Contact Lex Shop

NEW Contact Lens Delivery To YOU @ 15% Discount!

2010-12-31T14:00:00.012+08:00

Hey guys!

Ever got caught in a situation when you need your lenses for outing/sports and there wasn't any left? Or you are left with a short supply of lenses and need to restock immediately and the optician tells you that they have no stock at the moment?

I know I had!

Here's a solution for you. I'm offering a subscription-like service previously only limited for my friends, now to everybody else. It was exclusive as it requires alot of trust and coordination. But after doing it for almost 2 years, I have decided to offer it to YOU! :)

How does it work?????

Step 1 : Indicate during your purchase if it's 1 off purchase or it's subscription.
Step 2 : For 1 off purchase, it will be as per normal.
   For subscription, it is slightly more complicated. If you're a 'veteran' contact lens user, you should more or less know how many boxes you need and when you will need a restock again. Different users have different set of schedules. Let me give u an example, John wears Focus daily lenses. He buys from me 4 boxes each time. 4 boxes = 60 days supply however he doesn't wear them everyday and therefore he only needs a restock every 80 days. But in case of delays from Mr Postman, he place his orders of 4 boxes with a subscription of every 70 days. The subscription delivery date will be every 70 days. It may seem a little confusing, but no worries, let me know your situation and I will advice you according.
Step 3 : When the 1st purchases are ready, I'll pass them to you either via mail or COD(cash on delivery). Subsequently by mail. 10 Days before the subscription delivery date, I'll send an SMS to confirm the order and whether to go ahead with the mailing. Any changes could be make there and then(Eg postpone of date). If there's no reply after the 3rd SMS, the lenses will not be sent.

Step 4 : iBank or ATM transfer the payment to POSB Savings 057-41075-2 when you have received the lenses.

Now, is it worth it to go through all these trouble to get your lenses? Yes, said my friends. Settled for once and for all. Necessities like newspaper are on subscription, why not contact lenses? Time spent going to optician to buy lenses could now be use for other activities. No more waiting & worrying. :)

If that's not attractive enough, I am giving a 15% off all lenses to all subscription orders!

Let's look at the amount of savings my dear friend John had over the past 2 years.

   Retail*   W/O Subscription      Subscription
1 x Focus Dailies:   $45       $30.90   $26.26
4 x Focus Dailies:   $180   $123.60 $105.06
Savings Per Order:   $0    $56.40   $74.94
Savings In 1 Year:   Still $0     $253.80      $337.23

*Figures given by John.

I'm not gonna say what you can do with these savings, I'm pretty sure you know. So, why waste it? For more convenience and savings, order from Contact Lex. :)

PS: Greater discounts would be given to bulk orders. Feel free to combine orders with your friends.

Here Are The 3 Easy Steps You Need To Order/Enquire.

2008-10-23T09:47:00.004+08:00

Step 1:

By Phone/SMS => Some of you like it quick, or needs the products urgently. By all means Call/SMS me 83839268. Don't forgot my name's Lex. Haha.

By The Short Little Form => It's not much slower, depending on your luck, I might just be beside a computer when you click SEND on your email. Please include the followings to speed things up. (It's rightttt at the bottom of the site.)

1. Name/Alias/Nickname/First Name/Middle Name/Last Name. (Yea, you get the point.)

2. Email Address. (An easy & cheap way to communiate. :))

3. Contact Number. (A really important thing I need from you. For Final Confirmation and Delivery/Meet Up purposes)

4. Your degree of both eyes. (Like 400(L) & 450(R) ya?)

5. Preferred way of dealing. (Meet up @ a convenient place for us both or Delivery by post-Additional Charge of $3. Check out the Delivery Blog Entry)

6. Are you interested in.... Part 1 (You can check more than 1 box. For example you wanna know about Acuvue and Freshlook, just click on both boxes.)

7. Are you interested in... Part 2 (Indicate the duration of it. So I know what to reply specifically.)

Step 2:

For Enquiries:
I'll answer you questions and clear your doubts as detailed as possible.

For Ordering:
Wait for confirmation from me and date/time of delivery or meet up. Then just reply me with an approval.

