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If you wear contact lenses, you already ask a lot from your eyes.
So when you add magnetic lashes on top, it’s normal to wonder:

“Is this actually safe for my lenses and my eyes?”

The good news:
For most people with healthy eyes, you can safely wear magnetic lashes with contact lenses — especially lightweight, soft-magnetic styles — as long as you:

• Follow the right order (contacts → makeup → lashes)

• Keep everything clean

• Choose the right lash design

• Listen to your eyes and remove them at the first sign of trouble

In this guide, we’ll walk through:

• How magnetic lashes and contact lenses “share” your eye area

• When it’s safe vs when you should skip lashes

• Step-by-step routines for lens wearers

• Common mistakes that cause discomfort

• The best LashNova styles for contact lens wearers

If you’re totally new to magnetic lashes, start with:

• Magnetic Lashes 101 – What They Are & How They Actually Work

• How to Apply Magnetic Lashes for Beginners (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

You’ll find more tutorials in the LashNova Lash Guides and our full magnetic lashes collection.

Important: This article is for general education only and is not medical advice.
If you have eye disease, recent eye surgery, or severe symptoms, always ask your eye doctor before changing your lash or lens routine.

How Do Magnetic Lashes and Contact Lenses Share the Same Space?

Let’s quickly map out what’s actually touching what:

• Contact lenses sit directly on your cornea (the clear surface of your eye).

• Magnetic lashes sit along your lash line, attached to your natural lashes or to magnetic liner on the skin.

• In a soft lash-to-lash system (like LashNova’s), the magnets clamp around your natural lashes, not on the eyeball itself.

So in a correct application:

• The lens and the magnets never physically touch each other

• The main “shared” zone is your tear film and lash line — which is why hygiene and fit matter so much for lens wearers

This is also why soft magnetic sandwich systems (lash-to-lash) can be a great option if you want to avoid heavy liner formulas right at the lash line.

Is It Safe to Wear Magnetic Lashes With Contact Lenses?

Short Answer

For most contact lens wearers with healthy eyes:

• Yes, it can be safe to wear magnetic lashes,

• Provided you use high-quality, eye-safe products and follow good hygiene and wear-time habits.

In fact, if you’ve ever had glue fumes sting your eyes or adhesive flakes fall into your lenses, magnetic lashes can be less irritating than traditional glue-on falsies, because you avoid:

• Harsh lash glue

• Strong chemical fumes

• Rubbing and scrubbing along the lash line to remove residue

When You Should Be Extra Cautious

Talk to your eye doctor first — or skip lashes altogether — if you:

• Have chronic dry eye, blepharitis or recurrent styes

• Have recent eye surgery or laser treatment

• Have a history of allergies to eye makeup, pigments or metals

• Experience frequent redness, burning or blurred vision with your lenses already

For more general safety info, you can also read:
Are Magnetic Lashes Safe for Your Eyes? 7 Common Myths Debunked and
Do Magnetic Lashes Irritate Your Eyes? Possible Reasons & Easy Fixes.

What Can Go Wrong When You Mix Lenses and Magnetic Lashes?

Most problems come from technique or hygiene, not from the magnet itself.
Here are the main risks contact lens wearers should watch for:

1. Dryness and Fatigue

• Lenses already reduce oxygen flow to your eyes

• Long wear + dry air + extra weight on the lids = more fatigue

If your eyes are already dry before you add lashes, they’ll likely tire faster.

2. Debris and Product Getting Into the Lens

• Flakes of dried liner, mascara or eyeshadow can fall into your eye

• If they land on your lens, you’ll feel scratchiness, fog or discomfort

This is why clean application and minimal fallout products matter so much.

3. Wrong Placement

• If lash bands are too low (near the waterline), they can rub your lens with every blink

• If the band is too long, the outer corner can poke and make your eyes water, which affects lenses too

4. Rough Removal

• Yanking lashes off in a rush can tug at the lid and disturb your lenses

• You might accidentally touch or move your lens with dirty fingers

Good news: all of these are preventable with the right routine.

The Safest Order: Contacts, Makeup, Then Magnetic Lashes

Step 1 – Put In Your Contact Lenses First

Always insert your lenses before you start makeup or lashes:

• Your hands are freshly washed

• There’s no makeup or lash product that could transfer to the lens

• If something feels wrong, you can fix or replace the lens before doing a full face

Step 2 – Do Your Eye Makeup (Lens-Friendly Version)

When you wear lenses, less is more around the lash line:

• Choose non-flaking eyeshadows

• Use thin, controlled eyeliner along the upper lash line only

• Avoid packing product on the inner corner and waterline

If you’re very sensitive, a liner-free lash-to-lash system (like soft magnetic sandwich lashes) is often more comfortable than heavy magnetic liner.

