Alcon's First Monthly Water Gradient Contact Lens Range
For monthly lens wearers looking for a significant upgrade in comfort, bringing
daily disposable technology to a reusable format.
For monthly wearers—6 min read—Updated May 2024
For almost a decade, innovation in the reusable contact lens segment had largely stalled. That
changed when Alcon launched TOTAL30 in Australia, bringing Water Gradient Technology into a
monthly replacement lens for the first time.
A Breakthrough for Monthly Wearers
TOTAL30 is the first and only monthly replacement lens with a Water Gradient surface,
clinically shown to feel like nothing even on day 30 of the wearing cycle2. Alcon has launched the full range — sphere, toric, and multifocal —
simultaneously in Australia.
The full Dailies TOTAL30 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.
The TOTAL30 Story: From DAILIES TOTAL1 to Monthly Wear
TOTAL30 was built on the foundation of the highly successful Dailies TOTAL1 daily
disposable. The challenge Alcon set itself was to take that same surface technology and make it durable
enough to perform through a full 30 days of daily wear and nightly cleaning2.
By extending Water Gradient performance to monthly replacement, TOTAL30 gives reusable
lens wearers access to the same surface comfort previously reserved for daily disposable wearers.
Water Gradient Technology: Outermost Moisture Cushion
Water Gradient Technology works by creating a material with a silicone hydrogel core —
providing high oxygen transmissibility — that transitions progressively toward a surface approaching 100%
water at the outermost layer2.
Sustaining performance over 30 days requires a surface that resists the deposits that
accumulate during daily wear. CELLIGENT® Technology is integrated into the TOTAL30 surface
to mimic the cellular structure of the human cornea1.
By biomimicking the corneal surface, CELLIGENT Technology helps resist the adherence of
both bacteria and lipid deposits from the tear film throughout the entire wearing month.
Who Is the TOTAL30 Range For?
The TOTAL30 range covers three of the most common refractive conditions in a single
monthly Water Gradient platform:
Spherical
For short-sightedness and long-sightedness, sharing the same fitting design as Air Optix plus
HydraGlyde.
Toric
Using PRECISION BALANCE 8/4™ stabilisation to maintain consistent lens orientation for astigmatism.
Multifocal
Using Alcon's Precision Profile® Design to deliver clear vision at near, intermediate, and far
distances.
Multifocal Toric
The TOTAL30 Multifocal for Astigmatism is the world's only monthly multifocal toric contact lens with
Water Gradient Technology2.
Care and Maintenance
Because the TOTAL30 range is a monthly replacement system, daily cleaning and proper
storage are non-negotiable. Every night, lenses must be gently rubbed, rinsed, and stored in fresh solution
approved by your optometrist3.
Cleaning Warning
Skipping or shortcutting the cleaning routine undermines the CELLIGENT® Technology and significantly
increases the risk of serious ocular infections, including microbial keratitis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes TOTAL30 different from other monthly contact lenses?
TOTAL30 is the first and only monthly replacement lens with a Water Gradient surface — the same
technology as DAILIES TOTAL1, now engineered for 30 days of wear1.
What is Water Gradient Technology and what makes it stand out from other technologies?
Water Gradient Technology creates a contact lens with a highly breathable silicone hydrogel core. The
surface then transitions into a layer of moisture that approaches 100% water2. This stands out because traditional monthly lenses use the
same material throughout. With Water Gradient Technology, the only thing touching your eye is a
gentle cushion of moisture. This results in exceptional comfort that lasts the entire month.
How does TOTAL30 for Astigmatism stay stable on the eye?
It uses the PRECISION BALANCE 8/4™ stabilisation design, which interacts with the natural blink
motion of the eyelids to keep the lens correctly oriented1.
Do I still need to clean TOTAL30 every day?
Yes — all TOTAL30 lenses are monthly reusable lenses and must be rubbed, rinsed, and stored in fresh
disinfecting solution every night.
Is TOTAL30 Multifocal easy to fit?
Yes — Alcon's Precision Profile® fitting system is designed to work in two straightforward steps,
with clinical data showing 96% fit success1.
