Corrective lenses designed for vision correction, enhanced with thematic designs for use during the Halloween season, represent a specific type of medical device requiring professional fitting and a valid prescription. These lenses combine the functionality of vision correction with the aesthetic appeal of costume enhancements. An example includes lenses correcting myopia while featuring a cat-eye design.
The importance of professionally prescribed and fitted corrective lenses for cosmetic purposes cannot be overstated. Benefits include minimizing the risk of corneal abrasion, infection, and other serious ocular complications. Historically, the unregulated sale of decorative lenses has led to preventable eye injuries, underscoring the necessity of obtaining these products only through licensed eye care practitioners.