Glasses are an indispensable accessory for anyone with vision problems.
It’s essential to take good care of your glasses and, above all, to keep your lenses clean and scratch-free, so that you can see clearly and minimize eye strain.
There are a few good habits we can adopt so that we don’t damage our lenses and to avoid worsening our vision.
When our glasses are properly centered and straight, for example, we know we’re getting the best support for our vision and that our lenses and frames will last a long time.
- Hold your glasses by the temples with both hands, not just one, to avoid weakening the hinges.
- Avoid pushing them up your nose so as not to damage the frame finish or nose pads.
- Always clean your lenses with a proper cloth. (You can get microfiber wipes from your optician or at your local pharmacy or supermarket.) You may use water and soap or a delicate cleaning solution. We do not recommend using your clothes to clean your lenses because they may not be completely clean and could leave scratches on the lens that could blur your vision. Never use paper tissues!
- Do not use eyewear retainers to hang your glasses around your neck. These are not very safe, and your glasses can come into contact with just about anything.
- Do not leave your glasses on top of our head. They can fall and get damaged or misshapen.
- Have your glasses adjusted once or twice a year. We recommend visiting your optician frequently to check wear and tear and to adjust the hinge screws. An extra visit could extend the life of your glasses!
- Take off your glasses before using hairspray, perfume or cologne. The alcohol content could harm the lenses and the frames.
- Always store your eyewear in a hard-shell case.
In short, the things you should never, ever go without if you wear glasses are: a microfiber cloth, a cleaning solution, a hard-shell case and, of course, a good optician you can trust!