Step 3:

For Enquiries:
Okay, by now you're satisfied with all the answers in the world and you decide to order. Easy. Go back to Step 2 for ordering.

For Ordering:
Collection! Either at a place where's it's convenient for both of us or delivery right at your door step. Your choice.

Yay! Job's Done!

Everyone Love Praises, This Is Where I Kept Mine.

2008-10-22T21:28:00.014+08:00

Ladies And Gentlemen,

These are my few(Mostly thank me in SMS or in Person) but growing testimonials from people who were once like you, strangers but now friends. I've added value into their lives and so have they into mine.

Without you, there won't be me. So time and time again, I have exceeded some of your expectations and earned your trust and friendship. This is what I really want to achieve. I think that's enough, anymore words will make this look fake.

Haha. Alright, I just wanna build a win-win relationship between us. Hip Hip Hurray for you and me, and I hope you will make my day with more words of encouragement and praise. THANK YOU!!! =)

Presenting,

1. Idiort(Jef) 02-08-2008
thx for the contact... up for a good friendly seller.. saves me quite a bit.. will buy more from u in future.. i go ask my fren find u.. thx once again...
Lex Says :[My first testimonial, heart felt so warm when I saw it]

2. Maxxtro(Jon) 01-09-2008
upz for a great friendly seller
Lex Says :[Met him at Jurong East MRT, 2 days later I had orders from his friend as well.]

3. Altya1 08-09-2008
Upz for the good and friendly seller!! Thumbs upz for him!
Lex Says :[This guy was really nice, gave him expiring contact lens solution without checking. Was very very sorry for it. But din get any scolding but really kind and friendly words. Now I check everything before it touches your hand.]
More from Altya1
He is a efficient and friendly seller....
Bought from him b4, thumbs up for his services.....
Guys, don miss out this chance to get a gd deal with contact lens from him.... Don get chop off by retailers in the market
Even More from Altya1
haha, Gd seller don need to be humble!
Everyone, this seller is one that would go 1 step further for his customers...
Won regret getting from him.....

4. Tiffany(Siquan) 13-11-2008
Good and friendly seller! Satisfied with his service and products(: Even came down to pass me a free pair of trial lens..
Lex Says :[4th person who comment I am friendly. Maybe I 'm really friendly. Haha.]

5. ello42(Jeremy) 20-11-2008
uppppppz for you
Lex Says :[Rich guy with two houses. I think I must sell 1million boxes of contact lenses then I can afford 2 houses.. :S]

6. urban_closet(Brian) 24-11-2008
Wow, Great service.
Being a typical singaporean, free gifts always endear themselves to me. Great service, thanks! will definitely sarport u!
Lex Says :[Very friendly guy with an understanding mindset. Very pleasant deal :)]

7. Jazreel(Altya1's Friend) 24-11-2008
Great seller who delivers goods at my doorstep (: Thumbs up
Lex Says :[She's now a friend of mine, and teaches me alot of things that I haven't discovered.]

8. DarkSuiyoken(Edwin) 24-11-2008
Rest assured, his contacts are real!
Very sincere and helpful seller man. Nothing bad to say about him.
For buyers who are still hesitant to buy from him. I hope after this feedback, you will know that you are missing out!
Lex Says :[This guy certainly knows how to make good deals better. Before he even decide what he wanted, he already gotten 3 other friends to buy together. And I gave him what he wanted. A really good deal.]

9. Vorpalfrenzy(Mark) 24-11-2008
Bump for great deal! (Mark here, btw)
Lex Says :[Mark is really really smart academically. And he's smart at getting good price for contacts also. Right Mark?]

10. Samantha(Who loves her bed)15-12-2008
Hi Lex,
I appreciate your prompt replies and services. The lens are in perfect condition and you sent them out pretty fast too. :)
Appreciate your effort and freebies! Will defintely get more lens from you. :)
Lex Says :[Hahah!! You made me fly to the moon babe! Becoz it's the first time I receive a comment on my blog and it was totally unexpected. Hah. Really happy that you dropped this sweet note. I'll try to serve everyone EVEN better today on.]

