Some Interesting Facts About Glasses That You Should Know

• Question 1. Do you know that you shouldn't use the cleaning cloth to clean your glasses?

In every eyewear store and every eyewear manufacturer, the eyewear cloth provided is not used for cleaning the glasses, but for protection purposes. It aims to reduce the chance of the glasses getting damaged due to collisions inside the box. If you use a cleaning cloth to clean your glasses, it may cause scratches on the lenses. The cleaning cloth is mostly made of fabric, and the fabric material is similar to that of our clothes, which is very prone to absorbing dust. While using it to clean the glasses, the tiny and sharp dust on the cloth will inadvertently scratch the lenses and frames. 

• Question 2. Do you know that you can't wash your glasses while taking a bath?

The multi-layer coating on the lenses begins to show unstable changes when exposed to high-temperature environments. Over time, this can lead to the problem of film detachment. Moreover, the ingredients in the cleaning agents we use when bathing - such as body wash, shampoo, and soap - are quite complex. Some of them contain moisturizing, skin care, and other components. When the glasses come into contact with these complex chemical substances, both the stability of the frame material and the multi-layer coating of the lenses are affected. And... If not cleaned properly, white soap residue will get stuck in the grooves of the glasses. This not only affects the appearance but is also very difficult to remove over time! The correct cleaning method is to use lukewarm water combined with a neutral cleaner or dish soap, and by gently rubbing the glasses with your fingers, you can make them shine again. 

• Question 3.Do you know why the nasal pad is green?

The green parts of the nose pads are mostly metal oxides. Due to sweat and oil that accumulate on the gap between the nose pad and the metal when we wear the glasses for a long time, they undergo oxidation and form oxides similar to green copper oxide. These are all normal phenomena and only require regular cleaning and replacement of the nose pads. To reduce the occurrence of oxidation, it is necessary to do a good job of cleaning, reducing the chances of oxidation caused by the accumulation of sweat and oil. In addition, after each cleaning, don't forget to hold the tissue at the screw area and slightly shake the nose pad to allow the moisture trapped in the metal gap to escape, thereby reducing the chances of oxidation of the screws and metal.

• Question 4. Do you know the average lifespan of glasses?

The lifespan of glasses depends on usage habits and the environment. If you take good care of your glasses and regularly clean them, their average lifespan will naturally be extended. Just like when we use mobile phones, if we take good care of them, they can last for a long time. However, if we often drop them on the ground or into water, their lifespan will naturally decrease sharply.