The importance of cleaning your glasses
Whether you wear prescription glasses to correct your vision or sunglasses to protect your eyes when outdoors, it’s important to clean them properly not only for aesthetic purposes but also to prevent damage to the frames and lenses.
The retailer Eyebuydirect demonstrates how glasses frames can widely vary in the materials they are made from such as lightweight plastics like acetate to durable metals like stainless steel.
Acetate frames like the square-shaped Romy and Vinyl glasses can easily be scratched by dust and small particles. Dirt and grime can also accumulate on these clear or transparent frames, making it crucial to clean them regularly with a soft cloth.
Even metal frames like the circular St Michel and aviator-inspired Good Vibrations are at risk of corrosion if the buildup of sweat, oil, and other residue is left untouched. Despite these frames being affordable at a starting price of just $6, keeping them clean ensures product longevity and sustainability.
Likewise, while eyewear lens materials like hi-index and polycarbonate are special types of plastic built to last longer than standard lenses, they are still prone to physical damage like scratches. Your glasses may also come with special lens treatments like anti-reflective coating to decrease unwanted glare and ultraviolet protection to minimize sun damage.
Thus, a soft cleaning cloth is the best option to prevent the lens coating from peeling off. Since there are various cloth materials to choose from, we guide you through selecting the best cleaning cloth for your glasses in the following section.
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Best materials to clean your glasses with
Cotton
Since cotton is a natural fiber, it’s the traditional choice for soft cleaning cloths. As covered in a previous post, it’s commonly used for cleaning materials like kitchen towels due to its natural absorbency, which makes it practical for removing stains caused by dirt, dust, sweat, and oil.
Since cotton is also one of the softest materials, it can handle delicate items like eyeglass frames and lenses without potentially scratching the surface. All Cotton and Linen offers a wide range of cotton towels you can use to not only clean kitchen surfaces but also personal items like eyewear, with options available in different sets and patterns.
Organic cotton
Given the increasing importance of sustainable choices, your eyewear may come from a sustainable brand like Karün, which released 18 glasses styles made of recycled materials like fishing nets, metals, and other plastic. In this case, you may extend your eco-conscious choices even in your cleaning cloth by opting for organic cotton.
Organic cotton has the same softness, absorbency, and durability as standard cotton, except it’s grown and made using environmentally friendly practices, such as the absence of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. It’s advisable to wash organic cotton in cold water and avoid using fabric softeners to extend its lifespan and thus lessen your environmental impact.
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Microfiber
Lastly, you can opt for microfiber, a synthetic blend of polyester and polyamide, to balance the softness of cloth material and its efficacy in cleaning glasses. Microfiber is also designed to be highly absorbent, making it suitable for wiping your glasses with specially formulated cleaning sprays or solutions.
Microfiber cloths are also lint-free, which makes them ideal for lifting dirt, oil, and smudges from lenses without leaving any debris or residue. When you buy from eyewear brands and retailers, the storage case typically comes with a small microfiber cloth for cleaning the glasses.
However, you can also buy extras from brands like MagicFiber, which offer them in packs to help you stock up on cleaning materials for your eyewear, especially if you own different pairs.
In addition to using a soft cloth, opticians also suggest rinsing your glasses in warm water or using a high-quality lens cleaner to keep your eyewear free from dirt and thus functional for everyday use.
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