11. YanFang 15-12-2008
thks for the contacts! was sry was a lil late; hope i din hold you up!
Lex Says :[It's really okay for me to wait(Juz a few mins right?), I don't mind. I would rather be early 20 mins than late 2 mins. Trying to be on time, everytime. :)]

12. Krestel(Diana) 16-12-2008
Prompt response and totally great seller !
thanks for the lens lex .. saved me eyes!!
Lex Says :[Thank you too! Very friendly, very witty. Like talking to her. Haha. Hope to see you ard.]

13. Nana 18-12-2008
Hello Lex,
Jus wanna drop a note to say THANKS for the excellent service! Reliable and friendly. :) Will definitely get my future supplies from you and recommend to my friends!
Cheers!!
Lex Says :[Aww, I really appreciate this note. Was really great to serve you. And luckily you had a big bag. Hahah..]

14. Ian 26-12-2008
Hey Lex,
I was a little skeptical at first about buying the lenses from Lex because of the recent news about unlicensed sellers selling non-standardized lenses causing eye problems and such. After a month of using his lenses I had no problems and so placed a second order and wrote this testimonial.
A really nice & friendly guy too, very sincere and helpful.
Don't hold back and place your orders now!
Lex Says :[Ian! Din expect such a great testimonial when you said you were writing me one. Thank you so much bro! Cool to know you.]

15. Jon Tan 12-1-2009
Friendly and prompt seller.
Got my lenses in 5 days.
Lex Says :[Heh. I'll try to get your next orders done in 4 days. Thank you Mr Tan.]

16. Andrew 17-1-2009
Hey Lex, thanks for the lens man way cheaper than outside. Really appreciate your effort man for coming down to my doorstep even though I just order a box from u. Great service. Nice guy even offer me a ride but nah i was just walkking to a provision shop nearby. lol thanks will intro my freind to your lenses thanks man. Get from u more in future defintely
Lex Says :[Hey Andrew!! This is such a sweet testimonial. :) Hahah. It's becoz of people like you that makes me wanna give better service and prices to everyone. Cool buddy. We shld hang out soon.]

17. Mishu 17-1-2009
Very nice, friendly, approachable. Extremely willing to come down all the way to my place and pass me the contacts. Good entrepreneur! Thank you so much Lex :)
Lex Says :[Hey hey.. You're like the first person from LiveJournal to have bought from me. Becoz I juz started my LiveJournal account. Always be remembered as my first customer and friend. Hahahah.. :) ]

18. Anonymous 28-1-2009
Hello thx ur very friendly and approachable and helpful too! you go the extra mile thx so much i will continue to support you!
Thx Lex
Lex Says :[Hmmm, my first Anonymous comment. Can't tell who izzit. Hahah. Just wanna thank you for this sweet little comment and your support. It means alot to me. Maybe one day you will reveal yourself. Hahah.]

19. Fatin 7-2-2009
oh wow. lex. what can i say about him? wow. a very pleasant and patient seller. it was my first time purchasing online and he was patient with me. i asked a lot of questions tho. hope im not a diffcult customer. haha. anyways, it was great doing a transaction with u. i'll definitely recommend u to my friends. YAY.
& of cos lastly, like i said to lex in my sms, "LEX IS A PLEASANT GOODLOOKING SHY PERSON."
HEHE(:
Lex Says :[Nooo, trust me. You arn't difficult at all! And I'm really honored to be your first online seller. Feel so special. Hahah. :P ]

20. UU 25-2-2009
good seller with braces like me. haha. nice dealing with u haha. i'm number 20. (:
Lex Says :[ HAhah!! This dude thought I was an uncle or smth until he saw me. And I find that very amusing. Hahah. ]

21. Chris 24-3-2009
Nice guy, who patiently answered all my questions. Unlike sellers who try to get people to buy more, he even recommand me to stay with my original orders. =) Will recommand to my friends who needs contact lens. =)
Lex Says :[ HeLLo Chris!! I know I made ur day when we met. Thank you so much for making my day now! This is really sweet. :) :) :) ]

22.Kelvin Ang 7-4-2009
Understanding seller. Didn't even ask for payment then posted the lenses to my address. Trustworthy seller! A+++ (lol I feel like I'm writing in eBay)
Lex Says :[ Hahah!! Thank you Kelvin :) Hope to hear from you again soon! ]

