In a place like Bali, with sun, humidity, dust, and outdoor activities, the choice often depends on when and how you use your vision correction. At Maison Mata, we usually recommend understanding the strengths and limits of each option rather than trying to replace one with the other.

Bausch + Lomb Ultra contact lens boxes with Biotrue solution, a lens case and black Maison Mata acetate glasses

Contact lenses: practical but use with caution

Contact lenses can be useful for sport, everyday wear or occasional use. A qualified professional should select and fit them for your eyes, prescription and routine. Keep your glasses available and attend the recommended follow-up checks.

Wash and thoroughly dry your hands before handling lenses. Use the cleaning and disinfection system recommended for your lenses, following its instructions; never top up old solution. Clean the case with the recommended solution, let it air-dry and replace it at least every three months, or sooner if advised.

Remove lenses before showering or swimming: water can carry organisms that cause serious eye infections. For swimming, prescription goggles are an option. When travelling, carry your glasses and the recommended lens-care supplies; do not replace lens solution with water.

Myopia, Hyperopia Explained

Daily disposable contact lenses are used once, then discarded. Reusable lenses need the prescribed cleaning and replacement routine. The suitable type and wearing time depend on your eyes and professional advice.

Glasses: vision correction and daily wear

Glasses are a practical everyday option: they do not sit on the eye and need no contact-lens care routine. Comfort depends on the prescription and fit. For sports that require eye protection, use appropriate protective eyewear.

Contact lenses correct vision directly on the eye. A professional fitting, careful hygiene and the right wearing schedule help reduce risks; they do not remove them entirely.

Optician’s advice

Glasses are a practical everyday option: they do not sit on the eye and need no contact-lens care routine. Comfort depends on the prescription and fit. For sports that require eye protection, use appropriate protective eyewear.

Contact lenses can be useful for sport, everyday wear or occasional use. A qualified professional should select and fit them for your eyes, prescription and routine. Keep your glasses available and attend the recommended follow-up checks.

Free eye exams with qualified optometrists are available at Maison Mata Canggu, Ubud and Sanur. Allow 20 to 30 minutes for the exam and advice on your prescription lenses. Eye exams are not available at Seminyak.

A vision check measures your eyesight and helps determine a suitable prescription. It does not replace a medical eye examination.

Optician in Bali

Our qualified optometrists in Canggu, Ubud and Sanur provide contact-lens assessments and fitting, including guidance on handling. Our team can also explain the available lenses and their care requirements.

Visit Us!

Our Canggu, Ubud, Seminyak and Sanur boutiques are open. Eye exams are available in Canggu, Ubud and Sanur. Our Handmade workshop is in Canggu.

Our Uluwatu, Pererenan and Lombok boutiques are scheduled to open on 15 November 2026. Eye exams will be available in Uluwatu and Lombok, but not in Pererenan.

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    Maison Mata Komodo Rise Olive olive green acetate rectangular sunglasses, front view with polarized lenses Maison Mata Komodo Rise Olive olive green acetate rectangular sunglasses, side temple view

    Komodo Rise Olive

    Komodo Rise Olive

    Rp 1.700.000,00
    Rp 1.700.000,00
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    Maison Mata Sumba Hills Black Sun black and yellow tortoiseshell acetate square sunglasses, front view with polarized lenses Maison Mata Sumba Hills Black Sun black and yellow tortoiseshell acetate square sunglasses, side temple view

    Sumba Hills Black Sun

    Sumba Hills Black Sun

    Rp 1.700.000,00
    Rp 1.700.000,00
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    Maison Mata Cove Onyx Night black acetate oval sunglasses, front view with polarized lenses Maison Mata Cove Onyx Night black acetate oval sunglasses, side temple view

    Cove Onyx Night

    Cove Onyx Night

    Rp 1.700.000,00
    Rp 1.700.000,00
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    Maison Mata Bali Blue Olive olive green acetate butterfly sunglasses, front view with polarized lenses Maison Mata Bali Blue Olive olive green acetate butterfly frame, side temple view

    Bali Blue Olive

    Bali Blue Olive

    Rp 1.700.000,00
    Rp 1.700.000,00
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