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Those who wear glasses will understand the struggle of your lenses slipping down your nose or your face. If you want to prevent glasses from slipping, there are some actions you can take to keep them secure. Glasses need to remain firm on your face for you to see clearly. Helping to tighten your glasses or keep them secure will provide more benefits than you may realize.
1- Choose The Right Frames
The fit of your frames is crucial to prevent glasses from slipping. You will want to have glasses that are snug, but not too tight. This will help them remain secure without causing pain or headaches. If you are using your glasses in physical activities, consider wraparound frames or sports frames to help your glasses stay in place. This extra grip will help you be able to see clearly even when your activity level increases.
2- Anti-Slip Nose Pads
Pads that attach to your glasses and rest against your nose can help prevent glasses from slipping. Holding your frames in place when you bend over or look down is important if you want to be able to have proper vision. Anti-slip nose pads are made of silicone or rubber and help hold the glasses right on the bridge of your nose. The most common reason for slipping glasses is there is not enough friction between the glasses and your skin. Improve friction and using anti-slip add-ons will help keep your frames secure.
3- Eyeglass Retainers
Many people rely on eyeglass retainers for sunglasses and prescription glasses. These attachments can be interchangeable and removed when you feel they are not needed. These retainers are gently curved to provide comfortable wear of glasses and connection to the mastoid bone.
Holding your glasses in place can also be a safety concern. If you wear safety glasses at work or your prescription glasses on the job, retainers can help keep them on your face and protect your eyes from damage.
4- Keep Your Face Dry
This tip may seem like common sense, but this can be a common reason your glasses begin to slip. Water, makeup, and sweat can cause your glasses to slide down the bridge of your nose. Using a microfiber cloth to clean sweat and oil from your glasses will help them remain secure and prevent damage to the lenses. Staying hydrated and cleaning your glasses a few times a day can help you avoid this problem.
5- Tighten Any Loose Screws
Another way to prevent glasses from slipping is to tighten any screws or parts of your glasses. Maintaining the stability of the frame is another reason to tighten screws. If you are unsure how to properly tighten your glasses, visit your optician. They can help adjust your glasses to fit your unique face shape or suggest new frames. Your glasses will be wearable for much longer when you maintain all the components.
6- Use Other Non-Slip Products
Other non-slip gels or attachments exist to help create friction that will hold your glasses in place. Apply non-slip wax to the nose pads or ear hooks to help prevent glasses from slipping on your face. Silicone grips and temple tips are other additives that can help wearers of glasses have a more comfortable experience.
7- Prevent Glasses From Slipping With A Professional Fitting
Working with an optician will help you find the best frames for your face shape and size. They will be able to help you find the materials and frames that are the most comfortable to wear. If your glasses are slipping or not fitting comfortably, contact your eye doctor or your local opticians.
Wolcott Optical loves serving our local community and providing them with a better vision. Many of our family members and staff wear glasses as well, so we understand the frustrations and problems that can occur. If you want to prevent glasses from slipping or are struggling with glasses in other ways, come in and talk to our eye care professionals today. We would be happy to help!
Benefits Of Secure Glasses
Preventing glasses from slipping can have multiple benefits for the wearer. Not only will you be able to better wear your glasses, but it will help you see much clearer no matter the activity you are participating in.
Below are some more benefits of securing your glasses:
- Enhanced comfort
- Longer wear time
- Improved vision
- Less likely to damage lenses
- Ability to participate in physical activities
- Higher confidence and self-esteem
- Fewer fingerprints and smudges
- Reduced eye strain
- Less adjustment during work or other activities
