Eyeglasses News, Advice, and Tips

Choosing the right lens material affects how your glasses feel, function, and perform over time. If you care about comfort, safety, or clear visuals, it’s good to know your options. This way, you can pick what fits your lifestyle...

Anti-reflective (AR) coating is a thin layer that goes on lenses. It reduces reflections. This makes your vision clearer and more comfortable. This feature is popular in eyewear. Before you decide if this coating is right for you, it’s good...

Sunglasses are not only a stylish accessory but also an essential tool for protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays. To ensure they continue to serve both functions effectively, proper cleaning is key. Smudges, dirt, and grime can quickly...

From the cheesy red and blue lenses of mid-20th-century cinema to the sleek, sophisticated digital glasses of today, 3D glasses have undergone a fascinating evolution. They’re more than just a trend. They use clever optical technology to...

Reviewed by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on 12/2/2024  What Are Aspheric Lenses? Aspheric optical lenses are flatter than regular eyeglass lenses. They have less curvature than traditional spherical eyeglass lenses. Aspherical lenses also have a...

When you get a new vision prescription, certain terms and abbreviations can feel a bit technical and even confusing. One of those terms may be “plano.” If you’ve ever seen this word on your prescription and wondered what it means, you’re...

Trifocal lenses are multifocal eyeglass lenses equipped with three different corrective powers. One power is for distant vision correction, one is for intermediate, and one is for near vision. If you have trouble seeing clearly at any...

If you wear glasses, you’re probably no stranger to the frustration and inconvenience of foggy lenses. Whether you’re wearing a mask or moving from cold weather into a warm room, foggy glasses can hinder your vision and become a...

The past year and a half has kinda felt like the biggest traffic jam ever, but things are finally opening back up and we’re starting to see a light at the end of the tunnel. That means it’s time to see our favorite people again (IRL!). It’s...

There’s nothing like cruisin’ in your car at sunset — tunes turned up, windows rolled down. We can already smell the fresh night air. The one thing we can do without? Headlight glare. Squinting and driving don’t mix, so we put together a...