As we get closer to 2018, it makes sense to start paying attention to the newest trends in prescription eyeglasses. Following these trends will make sure that you look amazing, while still allowing you to see clearly.Always remember: no matter what your personal taste is, you’ll be able to find a pair of glasses to love. That’s especially the […]
Progressive lenses offer a total solution for anyone who is seeking a single pair of eyeglasses to optimize clarity. Before the advent of progressive lenses, people would have to change their eyeglasses for different purposes. When progressive lenses first made their debut in the late 1950s, the multi-purpose construction of progressive lenses captured the attention […]
Wearing glasses is a lot more than a simple medical requirement, it’s more of a lifestyle. We know because there’s a distinct difference between people who choose or have to wear glasses in comparison to those who choose a contact-lens based lifestyle. These are two separate experiences that are solutions to the same problem. In […]
If you have explored even just a little bit of the world of safety products and protective eye wear, you know there is a vast selection of helpful gear to choose from. There seems to be an endless variety of safety glasses available, all playing an important role for a specific type of activity. If […]
The question “can I turn my sunglasses into prescription glasses?” is one that is more common than you might think. Whether you have a high quality frame from an old pair of sunglasses that you want to still get use out of or you need your tinted shades to provide you with corrective lenses, you […]
For those working in dangerous industries, safety is probably one of your valid concerns. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the total number of workers who incurred nonfatal injuries and illnesses at work was close to three million in 2015. Injuries range from minor to more serious. The fatality rate from job-related causes was almost […]
Getting a new pair of prescription eyeglasses can be a wonderful experience but at times, things may not be perfect from the start. You may experience issues like blurriness on one side, headaches, or a number of things while your eyes adjust to the transition period. Here are a few reasons why you may be […]
People who require protective eye wear for their work or hobbies tend to have unique vision and safety needs. After all, just as the person’s protective needs will differ, so too will their level of vision. While some people have 20/20 vision and simply need some durable safety eye wear to shield their eyes from […]
At any given moment, somewhere between fifty and sixty percent of the population wears some form of prescription lenses. It seems like less of us because so many people either wear contacts or have weak enough need for correction to go without most of the time, but the fact of the matter is that fewer […]
Any woman engaging in the type of activity that could potentially harm their eyes most certainly needs to make sure that some of the most vital organs in their body are properly protected. For example, if you are an avid hunter, you want high quality safety glasses that will shield your eyes when shooting. If […]
For those of us who wear eyeglasses, we’ve all been there – suddenly your head starts to ache or you start having regular headaches from your eyeglasses but you are not exactly sure why. In some cases, the fix is something simple that you can do to minimize the chance of getting another headache from […]
When shopping for protective safety equipment, it is common to want to understand the best items on the market. PPE, or personal protective equipment is a long-term investment. It takes an understanding of the protective level required and the quality of the products in question. Consumers want and need to have a thorough understanding of […]
Every face is different, so every glasses fitting should be different as well. We all have a different combination of features, from ear size to cheekbone height which influences how we wear glasses and what our eyewear needs to provide for. Of course, what is available in stores is often heavily influenced by the latest trends. […]
If you need to wear prescription safety glasses, you should make sure that they are as functional as possible. Style matters, but not as much as being able to see clearly even as you drive at night or during sunny days. Too often, bright lights result in glare that actually makes it more difficult to […]
Take a moment to remember science class. Every day opens with a new lesson and ends with a new experiment to try out. Very young children are introduced to science through observation and safe experiments like growing a bean sprout, watching a butterfly transformation, and playing with the light refractions in a prism. As we […]
According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), sunglasses should be much more than a fashion accessory. Statistics tell us that 20 % of cases of cataracts are caused by too much UV exposure. Cataracts blur an individual’s vision. However, this isn’t all the sun’s rays can do to the exposed eyes. NEI states that other […]
It seems like everywhere you turn, you are surrounded by plastic. Plastic chairs, plastic tools, even plastic jewelry is becoming increasingly common. You can’t escape the encroaching plastic reality even if you seek out things specifically named for other materials like silverware, leather anything, wood floors, and eyeglasses. Every one of these items is now […]
Glasses are depicted in media as being somewhat controversial to those who wear them. Children in television notoriously refuse to put them on or lose them or even break them on purpose and vain adults are depicted constantly removing their glasses in order to seem more attractive. You know these presentations of glasses wearing are […]
Transitions, the original color-changing lenses, have gotten an upgrade. Now, they don’t just darken in the presence of UV light – they polarize. This brings a level of clarity previously unknown to this type of lenses. What Are Transitions Lenses? Transitions is a brand name for a type of eyeglass lens that changes its tint […]
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