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Light adjusting lenses are great for many things, like driving, working on the computer, and an active outdoor lifestyle, to name a few. Simply put, they’re a perfectly convenient choice for everyday wear — thanks to their premium...

If you wear prescription glasses, then you’ve probably considered transitions lenses — and if not, we’d like to share a few good reasons why you should.   Are Photochromic Lenses Good for Eyes? Transitions lenses — also known as...

When looking at different types of glasses, it seems that reading glasses and computer glasses each fall under a specific category, leading many to wonder are reading glasses and computer glasses the same? While on the surface reading...

Reviewed by Thomas Stokkermans, OD, PhD on June 23, 2023 At some point as you get older, you will probably need a little help reading smaller text. Age-related changes within your eyes can make it difficult to focus on small print and...

It’s a sunny day, and you’re about to go outside. You’ve already lathered on the sunscreen because you’re familiar with the risks of leaving your skin exposed to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. From sunburn to skin cancer, it’s not...

Wearing sunglasses when you already wear prescription glasses can be tricky. Sometimes it feels easier to forfeit the sunglasses and squint while you’re outside, risking ultraviolet (UV) damage to your eyes (not recommended). Or, when...

With Eyebuydirect, you can easily order progressive lenses online. Chose any of our thousands of frames, and simply select one of our multifocal options at checkout. Get started now, or take a minute to learn a little about our different...

Reviewed by Thomas Stokkermans, OD, PhD on July 13, 2023 When you buy eyeglasses from Eyebuydirect, you can get plastic, polycarbonate, or high-index lenses. Before deciding which type to get, it’s important to understand all the pros and...

What Are Transitions® and Progressive Lenses? With so many lens options available for eyeglasses, it can be hard to decide which features are best for you. Read on to learn more about transition lenses and progressive lenses,...

There are two main types of glare reducing lenses for eyewear: lenses with an anti-reflective coating and polarized lenses. Both help to prevent glare in their own way. Glare reducing lenses can improve vision clarity, help people see...