23.Yanee 5-5-2009
hey lex,
thanks very much for being patient with me. our schedules clashed but finally got to meet. will definitely get from you again in 3 months!
yanee
Lex Says :[ No problem. :) I had to thank you more! Becoz you came all the way down to my hse to collect it. So nice of ya. Enjoyed serving you! ]

24.Nurain 17-9-2009
Hey there Lex! I know it's been a month now after I received my lenses. I've been stuck with endless reports. Zzzz. Anyway, thank you so much for coming all the way down to my place. I really appreciate it! Will definitely deal with you more in the future! :D
Lex Says :[ Hey Nurain!! :)))) I'm sooooo glad you wrote me this Thank You note. It's things like this that kept me going. I have also been soooo busy and my service standards have dropped quite a bit. I sincerely apologize to everyone whom I have served not up to standard. And I thank you all for being so understanding.]

25. Hafriz 20-10-2009
Nice car, Lex :p 2nd time dealing with you, and i'll definitely get you again for my future lens purchase.
Lex Says :[ Hafriz!! Thanks man :) That's my dreammm car. I had to rush back to office for work if not I would have given u a lift back to your house. Becoz it's so near to Jurong East! Maybe next time alright? Yeah! Keep in touch buddy!]

Waiting for my Number 26.

PS. If you feel uncomfortable with ur name here and wanna be anonymous, please tell me, I'll edit it for you.

A is for Acuvue.

2008-10-19T22:16:00.011+08:00

Let's start of with Acuvue alright?

Here are the different models that's available for you to order.

You can also check them out at this informative website : http://www.acuvue.com/products-home.htm

Enjoy!! =)

1. Acuvue Clear. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $34.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~

(Now Selling @ $31.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

2. Acuvue Oasys. [Bi-Weekly]

~~(Selling @ $52.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $48.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

3. Acuvue 1 Day Moist. [Dailies] ~~(Selling @ $52.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $49.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)

4. Acuvue 1 Day Define. [Dailies] ~~(Selling @ $57.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $53.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)

Let's Add Some Colour To Your Eyes =)

2008-10-16T20:04:00.024+08:00

Ahh, ladies' favourite. But dun be surprise I've got alot of guys who ordered too.

The popular colours are Hazel, Grey and Blue.

Two different brands for you to choose from and here are their respective sites :

FreshLook=> http://www.freshlookcontacts.com/ & FreshKon=>http://www.freshkon.com/

1. FreshLook ColourBlend. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $34 A Box With 2 Lenses)~~

(Now Selling @ $30/Box Containing 2 Lenses)

2. FreshLook Illuminate. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $34 A Box With 2 Lenses)~~

(Now Selling @ $30/Box Containing 2 Lenses)

3. FreshKon Colour Fusion. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $32 A Box With 2 Lenses)~~

(Now Selling @ $28/Box Containing 2 Lenses)

4. FreshKon Alluring Eyes. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $32 A Box With 2 Lenses)~~

(Now Selling @ $28/Box Containing 2 Lenses)

One and Only Air Optix

2008-10-16T19:55:00.017+08:00

For this brand, I only have it's Air Optix model(3Pcs/Box), as always,

I'll give you a webbie for you to find out more about the Lens.

There you go http://www.airoptix.com/

1. Air Optix. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $32.90/Box Containing 3 Lenses)~~

(Now Selling @ $29/Box Containing 3 Lenses)

Due to the unique packaging of the box, it's recommended that you buy 4 boxes at a go.
A total of 4 boxes will last you for 6 Months at a special price of ~~$116.00~~
Now $99.90

Bausch And Lomb/Soflens.

2008-10-16T18:07:00.024+08:00

Familiar with this brand??? Most probably so.

This is one of the more well known and popular brands in the market. If it doesn't ring a bell, here's a site you can go to : http://www.bausch.com/en_US/default.aspx

1.Soflens 38. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $34.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $30.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

2.Soflens 59. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $34.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $30.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

3.Soflens 66 Toric. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $75.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $70.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)
(Note: 1-2 weeks to be ready)

4.Soflens Dailies. [Dailies] ~~(Selling @ $48.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $43.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)

Biomedics For You??

