Press in and force a blink. The lens should fall onto your hand or the towel. The lens may come out but remain on the eyelid, finger or thumb. Remove the other lens by following the same procedure. Pinching the lens between the thumb and forefinger is not harmful, provided the fingernails do not contact the lens.
Some people find a mirror helpful when removing the lens.
Cleaning and rinsing are necessary to remove mucus, secretions, films or deposits which may have accumulated during wearing. The ideal time to clean your lenses is immediately after removing them. Disinfecting is necessary to destroy harmful germs. You should adhere to a recommended care regimen. Failure to follow the regimen may result in development of serious ocular complications, as discussed in the 'Warnings' section.