Black contact lenses are already being sold in the market like hot cakes. They are also known as gothic contact lenses.

This is because these are lenses that are usually worn by gothic individuals and those are into vampires, darkness and even those who are into emotionally motivated output (EMO) trend.

Youths are mostly the ones buying this kind of contact lens because it gives off a look that it not typical. It is extraordinary in other words.

More than just being tinted with the color black, these lenses comes in different colors and styles.

Black Sclera

If you are into Asian horror movies and the likes, you will be familiar with this kind of lenses. These are the pitch black types of special effect contacts that when worn will give an effect that the eyes are only but an eye ball.

It is a huge contact lens that will probably cover the white portion of the eye and gives an eerie feeling because of the personality it exudes. Wear it walk on the streets and people will really give you a second look for that. It is really creepy and freaky but if you are into attention grabbing scheme, then this will really fit into your personality.

Bear in mind though, there might be some discomfort that you will feel when wearing this lens. Since most of the black lens is being custom-made, if you will simply buy one in the nearest novelty eye shop, it will not have the exact size that will fit your eyes. Hence, you may have to adjust your contacts from time to time. Also, bring a compact mirror so that if in any case, the contacts were dislocated, you can easily adjust it.

Pinhead Blackout

Are you familiar with the movie Hellraiser? This is the movie that popularized the pinhead black out type of black contacts. This pinhead black out is designed to look exactly like the iris of people. But the most attractive part of this lens is the clear pupil that is in contrast with the black iris. Hence, when you look to the eye of the person wearing it, you can’t simply fail to be amazed by how the pupil is clear when the iris is deep black in color. This is another mysterious and creepy style to wear not just during Halloweens but everyday.

Manson Black Contacts

As the name of this lens implies, this is designed for Marilyn Manson. Although the color is not entirely black, these black contacts have a black lining as its outline for the iris and the pupil. But the color is entirely white. These kinds of the contacts are specifically worn by rock stars in all over America and the world.

Black contact lenses are really designed for theatrical use or worn on special occasions such as Halloween. It is being custom made in order to ensure that added drama and effects are achieved accordingly. But it has to be noted that it may feel a little uncomfortable to wear if it’s unfitting.

Related Guides:

1. Colored Contact Lenses
2. Mirrored Contact Lenses
3. Special Effect Contact Lenses