2008-10-16T17:49:00.022+08:00

Lemme show you what I have for you by Biomedics.

If you are in the mood for some reading, by all means check out this site : http://www.coopervision.com/us/patient_clensesbycat.asp?id=11

1. Biomedics 38. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $35.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $30.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

2. Biomedics 55. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $35.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $30.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

3. Biomedics 55 Evolution. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $37.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $33.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

4. Biomedics Toric. [Monthly] ~~(Selling @ $75.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $70.90/Box Containing 6 Lenses)

5. Biomedics 1 Day. [Dailies] ~~(Selling @ $38.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $33.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)

F is for ........ Focus.(I know what you are thinking!!)

2008-10-15T23:42:00.015+08:00

*Drum Rolls... Introducing the most popular Daily Lens I'm offering, Focus Dailies!!!

For more information to quench ur curiousity, please check out this site here: http://www.focusdailies.com.sg/about.html

Focus Dailies. [Dailies] ~~(Selling @ $35.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)~~
(Now Selling @ $30.90/Box Containing 30 Lenses)

FAQ. It's About Time I Make 1.

2008-10-14T22:39:00.000+08:00

Okay, here are the most frequent questions I have received and I would like to save the next guy some trouble by posting the answers here.

1. Ask you ar, where do you get your lenses from and are they safe to use?
Ans: I get them from my supplier, who gets them from the main manufacturers. That's why you don't get expiring(Last At Least 2 yrs) lenses as they are "fresh" from the source.

2. Okay cool, I'm new to contact lenses, what do I need to do before I buy from you?
Ans: As I don't own an optical shop, I can't check your eyes and get your prescription for you. So what I suggest is to visit your previous optician to get the degree and his recommendation of which brand of lenses you should use. Then you come to me to get a great deal. :)

3. If I'm buying bulk together with my friends, can you give us an even greater deal?
Ans: Of course! I love to give discount and freebies. Ask those who bought from me. They will know. Haha.

4. Wow, do you sell multi-purpose solution and lens casing too?
Ans: I don't sell the solution as it's very heavy and bulky to deliver and I can't get a WOW price from my supplier. But if you want, I can get them for you too. As for lens casing, they are FOC, just request from me and I'll get them for you. Yes, I know most places sell them for $3 per piece.

5. Hey, do you sell _________(Acuvue Astig, Purevision, Air Optix, ETC)?
Ans: Yes, I have almost every brand and model you are looking for. But I wanna display everything as it will make the website really really laggy and hard to navigate. Just drop me an email and I'll give you the pricing for that specific model you are looking for.

6. How long does it take for the lenses to arrive? I need them urgently!
Ans: I don't know why, even I myself have the tendency to do things last min. Hah. So I don't blame you for rushing me to get you your lenses by TOMORROW.
But this is how I work :
1stly, I confirm your orders.
2ndly, I place your orders with my supplier(11am-9pm).
3rdly, It takes 1-7 days(Depending on what you ordered) for it to be ready for collection.
4thly, I collect them from my supplier.(Mostly on Thursday/Friday)
Lastly, I meet/post to you.

7. Icic, so how long will my lenses take to come?
Ans: Here's a rough guide on how long it will take.
-Monthly Lenses => 1-4 Days. (Depending on which brand/model)
-All Astig Lenses =>3-7 Days.
-Dailies/Biweekly Lenses => 1-4 Days.
-Colour Lenses => 1-4 Days.

8. If my question's not answered here, how????????
Ans: Simple,
1.Call/Sms me @91398750.
2.Email me @Lexfromhotmail@gmail.com
3.Fill up the form at the bottom of my blog.

9. Hmm, last question. Did the egg came first or the chicken?
Ans: ..............

Things you would like to know about this little cosy shop

2008-09-20T09:14:00.001+08:00

Hello!

I'm just a little guy with a big dream. After helping some of my close friends to purchase cheaper contact lenses, I realised that Hey I can actually do this for more people. Now I'm bringing these deals that I offer to my friends only to all of YOU.

You not only save money, but also precious time and hassle.

