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Transition Lenses 15/02/2020

Transition Lenses – The Pros & Cons

Transition Lenses – The Pros & Cons As a glasses wearer, you’ll no doubt be used to frustration of sunlight. Needing to switch between glasses and sunglasses, back and forth, carrying them both around can be a hassle. Well, the good news is there is a very simple alternative – transition lenses also known as photochromic lenses or reactolights. Transition lenses are not a new creation and were 1st developed at the Corning Glass Works Inc in the 1960’s but the current models have come a long way in terms... Read More

Most Popular Oakley Glasses 31/01/2020
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Most Popular Oakley Glasses 2020

Most Popular Oakley Glasses 2020 2020 is in full swing, and continuing our theme of new & popular designer glasses, here’s our list of top 10 new Oakley Glasses. We’ve put our heads together and picked out our most popular frame styles from Oakley in 2020. As is expected, Oakley continues to lead the way in innovation and style, here’s our top 10 picks! Oakley OX8037 Crosslink Pitch – £89.95 Oakley OX3128 Crosslink Switch – £109.95 Oakley OX5143 Drill Press  – £119.95 Oakley OX5126 Gauge 3.1 – £109.95 Oakley OX5115 Wingfold EVS – £109.95 Oakley OX8105 Pitchman R – £89.95... Read More

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Most Popular Ray Ban Glasses 2020

Most Popular Ray Ban Glasses 2020 2020 is just starting, but it’s going to be a great year for new Ray-ban Glasses. We’ve put our heads together and picked out our most popular frame styles from Ray-Ban in 2020. With so many styles it was hard not to just include them all, but here’s our top 10 picks! Ray-Ban RX7046 Glasses Ray-Ban RX7047 Glasses Ray-Ban RX5184 New Wayfarer Glasses Ray-Ban RX5228 Glasses Ray-Ban RX5154 Clubmaster Glasses Ray-Ban RX3447V Glasses Ray-Ban RX5285 Glasses Ray-Ban RX6355 Glasses Ray-Ban RX8903 Glasses Here is... Read More

Night Time Driving Glasses: 9 Signs & The best Lenses You Can Buy

When you’re on the road and the day turns to dusk it brings its own unique safety challenges, whether you drive a car, ride a bicycle or a motorbike. To help improve your driving experience, we’ve broken down and explained 9 unique signs around how your vision can be impaired at night and the lenses that can assist you. GLARE AND NIGHT DRIVING Arguably, the biggest issue with driving at night is the loss of visibility due to glare. As an example, if you’re dazzled by glare at night when... Read More

02/07/2019
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Difference between bifocal and varifocal lenses?

Confusion sometimes occurs when you try to buy glasses online and want to find the right type of corrective lenses for your particular sight needs. When buying varifocal or bifocal glasses, knowing what each one does and which is the best for you can save you time and money! Bifocal vs Varifocal Lenses: Which Glasses Are Right for You? Shopping for prescription glasses online can be confusing, especially when it comes to choosing between bifocal and varifocal lenses. Understanding the difference can help you find the perfect pair of glasses... Read More

Online Opticians UK Blog Logo 04/04/2019
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How To Clean & Take Care Of Your Glasses – 10 Quick Tips

Everyone’s glasses need a clean from time to time and with regular care & maintenance, there’s no reason your glasses can’t last a lot longer than you think. Here’s 10 quick tips to assist you in cleaning & taking care of your glasses: Clean the lenses and frame regularly with lukewarm water and a drop of mild liquid soap. Dry the lenses with a soft, clean microfibre lens cloth. Clean the lenses frequently with a lens cleaner spray, these build a protective layer. Keep your glasses away from household detergents... Read More

Online Opticians UK Blog Logo 27/01/2019

Essilor Eyezen Lenses – Digital Devices Protection

EYEZEN LENSES Essilor eyezen lenses are enhanced everyday lenses, designed to reduce eye strain when you’re working or socialising on digital devices. So you can continue to do what you enjoy with comfortable vision. A complete range of lenses designed for single vision digital device users, to help relax their eyes from their connected lives today while protecting their visual health for tomorrow. SEE. PROTECT. ENHANCE. EYEZEN BENEFITS Live your digital passions to the fullest with Eyezen lenses. With the combination of two innovations, Essilor Eyezen™ lenses provide visual comfort and protection, even... Read More

Online Opticians UK Blog Logo 14/01/2019
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What are varifocal glasses?

What are varifocal glasses? Varifocal Glasses, also known as varifocal lenses or progressive lenses, are used when you have two prescriptions, one for distance and one for reading. This quick video explains in simple terms varifocal glasses: How do varifocal lenses work? Varifocal lenses work by having a gradual change in strength from the top of the lens to the bottom and multiple focal points in between. The upper part of the lens contains the distance power, the middle of the lens has the intermediate ranges and the lower portion, the... Read More

Online Opticians UK Blog Logo 10/12/2018

Blue Light Blocking Lens Coatings – The good and the bad

Blue Light: the good and the bad How much blue light do we need? And how and when should we be protecting ourselves against it? A debate is raging over the beneficial and the damaging effects of blue light. On the one hand, blue light can be a helpful tool in combating winter depression and insomnia. On the other hand, blue light can permanently damage the human eye. So what’s the deal with blue light? And what has changed about the artificial light we experience every day? Why do our... Read More

Online Opticians UK Blog Logo 27/11/2018

HOYA EnRoute Driving Lenses – Designed Specifically for Motorists

As roads become more congested and we spend an increasing amount of time behind the wheel, our eyes are taking the strain. Hoya EnRoute lenses are designed specifically for motorists, minimising the stress on the visual system and providing a more relaxed driving experience. HOYA EnRoute Pro For the real road professionals For professional drivers, HOYA has developed EnRoute Pro. It offers all the benefits of EnRoute and adds: • A contrast-enhancing filter for improved contrast and colour perception, and even better glare reduction • A lens design that considers... Read More