Just as we are born with a variety of hair colors, genetics also determine the color of our eyes. They come in various shades and mixtures of brown, blue, green, hazel, etc. This colored portion of the eye is known as the iris — which is situated behind the cornea i.e. the clear, outermost layer of the eye. And just as many of us are interested in changing the color of our hair, a lot of people have a desire to change the color of their eyes. Unfortunately, the procedure to do so is not simple and there are serious risks involved. In fact, iris implants for cosmetic-only purposes are currently not legal in the U.S. Out of sheer desperation and ignorance, people travel to countries like Mexico, Panama, and India to undergo the surgery. Online marketing persuades such individuals by downplaying the risks, claiming the procedure is safe and similar to a cataract surgery. Read More.