I truly believe in customer service and integrity. So be 100% sure that I'll go out of the way just to make you smile. The products will also be absolutely safe to use(Me and my friends use them too). Exactly what you'll get if you purchase anywhere else.

What you see if what you get.

This is just a little hobby of mine and not my rice bowl or my future source of income. You can rest assure that I have no intend to cheat, con or rip you off. I'm just doing this for the experience I'll get for a mini business and hopefully some friends who will journey thru life with me.

It's almost like a non profitable organization, someday I'll change .com to .org lol.

Alright, so let's just have fun and see where this will lead me. I'm sure when I look back next time, some of the greatest memories will be found right here.

All About Delivery By Post

2008-09-19T10:29:00.002+08:00

Okay! You have the option to choose if you want to receive your Lenses by post or meet up. If you have chosen by post, here's what you need to do.

A delivery charge of $3 will be added to the total bill(More if you are ordering alot). So for example I want a box of Acuvue Clear @$31.90. So total cost will be $34.90.

The date of delivery will be discussed and confirmed over the Phone/SMS/Email. It will vary depending on the availability of the stock and my personal schedule and your ability to rush me. Haha.

Remember to give me your address inclusive of the below information if you opt for this.

1.Street Name.
2.Block or Building Number.
3.Building Name.(If applicable)
4.Unit Number.
5.Postal code.

Thank you!!!

Opening Ceremony!!!

2008-09-15T22:08:00.000+08:00

Hello!!!

Today's the first day for the opening of Contact Lex's Blog.
Everything's still new and in construction. I promise I'll work my a-- off to get this up and running ASAP. Any suggestions or feedback, drop me an email at Lexfromhotmail@gmail.com. It will be greatly appreciated!

Alright, enough talking, time for some action.

Sun's Good For Your Eyes!

2006-01-07T09:45:00.002+08:00

DON’T stare at the sun or you’ll go blind, mothers rightly warn their children. But a few hours of safe playing in the sunlight could, on the other hand, do wonders for their eyesight.
If scientists are right, the antidote to short-sightedness — a blight in Singapore where up to 90 per cent of students reportedly don spectacles by the time they leave school — is something this sunny island has plenty of.

Exposure to bright light for two to three hours daily, such as during outdoor activity, helps regulate the eye’s growth, reducing the risk of myopia in children, an Australian Research Council study has found. And some Singapore doctors subscribe to this. Consultant eye surgeon Dr Jerry Tan has been getting his patients’ children to exercise in the sun for at least 10 minutes a day. “It seems to be stopping the progression of myopia. Anecdotal evidence seems to show a high success rate,” he said.

Lead researcher Professor Ian Morgan of the Australian study told AFP the team was “intrigued” by the difference in myopia rates among Australian and Asian students. Just 20 per cent of Australians need glasses when they leave school. And while 30 per cent of six and seven-year-old Singaporeans had developed the condition, only 1.3 per cent of Australians of the same age did. The figures were similar when comparing children of Chinese descent from both nations, so ethnicity was eliminated as a factor.

What was significant: Here, children spend an average of 30 minutes outside every day, compared with two hours for the average Australian. Both groups spent about the same amount of time reading, watching television and playing computer games, debunking the theory
that flickering screens were ruining children’s eyes, said Prof Morgan.

So, how does sunlight work its magic? Dr Tan cited a German professor who patented a technique using ultraviolet light to stop the eyeball from growing longer (which causes myopia). “The best source of ultraviolet light is the sun,” he said. Dr Chua Wei Han, a consultant ophthalmologist at the Singapore National Eye Centre, said other similar studies have been published. “It’s the outdoor activity that seems to be associated with less myopia, rather than sunlight per se,” he said. “This is also consistent with our eye doctors’ and Health Promotion Board recommendations that outdoor activities are important to help prevent myopia.”

One theory is that just by being outdoors, children are not doing near-work activities — like staring at computer screens — which brings on myopia. But while parents should ensure their kids have more outdoor time, Dr Quah Boon Long, head of ophthalmology at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, warned it might not help prevent myopia in all children as there are many reasons the condition develops.

Interesting eh?? Taken from Today's Paper on the 7th of Jan 2009.