Optometry at SKEYE
Doctor-led eye care in two Southern California homes — in person on Melrose, and now in Old Pasadena inside Olive Young.
Where Eye Health Meets Beauty
Every exam at SKEYE goes beyond reading a chart. We assess the full health of your eyes, screen for dry eye, and tailor your prescription — all in a calm, design-forward setting that feels nothing like a waiting room.
Now we see patients two ways: full-service in person on Melrose, and through doctor-led remote exams at our Old Pasadena studio inside Olive Young. Same doctors. Same standards. Two ways to come see us.
Two locations. One standard of care.
SKEYE Melrose — Full-Service Clinic
Inside Hapa Kristin 8022 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (213) 933-8578
Comprehensive in-person eye exams, contact lens fittings, same-day colored contacts, and advanced dry eye therapy (IPL + RF). Insurance accepted. This is also home to our aesthetics and wellness services.
SKEYE Old Pasadena — Remote Eye Care Studio
Inside Olive Young 58 W. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 365-8030
Doctor-led remote eye exams in the heart of Old Pasadena. A SKEYE technician guides you through your imaging and testing on-site, and your SKEYE optometrist examines you live. Comprehensive exams, contact lens fittings, same-day Hapa Kristin colored contacts, and dry eye evaluations — all without leaving the neighborhood. Self-pay only.
Remote, never impersonal.
Our Old Pasadena exams use the same doctors and the same clinical standards as Melrose — just delivered through a smarter setup. Here's what a visit looks like:
1 · Come in to Olive Young
A SKEYE technician greets you in our Old Pasadena studio and captures your measurements and ocular imaging on advanced diagnostic equipment.
2 · Meet your doctor, live
Your licensed SKEYE optometrist reviews everything and examines you in real time over secure, private video — answering your questions exactly as they would in the room.
3 · Leave with your plan
Your prescription is finalized, your lenses are fitted, and your next steps are set before you walk out.
It's a full doctor's exam — built for how people actually live in LA.
Eye Exams
Available in person on Melrose and remotely in Old Pasadena.
What it’s for:
Routine eye health evaluation, vision changes, preventative care
Benefits:
A full eye exam that assesses vision and eye health, paired with personalized guidance for glasses to support clear, comfortable, everyday vision.
What it’s for:
Eye health evaluation and contact lens wear
Benefits:
Includes a comprehensive eye exam and contact lens assessment to ensure clear vision, proper fit, and safe, comfortable contact lens use.
Starting at $175
additional fee toric, mono, multifocal + training
What it’s for:
Patients who have had a comprehensive eye exam within the past year and need a new or renewal of contact lens prescription
Benefits:
Reviews vision, lens fit, and eye surface health to safely renew or adjust a contact lens prescription without repeating a full eye exam.
What it’s for:
Dry, irritated, burning, or fluctuating vision; contact lens discomfort; chronic redness
Benefits:
A focused evaluation to identify the underlying causes of dry eye and create a personalized treatment plan. Includes assessment of tear quality, gland function, and lifestyle factors to guide targeted therapy.
Dry Eye Treatments
Available at SKEYE Melrose. Old Pasadena patients can be evaluated remotely and referred to Melrose for treatment.
What it’s for:
Dry eye disease, meibomian gland dysfunction, ocular inflammation, redness
Benefits:
Reduces inflammation and improves oil gland function to restore tear quality and comfort — while also softening redness, improving skin clarity around the eyes, and supporting a brighter, more refreshed appearance.
What it’s for:
Chronic dry eye, gland blockage, eyelid laxity, poor tear quality
Benefits:
Gently heats and stimulates meibomian glands to improve tear stability and comfort, while tightening periocular skin, enhancing eyelid firmness, and creating a smoother, more youthful eye area.
What it’s for:
Chronic dry eye, meibomian gland dysfunction, ocular inflammation, poor tear quality
Benefits:
Combines IPL and radiofrequency to reduce inflammation, improve oil gland function, and restore tear stability for lasting dry eye relief. Integrated thermal therapy supports healthier gland flow while also tightening periocular skin and softening redness for a refreshed eye area.
Insurance Accepted
We accept major vision and medical plans at SKEYE Melrose, including VSP / EyeMed, UnitedHealthcare, and Cigna. Not sure if you're covered? We'll help you check before your visit.
Our Old Pasadena remote studio is self-pay only — straightforward, transparent pricing with no insurance paperwork.
SAME DAY COLORED CONTACT LENS EXAMS
Unlock a world of color with a SKEYE colored contact lens prescription. At both Melrose and Old Pasadena, we carry FDA-cleared Hapa Kristin lenses on-site — so in most cases you can be fitted and leave the same day.
If your contact lens prescription is current, we offer an expedited colored contact fitting at a reduced fee. If it's expired, a full contact lens exam comes first. Either way, the goal is a safe, comfortable fit — and a same-day look whenever possible.
USA FDA Cleared Color contact lens
Hapa Kristin Lenses
FAQ
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Most adults need a yearly exam, even when vision feels stable.
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Yes. At our Old Pasadena studio, a SKEYE technician performs your imaging and testing on-site while your licensed SKEYE optometrist examines you live over secure video. You get the same doctor and the same clinical standards as Melrose — just closer to home.
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Choose Melrose for full in-person exams, dry eye treatment (IPL/RF), aesthetics, and wellness. Choose Old Pasadena for doctor-led remote eye exams, contact lens fittings, and colored contacts inside Olive Young.
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Yes — full prescriptions for both, at either location.
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Yes — we screen for conditions like dry eye, glaucoma, and more.
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Yes. Even without a glasses prescription, a contact lens exam ensures your lenses fit safely and comfortably. At both our locations we can often fit you and send you home with same-day colored contacts.
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If your contact lens prescription is current, we offer an expedited colored contact fitting at a reduced fee. If it's expired, a full contact lens exam is required first.
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Nearly everyone experiences some dryness, which is why every SKEYE exam includes a dry eye screening to keep you comfortable long-term.
Enhance your natural beauty and experience rejuvenation at Skeye. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and discover the transformative benefits of our personalized treatments.
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