MyEyeBB appears in the FDA’s establishment registration database as a soft contact lens product, not as an eye drop. The listing is held by METI OPTICAL INC (Registration Number 3043022738) and covers “lenses, soft contact, daily wear” under the proprietary name “Myeyebb.” This means the company has registered with the FDA as a contact lens manufacturer or distributor, but that registration is not the same thing as FDA approval, and it’s worth understanding what the difference means for you.
Registration vs. Approval: What the Difference Means
FDA establishment registration is a legal requirement for companies that manufacture or distribute medical devices in the United States. It tells the FDA the company exists and what products it handles. It does not mean the FDA has reviewed the product for safety, tested it, or endorsed it in any way. Think of it like registering a car: the DMV knows the car exists, but that doesn’t mean it passed an inspection.
FDA approval (or in the case of most contact lenses, FDA clearance through a process called 510(k)) involves the agency actually reviewing data showing a product is safe and effective. A search of the FDA’s 510(k) clearance database does not return a clearance specifically for MyEyeBB-branded lenses, which means the product’s safety profile has not been independently evaluated by the agency.
Who Makes MyEyeBB
The company behind MyEyeBB is UNITEMAN TECHNOLOGY (HK) LIMITED, headquartered in Wanchai, Hong Kong. The brand sells colored and cosmetic contact lenses online, primarily direct to consumers. Because colored contact lenses are classified as medical devices in the United States, they legally require a valid prescription, even if worn purely for cosmetic reasons with no vision correction. Any retailer selling them without requiring a prescription is operating outside U.S. law.
If You’re Asking About Eye Color-Changing Drops
Some people searching for MyEyeBB may be looking for information about eye drops that claim to change iris color. These are a separate category of product, and no eye color-changing drops of any brand have received FDA approval. The FDA has taken enforcement action against companies marketing such drops. In October 2024, the agency issued a warning letter to Fancy Drops Beauty LLC, stating that its eye-color-altering drops are not “generally recognized as safe and effective” and cannot be legally sold without an approved drug application.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has been blunt about these products: no one should use them. The drops typically claim to reduce melanin in the iris, but destroying pigmented cells in the eye can cause inflammation, increased eye pressure, glaucoma, light sensitivity, and permanent vision loss. Unregulated manufacturing also raises the risk of contamination and serious eye infections. Because the eye lacks many of the body’s natural protective barriers, contaminated or harmful products applied directly to the eye carry outsized risk compared to products used on the skin.
What to Look For in Safe Contact Lenses
If you’re considering cosmetic contact lenses from any brand, a few things matter. First, the product should have its own FDA 510(k) clearance number, which you can verify on the FDA’s public database. Second, you should need a prescription to buy them, even for non-corrective lenses. A retailer that skips this step is a red flag. Third, lenses manufactured overseas and sold directly through websites can bypass quality controls that U.S.-cleared products must meet.
Poorly made or improperly fitted contact lenses can cause corneal abrasions, infections, and in severe cases, permanent damage to your vision. Some users of discount cosmetic lenses have reported discomfort and irritation, which can be early signs of a poor fit or low-quality materials. These symptoms shouldn’t be ignored, as even minor corneal scratches can become serious if they get infected.
The bottom line: MyEyeBB has an FDA establishment registration for soft contact lenses, but that registration alone does not confirm the product has been reviewed or cleared for safety by the FDA.