Eyeglasses are a necessary part of daily life for many North Americans. In the U.S. alone, more than six out of every 10 adults wear some form of corrective lenses, be that over-the-counter reading glasses, prescription glasses or contact lenses. Glasses not only correct our vision, they also play an important role in protecting our eyes, so it’s very important… Continue reading The Protective Benefits of Wearing the Right Eyeglasses
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Tips for Picking Eyeglass Frames if You’re a Woman Over Age 50
Just because you’re a “woman of a certain age” and you wear glasses, you’re not doomed to bifocals, glasses hung from chains around your neck, or the pastel frames you bought back in the 80s. If you pick the right eyeglass frames, you could actually trim years off your look. On the other hand, picking the wrong ones or keeping… Continue reading Tips for Picking Eyeglass Frames if You’re a Woman Over Age 50
Choosing Sunglasses for the Whole Family
In the eyewear industry, nonprescription fashion sunglasses are called plano. It’s a huge category that offers many choices in styling, frame materials and designer names. But, besides the fact that fashion sunglasses make you look cool, they serve the very important purpose of shielding your eyes from the sun’s harmful UV rays and every member of the family should have… Continue reading Choosing Sunglasses for the Whole Family
Occupational Bifocals and Trifocals are Made for Specific Jobs
When you undertake a particular job, you may need occupational lenses, which are not designed for everyday wear. Occupational bifocals and trifocals are made for specific jobs. These special-purpose eyeglasses are specifically suited for work situations. By placing the near, intermediate and far vision zones on certain areas of the lens, specific jobs are made easier. Anyone over the age… Continue reading Occupational Bifocals and Trifocals are Made for Specific Jobs
The Importance of Wearing Your Sunglasses All Year Long
If you’re a little older and your eyes are sensitive to bright light, you’re probably already used to wearing your sunglasses outside year ‘round. Others may not realize the importance of keeping their sunglasses handy, even during the winter months. The importance of wearing your sunglasses all year long cannot be over-emphasized. Here’s why. UV Rays Unfortunately cloud cover doesn’t… Continue reading The Importance of Wearing Your Sunglasses All Year Long
Eyeglasses Can Help Shape Your Image
People usually recognize you by your face, so the eyeglasses you choose to wear become part of who you are. Eyeglasses can help to shape your image, that is, glasses can help people to see the real you or they can help to create the image of yourself you want them to see. To do that, you need to find… Continue reading Eyeglasses Can Help Shape Your Image
Choose Eyewear That Makes You Look Younger
The older we get, the more likely we are to need eyeglasses. If glasses must be worn all the time, they also become an important fashion accessory. The wrong eyewear frames can date us and make us look our age. For a more youthful look, choose eyewear that makes you look younger by considering frame style and colour. An Eyewear… Continue reading Choose Eyewear That Makes You Look Younger
Reading with Proper Lighting Helps to Avoid Eye Strain
Reading in the dark won’t cause permanent damage to your eyes, but it can lead to short term problems, such as headaches and eye strain, that are totally avoidable. Whether you’re reading a paperback book, an e-reader or on a tablet, you should know why reading with proper lighting helps to avoid eye strain. The following are some reading environment… Continue reading Reading with Proper Lighting Helps to Avoid Eye Strain
Next Optical Adds Givenchy Eyewear to Their Collection
The Givenchy eyewear collection is characterized by the style of the fashion house. Both the prescription eyeglasses and the sunglasses line aim to show the true spirit of the person who wears them. Givenchy combines up-to-date lens technology with craftsmanship, which can be seen in the metal inserts of the hinges. Givenchy glasses feature elegant and striking designs that provide… Continue reading Next Optical Adds Givenchy Eyewear to Their Collection
Causes of Watery Eyes and What You Can Do About It
Watery eyes are not usually something you need to be concerned about but it can be annoying when you feel that you are constantly dabbing your eyes with a tissue. Tears are essential for the nourishment and lubrication the human eye. Whenever you blink, you’re washing your eyes with tears produced by the lacrimal glands in your upper eyelids. These… Continue reading Causes of Watery Eyes and What You Can Do About It
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