Glasses care

Clean & Care

Easy-to-follow tips for cleaning and maintaining your glasses from our experts.

Clean your glasses regularly

We recommend using a microfiber cloth & lens spray for streak-free lenses.

The right way to handle your glasses

Always use both hands when putting on or taking off your glasses.

Don't leave glasses in the car

Leaving glasses on the dashboard can damage them due to the heat.

Don't stretch your glasses

Putting glasses on top of your headcan mess up their fit, so don’t.

Glasses off? Case on

Always use your case. Not wearing your glasses? Best keep them in their case.

Keep your glasses safe from cosmetics and chemicals

Avoid harmful materials. Spatter, sprays, cosmetics, or perfume scan harm lenses & coatings.

How to clean my glasses - do's and don'ts

Preparing my glasses for cleaning

Use lukewarm water to remove any debris of dust from the lens. Do not use hot water, as high tempratures can damage lens coatings.

What materials are recommended for cleaning?

Clean your lenses using non-abrasive soap (e.g., lotion-free dishwashing liquid). Please note, do not use household cleaning materials or chemicals.

Drying your glasses properly.

Use a microfiber cloth to prevent any scratching to your frame or lenses. Avoid using a shirt or paper towels.

Adjust your fit.

Quick & easy frame adjustments you can make.

Plastic frame

Metal frame

Adjusting temple for tighter fit your Glasses

Soften the temples using hot water (30-60 sec.), then gently bend the tip inwards for a tighter fit.

Adjusting temple for looser fit your Glasses

Soften the temples using hot water (30-60 sec.), then gently bend the tip outwards for a looser fit.

Adjusting temple height for your glasses

Place the glasses on a table. Gently bend down the temple tip that sits higher until glasses are level.

Adjusting temple for tighter fit your Glasses

Simply push the nose pads towards each other until the fit on your nose feels just right.

Adjusting temple for looser fit your Glasses

Push the nose pads outwards for a looser fit.

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Adjusting temple height for your glasses

Place the glasses on a table. Gently bend down the temple tip that sits higher until glasses are level.

Progressive lenses

Getting used to your new pair of progressives.

Adjusting to progressive lenses may take a short period.Initially, some users may experience minor challenges, suchas adapting to different zones for near and far vision.

However, with a brief acclimation period, most individuals find these lenses provide seamless and natural vision, enhancing overall comfort and convenience in daily activities.

Here are some useful tips to help you get used to your new lenses.

Exercise 1

Look straight ahead, and move only your eyes thorugh each area of the progressive lenses. This way, you'll get a better feel for the different fields of vision.

Exercise 2

Look through the top part of your lenses, then focus on something closer as you lower your eyes to the mid-part of the lenses. Then take a book and look through the bottom of the lenses

Exercise 3

Try moving your head and not just your eyes in all directions as you look through the different fields of vision. Remember to use your head to face the direction you wish to look at.

FAQs

Are lenses break-proof ?

All of our lenses ( especially the high index packages) are of high quality, But misusing them or dropping them too many times may still result in breakage. Please note - some frames are more durable then others and protect the lenses more - Plastic are more durable then Rimless for example We also have our safety category - Safety Category That are designed to uphold high standards of durability (ANSI Z87) However , these safety frames and lenses , as durable as they may be, Are not completely break proof, if exposed to extreme conditions.

How do I clean my lenses?

Wash your lenses with lukewarm water and non abrasive soap (such as lotion-free dishwashing soap) do not use hot water as it can damage the lens coating. Then use a microfiber cloth to wipe off and dry your lenses Don't use rough materials like your T-shirt or paper towels.

Is there something I can do to make sure my frames won't bend or break?

Make sure, when you are not using them, to place your glasses in your glasses case. It will make sure they are always protected.

How do I care for progressive lenses

Progressive lenses needs to be handled like every other lens when it comes to taking care of your glasses. Clean them, store them, and care for them.

How do I care for progressive lenses

If you clean your glasses with the appropriate materials, store them in their case at all times, and do not expose them to extreme conditions or stress (like heat or chemicals) , your coatings should be fine. However, If your coatings were exposed and/or got damaged, you can order a new pair, and add our enhanced coverage plan.