Is it difficult to read this post? So you most likely need to clean your prescription glasses. That's right! Dirty lenses make it difficult to see, and require more effort from your eyes.
Another problem is the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms in the glasses' lenses, which can also have consequences for your eye health.
The correct cleaning of the lenses and the frame also guarantees the durability, beauty and quality of your glasses.
In other words, you have more than enough reasons to learn once and for all how to clean glasses correctly. And here we show you how to do it, come and see:
Care when cleaning prescription glasses
Before you start cleaning your glasses it is important that you pay attention to some important details.
The first is to remove excess dust under running water. This is necessary to remove any possible small grains of sand that may be on the surface of the lens and end up causing scratches when cleaning.
Also be careful to wash your hands before cleaning your glasses. The accumulation of oil and dirt on your hands can end up in your glasses, making the process more difficult.
If you wear makeup it is important to check if there are any traces of products, such as foundation and powder, on the frame. If you notice the presence of these products, double the attention to cleaning the rods.
Another important detail, but that can go unnoticed: when cleaning your glasses always use both hands, ensuring that the frame is very firm and secure.
How to clean prescription glasses: techniques and step by step
Although it is something extremely necessary and important, cleaning eyeglasses is simpler than you think. No fancy product or accessory is needed, just a little care when handling the lenses (after all they are made of glass).
Check out some simple suggestions and tips to clean your glasses the right way:
Water and mild soap
The heavy cleaning of the glasses must be done with two simple ingredients: water and neutral detergent (coconut soap also works). This mixture is able to degrease the lenses, in addition to removing dust, marks and other types of dirt.
First, allow a fine, continuous stream of water to remove excess dust. Then, apply a small amount of soap to each lens and rub gently with your fingertips.
Then just rinse and let it dry naturally. But if you're in a hurry, use a microfiber cloth for drying. But never, under any circumstances, put your glasses to dry in the sun or over any heat source. This can cause damage to the frame and lenses, especially those with anti-glare protection.
One more tip: do not use abrasive chemicals, such as bleach, bleach, disinfectant or alcohol. That's right, not even alcohol. All of these products can damage your glasses, in addition to removing special lens treatments like anti-glare and UV protection.
Cleaning spray
For those who are on the run from day to day, inside the office, in the classroom or even on a walk around the street, the way is to appeal to even simpler methods of cleaning glasses. And the best of them is the cleaning spray. These sprays, usually sold in optics, have a special formula capable of cleaning and degreasing the lenses.
Always have one in the bag with the microfiber cloth. But remember, as soon as possible, clean with water and detergent, as the spray does not replace this more advanced cleaning.
Cloths
You may have noticed that until now we only talked about microfiber cloth, right? This is for an obvious reason: there is no better way to clean your glasses.
This cloth, which usually accompanies the glasses in the case, is the most recommended for two reasons: the first because it does not shed, the second reason is because the chances of it scratching the lens is very small, thanks to its softness and structure.
Whenever you need to remove a smudge on the lens, use the microfiber cloth. And please resist the temptation to clean your glasses on the hem of your shirt. Clothing fabrics may contain irregular threads that, instead of cleaning, end up scratching the lens. The same is true with tissues.
One more detail: the glasses cloth also needs cleaning from time to time. This means that you will need to wash it. But, here, everything is very simple too: just moisten the cloth with water and rub with neutral soap. Then just let it dry and use it again.
How to keep glasses clean and preserved
Now that you know how to clean your glasses properly, it is also good to find out how to keep this cleaning for longer and, moreover, guarantee the conservation of your inseparable companion. So let's write down a few more tips:
- When you are no longer wearing your glasses, store them in the case or box. Don't leave them there. In addition to running the risk of someone sitting on them or dropping them on the floor, the lenses you just cleaned will get dirty again.
- Also avoid putting your glasses on your head or hanging from your shirt. This attitude only serves to deform the frame.
- Do not use hot water to wash your glasses. High temperatures damage the lens and the frame. Prefer room temperature water.
- When storing the glasses in the box try to keep the lens always facing upwards. This helps to avoid friction and possible risks.
- If you notice the need to carry out any repairs or adjustments, take your glasses to an optician or qualified professional.
Did you see how easy it is to clean prescription glasses? Now just put this cleaning in your routine and take good care of your great friend.
