How to Wear and Care for Soflens 38 Weekly Contacts
By Lensabl | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: How-to Guides
A step-by-step routine for Soflens 38 6-pack lenses, from washing up to the weekly replacement schedule and choosing the right contact lens solution.
Quick answer
Wear your Soflens 38 lenses for up to two weeks of daily wear, then discard them. Clean and store them every night with a multipurpose solution, and start a fresh pair from your 6-pack on a fixed weekly schedule.
Why the two-week window matters for Soflens 38
Soflens 38 is a 1–2 week disposable lens made from 62% polymacon, a traditional hydrogel material. That material is time-tested and comfortable for many wearers, but it attracts deposits more readily than newer silicone hydrogels. Stretching a pair beyond two weeks raises the chance of protein buildup, discomfort, and reduced clarity.
The 6-pack gives you six lenses, or three pairs. If you wear lenses daily, that is roughly a six-week supply, not a six-month one. Plan your replacement schedule around the lens, not around how many boxes you have left.
The solution question: what to use with polymacon lenses
Use a fresh multipurpose solution designed for soft contact lenses. Avoid homemade saline, tap water, and saliva; none of these disinfect. If your eye care professional has prescribed a specific solution, follow that advice over any general recommendation.
There is no single solution that suits every wearer. If you notice stinging, cloudy lenses, or increased dryness after switching solutions, that is a signal to revisit the choice with your eye doctor rather than to push through.
Your Soflens 38 care routine, step by step
- Wash and dry your hands: Wash with plain soap and water, then dry with a lint-free towel before touching the lens or the case. Common mistake: using oily or scented soap, which can leave a film on the lens. If your hands are not dry, stop and dry them fully; moisture on the lens makes it harder to handle.
- Remove the lens and clean it immediately: Place the lens in your palm, apply a few drops of multipurpose solution, and rub gently for a few seconds on each side. Rinse with solution. Common mistake: skipping the rub step and relying on a no-rub solution alone; check your solution label for whether a rub is recommended. Never clean with tap water, even as a quick rinse.
- Store in fresh solution overnight: Place the lens in a clean case and fill with fresh solution. Do not top off old solution. Common mistake: reusing solution from the previous night, which reduces disinfection. Replace your lens case at least every three months, and let it air-dry between uses.
- Follow a weekly replacement schedule: Mark the date you opened a pair. Replace the pair at the end of week two, or sooner if the lens feels uncomfortable or looks cloudy. Common mistake: waiting for a lens to tear before replacing it. Write the open date on the box or set a phone reminder so the two-week mark is not a guess.
- Rotate your 6-pack deliberately: Keep the current pair in the case and the unopened lenses in the box. Do not mix old and new lenses from different pairs. Common mistake: opening a new box before finishing the current one, which makes the schedule hard to track. A 6-pack is three pairs; count pairs, not boxes, when planning reorders.
Product facts
- Soflens 38 - 6 Pack: Soflens 38 is a 1–2 week disposable soft contact lens with 6 visibly tinted lenses per box, made from 62% polymacon. The visible tint helps you find a dropped lens, and the 1–2 week wear window sets your replacement calendar.
Soflens 38 - 6 Pack