Step 3 – Apply Magnetic Lashes Last

Once contacts and makeup are in place:

• Apply your magnetic lashes carefully

• Avoid touching your eyeball or lens area with your fingers or tools

• Double-check that the band is snug along the lash line, not pressing on the lid or waterline

For a detailed how-to, see
How to Apply Magnetic Lashes for Beginners (Step-by-Step Tutorial).

Pro Safety & Comfort Tips for Contact Lens Wearers

Tip 1 – Choose Lightweight, Soft Magnetic Styles

Heavy, dense lashes feel dramatic — but they’re not ideal if you wear lenses all day.

For contact lens wearers, look for:

• Lightweight, wispy fibers

• Thin, flexible bands

• Soft magnetic lash-to-lash systems

• Short-to-medium length, especially if your eyes are smaller or more sensitive

Great LashNova options:

• LunarMuse – everyday, lens-friendly soft magnetic lashes that feel ultra-light

• Nebula Crown – more lift and drama, still wearable for evenings or events

GlitzBabe is amazing for short, high-impact moments (photos, nights out), but if your eyes get tired easily with contacts, it’s better reserved for shorter wear.

Tip 2 – Trim the Band to Match Your Eye Width

Overlong bands are one of the biggest causes of discomfort:

• Measure the lash against your lash line before wearing

• Trim from the outer corner only, a small section at a time

• Make sure the band ends where your natural lashes end, not far beyond

A well-fitted band sits more securely and is less likely to rub your lenses via lid movement.

Tip 3 – Keep the Band Off Your Waterline

For lens wearers, placement is everything.

• The band should hug your natural lash line, not sit on the wet, inner rim

• With lash-to-lash systems, magnets should clamp around your natural lashes, not low toward the eyeball

• If you feel constant rubbing or scratching when you blink, remove and reposition — don’t just “push through it”

Tip 4 – Stick to Clean, Light Layers of Mascara (If Any)

You don’t have to use mascara at all with magnetic lashes. If you do:

• Apply a light coat only on your natural lashes

• Avoid globbing mascara onto the magnetic bands

• Skip clumpy, flaking formulas that shed into your lenses

For more detail, see:
Can You Use Mascara With Magnetic Lashes? Pros, Cons & Safe Routine 

Tip 5 – Watch Your Wear Time

Even with comfortable lenses and soft magnetic lashes, there’s a limit to how long your eyes are happy.

• Aim for 8–12 hours of wear on a normal day

• Take micro-breaks: look away from screens, close your eyes briefly

• If your eyes feel dry, tired or gritty, remove your lashes first, then deal with lenses if needed

For more on wear time, read:
Can You Wear Magnetic Lashes All Day? Comfort, Safety & Pro Tips.

Tip 6 – Be Extra Gentle With Removal

End-of-day removal is a critical moment for lens wearers.

• Wash and dry your hands

• Gently slide magnets apart — don’t yank the band straight off

• Keep your fingers on the lash band, not on your eyeball

• Once lashes are off, you can remove your contact lenses and do a full cleanse

Afterwards, clean and store your lashes properly so they stay hygienic:

• How to Clean Magnetic Lashes and Make Them Last 100+ Uses

• How to Store Magnetic Lashes So They Don’t Lose Shape

Tip 7 – Know When to Skip Lashes Altogether

Even if you love your lashes, some days your eyes just need a break.

Skip magnetic lashes (and maybe contacts) if you:

• Have active eye infection, redness or swelling

• Just started a new medication or eye drop that makes eyes irritated

• Woke up with extreme dryness or burning

• Have an appointment with your eye doctor that day

Your lashes will still be there tomorrow.
Your eyes, on the other hand, are irreplaceable.

Best LashNova Styles for Contact Lens Wearers

If you wear contact lenses and want lashes that play nicely with them, start here:

• LunarMuse

  • Ultra-light, soft magnetic lash-to-lash design

  • Ideal for everyday lens wearers who want extra definition without extra weight

• Nebula Crown

  • More drama and lift while still staying comfortable

  • Great for evenings, social events or days when you want more glam

• GlitzBabe

  • High-impact “night-out” style

  • Best for shorter wear windows if your eyes get tired with lenses

You can shop the full range in our magnetic lashes collection or start from the LashNova homepage if you’re still exploring.

Final Thoughts – Lenses and Magnetic Lashes Can Be Friends

So, can you wear magnetic lashes with contact lenses?

For most people, the answer is yes — if you:

• Put your lenses in first and lashes on last

• Choose lightweight, soft magnetic designs

• Keep your lash line and lash bands clean

• Respect your eyes’ limits and remove everything when they feel tired

Done right, magnetic lashes don’t have to fight your contact lenses.
They can simply be the finishing touch that makes your everyday look feel a little more awake, polished and “put together” — without sacrificing comfort or eye health.