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Contact Lenses

Don't flush used contact lenses down the toilet or sink, they contribute to microplastic pollution. Any brand of used contact lens, separated top foil, and empty blister pack can be recycled for free through Bausch + Lomb's ONE by ONE program, run with TerraCycle, drop them off at a participating eye doctor's office near you.

Curbside recycling?

No

Not accepted in curbside recycling, the small size and mixed materials mean local recycling can't sort it. Don't flush lenses either.

How to prepare it

  • Separate the top foil from the blister pack before dropping off
  • Search for a participating eye doctor's office near you, the program isn't at every practice
  • Don't include unopened blister packs, contact lens boxes, or unseparated foil/blister combos

Common fees

Free

Quantity limits

Not confirmed

Residency restrictions

Not confirmed

Appointment required?

Not confirmed

Nearby locations

No locations yet for this item

Our facility coverage is still expanding beyond Los Angeles and Houston. Check the retailer/manufacturer programs above, or your city's official page.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I recycle contact lenses?
Don't flush used contact lenses down the toilet or sink, they contribute to microplastic pollution. Any brand of used contact lens, separated top foil, and empty blister pack can be recycled for free through Bausch + Lomb's ONE by ONE program, run with TerraCycle, drop them off at a participating eye doctor's office near you.
Can contact lenses go in curbside recycling?
Not accepted in curbside recycling, the small size and mixed materials mean local recycling can't sort it. Don't flush lenses either.
Last verified 2026-09-22

Programs, hours, fees, eligibility, and accepted materials can change. Confirm details with the facility before traveling.

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