![]() There are many simple tutorials online that can walk you step by step on how to change the color of your frames. Bedazzling shirts, phone cases, wallets, and much more has been done, so why not your glasses. These gems come in a lot of variety and can be found at most craft stores. You can get packets of gems with strong adhesive on the bottom, therefore allowing you to place them anywhere on the frames of your glasses. Bedazzleĭo you like glitz and glitter? If so, then debazzling your glasses is a perfect fashion statement. If you ever get bored of the design, you can simply peel off the tape and replace it. Simply pick out the decorative tape that speaks to you, and wrap it onto your glasses frames. Now, decorative tape that comes in all shapes and designs is out in stores now. Decorative Tapeīoring grey duct tape is not the only option out there when it comes to tape. DIY crafts are always a great way to cost-effectively personalize your things, including your eyeglasses. If you are bored with your current eyeglasses but don’t want to spend a lot of money on brand new ones, here a few ways to style them up. You should find a pair that fits your lifestyle, is comfortable for long-term wear, and expresses your style.Glasses are capable of being real fashion statements, along with being useful for correcting your vision. Types of Glasses FramesĬhoosing the right eyeglass frames is very important. UV light contributes to the development of cataracts. Adding a UV-blocking dye to your lenses will reduce the number of UV rays that reach your eyes. Think of this as sunblock for your eyeballs. There are permanent anti-fog treatments available, as well as weekly drops to treat your lenses yourself. Anti-fog coating can help eliminate this effect. Anti-Fog CoatingĪnyone with glasses in a cold climate is familiar with the fogging that happens to your lenses. It also makes your lenses nearly invisible so that others can see your eyes through your lenses. This increases comfort and visibility, especially when driving, reading, or using a screen at night. Anti-Reflective CoatingĪnti-reflective coating, also called AR coating or anti-glare coating, eliminates reflections from your lenses. If yours don't, you can usually add it for a small additional cost. Most modern lenses come with scratch-resistance built-in. Scratch-Resistant CoatingĪpplying a clear scratch-resistant coating to the front and back of lenses increases their durability. They’re available in all prescription lens types. They darken when exposed to UV rays, eliminating the need for sunglasses. Photochromatic lenses, commonly known as Transitions, are a popular choice. They will be much more expensive than traditional lenses. This type of lens can take your visual acuity to the next level. HD lenses use computer-controlled surfacing technology to create free-form or wavefront lenses. They may increase visual acuity in some cases. They also reduce unwanted magnification of the wearer’s eyes. This makes them a great choice for stronger prescriptions that need thicker lenses. Aspheric LensesĪspheric lenses are flat and thin. ![]() These lenses are thinner than basic plastic lenses but not as thin and lightweight as high-index lenses. ![]() Similarly, Trivex is a lightweight and durable plastic used in high-risk environments. They’re lightweight and impact-resistant, making them much less likely to crack or shatter. Polycarbonate lenses are standard in safety glasses, sports goggles, and children’s eyewear. High-index plastic lenses are even thinner and lighter than most plastic lenses. Plastic is cheaper, lighter, and safer than glass. Plastic lenses are the most common type because they can produce similar results to glass. They’re still available, but most lenses are made of plastic now. Their substantial weight and potential safety issues have made them unpopular. However, they are very heavy and prone to cracking and shattering. Glass lenses provide excellent visual acuity. Types of Lenses and Lens Treatmentsīesides the standard prescriptions, there are many lens options when choosing your glasses. However, they may also serve as safety glasses in certain low-risk situations. ![]() These are usually fashion accessories that don't have prescription lenses. There has been an increase in the popularity of non-prescription glasses recently. ![]()
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