When you're building a next-level Halloween look, cosplay, or photoshoot, it's all in the eyes. But if you're choosing between blind, mesh, and white sclera contacts, it can get a little confusing. Each of these lens types offers a totally different effect — both in terms of appearance and vision.
Here’s what you need to know to pick the right lens for your look.
Blind Lenses: Maximum Impact, Minimal Vision
Blind lenses are exactly what they sound like — they fully cover both your iris and pupil, creating a completely opaque effect. These are the ones you’ve seen in horror looks where the eye appears totally white, red, or another solid colour.
They deliver a super dramatic, unnatural stare — perfect for:
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Zombies
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Ghosts
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Possessed characters
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Creepy cursed looks
Vision note: Because they cover the pupil, they significantly blur or even block your vision. They're best for short-term wear, like photoshoots or costume reveals, rather than all-night events.
Mesh Lenses: A Balance Between Look and Sight
Mesh lenses also cover the iris and pupil, but instead of being fully opaque, they’re designed with a perforated pattern — think of tiny holes in the lens material. This allows you to see through them, but with slightly reduced clarity.
They create a foggy or pixelated effect when looking through them, but still give that spooky, lifeless eye appearance from the outside. Ideal for when you want the blind-eye effect but still need some visibility.
Great for:
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Subtle undead or demon looks
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Long-wear costumes where you still need to move around
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Cosplays that require creepy detail without sacrificing too much comfort
White Sclera Lenses: Full Eye Coverage, Clear Sight
White sclera lenses are part of the sclera contacts family — meaning they’re much larger than standard lenses. These cover the entire visible part of the eye, including the whites (aka the sclera), leaving only the pupil area clear.
This means you get a super dramatic effect, like fully white eyes or blackout looks, but your vision remains mostly unaffected.
Perfect for:
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Aliens
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Demons
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Extreme horror makeup
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Full-character transformations
They’re more intense than regular coloured contacts, but easier to see through compared to blind or mesh styles.
Choosing the Right Lens for Your Look
Each lens type delivers a different level of drama and visibility, so the right one depends on what your costume needs — and how much you need to see. Blind for impact, mesh for balance, white sclera for full eye freak-outs with clear vision.
Still not sure which to pick? We’re always here to help you find the most comfortable, striking lens for your event, photoshoot, or party.
Not sure which lens fits your look? Browse our full range of sclera contacts and coloured contacts or message us for help choosing the perfect style. Whether it’s creepy, cursed, or full-on horror — we’ve got you covered!