Spex4Less Blog
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November 09, 2022The clocks have gone back and the days are shorter, forcing us to spend more time driving in the dark. Our vision is compromised in darkness, making nighttime the most dangerous time to be on the road. To help you stay safe, we’ve put together a useful guide for identifying the challenges of night driving and the precautions you can take to improve your night driving experience. The Main Challenges of Driving at Night Reduced Visibility
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Finn Bowyer - October 27, 2022Prolonged use of digital screens and spending and an excessive amount of time playing video games, puts a huge strain on your eyes. This affects not only your gaming but also your health. Gaming glasses can offer long-term protection for your eyes and make it easier for you to focus. What are Gaming Glasses? Gaming glasses or blue light glasses, help protect your eyes and can also help to improve gaming performance. Staring at a screen for extended periods of time can lead to headaches, eye strain, and other symptoms associated with Computer Vision Syndrome, such as dry eyes, blurred vision, disrupted sleep and retina degeneration. Gaming glasses are designed to help prevent these symptoms. Gaming on
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October 25, 2022If you're a keen cyclist and glasses wearer, then prescription cycling glasses are an essential accessory for you. Standard cycling glasses are of no use to those with bad vision and who can't wear contact lenses. This is where purpose-built prescription cycling glasses come into play. What Do Cycling Glasses Do? Cycling Glasses are designed specifically for cycling and enable you to see every detail on the road. They protect your eyes from frequently changing light conditions as well as wind, insects, and debris flying at your face. Cycling glasses have stronger frames and wider lenses than regular glasses. They protect your eyes from UV rays, minimise glare and improve contrast and depth perception - a priority when you are cycling.
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Finn Bowyer - October 10, 2022Everyone loves a selfie. However, taking selfies for glasses wearers can be quite a challenge. Luckily, we've put together some simple tips so you can master the art of taking perfect, flattering selfies with your glasses on, in no time. Avoid Glare From Your Lenses Don’t let light reflecting off your glasses lenses ruin your selfies. The easiest way to avoid reflections is with an anti-reflective coating on your lenses. Minimising glare when taking a selfie with your glasses on can also be achieved by tilting your head down a little - while making sure you can still see
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Finn Bowyer - October 10, 2022Being told you need to wear prescription glasses can be a bit of a shock to the system. It can cause some uncertainty about how they will feel on your face and whether they will suit you. Luckily, we have some top tips for first-time glasses wearers, to help you adjust to this new lifestyle and embrace your new look. New Glasses Symptoms Be aware that there will be some minor side effects when wearing glasses for the first time. This can include eye strain, light dizziness or nausea, and headaches. Don’t worry, this is simply a sign that your eyes are adjusting to the prescription lenses. With regular and consistent use, the symptoms will usually disappear after a few days. However, if they last more than a couple of weeks, then speak to your optician. Remember, the more your wear your glasses the quicker your eyes will adapt to them.
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Finn Bowyer - September 28, 2022Exercising when wearing glasses can be an unpleasant experience. It can feel uncomfortable, create potential safety issues and really affect the quality of your workout. If you experience problems with your glasses steaming up, slipping down your nose, or falling off completely, then read on. We have put together some helpful tips that will make exercising when wearing glasses a whole lot easier. Wear Sports Glasses The best glasses to wear when you're exercising are sports glasses. So, consider buying a separate pair from your regular eyewear specifically for when you're working out. Sports glasses are designed larger and wider than normal glasses. This not only enhances your vision but also offers more eye
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September 13, 2022Wearing makeup with glasses can cause some unavoidable problems like pad indentations on the side of your nose, smudged foundation on your frames, and flakes of mascara on your lenses. To help you with these challenges, we have compiled a list of top tips for how to get your makeup and glasses working together, so you can create any look with confidence. Primer Before applying any makeup, use a primer on the areas of your face where your glasses rest. This will help prevent any disruption to your foundation and ensure a smooth, long-lasting application. Foundation Use an oil-absorbing, matte foundation,
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August 16, 2022The glasses trends for autumn/winter 2002 are diverse, eye-catching, and cater to every possible need. You can expect a return to vintage styles as well as oversized, colourful frames for those who dare to be bold. Glasses are a finishing detail rather than just a practical piece and can elevate your look entirely. So let's explore the must-have seasonal glasses trends to inspire you. The Bigger the Better Oversized shapes have made a real comeback. Statement frames that cover the full eye range are borrowed from sunglasses trends, where maximum coverage has been in for several seasons. Combine this glasses trend with other styles such as thick frames, angular shapes or bold colours, to give off a retro, 70's vibe and elevate any
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July 22, 2022Our eyes can often be forgotten about when we think of keeping ourselves healthy. However, eyesight is one of our most important senses, as 80% of what we perceive comes through our sense of sight. By maintaining healthy eyes, you will reduce the chances of vision loss and avoid developing eye diseases such as cataracts and glaucoma. It's really easy to look after your eyes and small changes can make a big difference. Read on for five ways to keep your eyes at the top of their game: Avoid rubbing your eyes.
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May 26, 2022There are so many different glasses styles to choose from, that finding the right pair to suit you can be tricky. However, the most important question to consider when it comes to finding your perfect fit is - what is your face shape? Read on to learn what the common face shapes are, and recommendations for the type of glasses frames that will look fantastic on you. Oblong Face Shape Oblong faces are rectangular