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Official Optica Blog — glasses
What are Progressive Lenses and how do they work?
What are Progressive Lenses? Progressive lenses are a type of lens that provide multiple focal points for clear vision at different distances. Unlike traditional bifocal lenses, which have a visible line separating distance and reading correction, progressive lenses have a gradual change in lens power from the top of the...
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What are Photochromic Lenses and how do they work?
So, what are photochromic lenses? Photochromic lenses, also known as photochromatic lenses, are a type of glasses lens that change colour depending on the amount of UV light they are exposed to. In bright sunlight, these lenses will darken to protect your eyes, but when you go inside or...
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What are Night Driving Glasses and how do they work?
So, what are Night Driving Glasses? Night driving glasses are a special type of eyewear that help make driving at night easier and safer. They work by reducing the glare from bright lights like streetlights and oncoming car headlights. The lenses are usually yellow or amber and are tinted to...
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Simple hacks to get rid of scratches in your eyeglasses
You spend a lot of time and money buying new eyeglasses. Why not devote a few minutes of your day to take care of them? More than the colour and shape of the frame that exhibit your personality, you should be concerned about the lens that underscores your outlook backed...
How to Maintain eyeglasses? - 8 steps
We all put hours of research and effort into finding the perfect eyewear. Right from the eyeglasses frames, colour, lens, protection and material, we want everything to be just perfect. We explore every eyeglasses store online to find the perfect pair, and then we eagerly wait for our new eyeglasses...
Benefits of UV Protection in Sunglasses and Eyeglasses
You would notice that several sunglasses and eyeglasses come equipped with UV protection in the market. But, most often, this eyewear also costs more than the regular kind. UV or ultraviolet is a kind of light that might harm the eyes, human skin, and the hair. What Are UV Rays?...
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