue Australia — ACUVUE® OASYS MAX 1-Day Contact Lenses. acuvue.com.au