What are occupational lenses? Put simply, they are lenses designed for work. However, not every lens works equally well for every kind of job we do. Some are more comfortable for working at a computer and other digital devices, others for reading paper documents, others for working outdoors… In this post we explain what occupational … Read more
Photochromic lenses have been a major breakthrough for both sunglasses and prescription glasses, because they can adapt to the light outdoors and darken in a matter of seconds. But… what do we mean when we say they adapt so quickly? Quite simply, photochromic lenses are able to darken or lighten depending on the amount of … Read more
For anyone with less-than-perfect eyesight, making your glasses last longer really matters. We all want our glasses to stay with us for as long as possible, so we can wear them with pride and get the most out of them. The truth is that they are a fragile accessory: from a simple scratch to a … Read more
Thinned or high-index lenses are lenses that are made thinner during manufacturing so that they fit the frame you like better. Every prescription lens corrects your vision by bending light, and the stronger the prescription, the more material the lens needs to do it. A high-index lens gives you exactly the correction you need, but … Read more
Please note: this article is for information only. Astigmatism can only be diagnosed, and your prescription determined, by an optometrist or an ophthalmologist. If you notice changes in your vision, book an eye examination. Do your eyes tire easily when you read or drive? Do letters look slightly blurred or “stretched”, or do car headlights … Read more
If you have invested in a good pair of glasses, whether they carry your prescription, a blue light filter, an anti-reflective coating or any other treatment, it is only natural that you want to keep them in perfect condition for as long as possible. Looking after your lenses properly does not just keep them free … Read more
Introduction Glasses have become an essential accessory for many people, not only because they correct our vision but also as a style statement. However, like any other object, the lenses in your glasses wear out over time. In this article I will help you work out when it is the right time to replace the … Read more
Getting a new prescription from your optometrist or eye doctor can be exciting, especially if you are about to treat yourself to new glasses or contact lenses! However, working out what all those numbers and abbreviations mean can feel like trying to read a foreign language. Don’t worry: it is not as complicated as it … Read more
Turning 40 can feel like a big step, but it is also the moment when you reach your peak, both personally and professionally. And yet, just as everything seems to be moving forward, you start to notice that, physically, certain things do not work quite as well as they used to. If you are thinking … Read more
The most common eye diseases. What are they? We have always heard that it is very important to have your eyes checked or to take care of your eyes. This is not something we should take lightly, as our eyes are the organs we use most in our lives, along with our ears. Through no … Read more
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