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Non-Prescription Glasses
It’s likely that just about everyone has heard of the term prescription glasses. If you or someone you know has needed vision correction, an optometrist will have prescribed you these glasses.
But did you know that there are also non-prescriptions glasses? These glasses may not correct vision issues like normal optical glasses, but they can still be an important part of taking care of your eyes.
Keep reading to find out more about non-prescription glasses and which ones we provide here at Oscar Wylee.
What are non-prescription glasses?
To understand what non-prescription glasses are, it may be beneficial to first define what prescription glasses are, so we can clearly see the difference between the two.
Prescription glasses are optical glasses that contain a powered lens. This power or prescription, is determined by an optometrist during an eye test, and will help correct a vision issue such as nearsightedness.
Non-prescription glasses are the opposite. Non-prescription glasses do not have any magnification power or prescription in the lens. The lenses in non-prescription glasses are sometimes referred to as plano lenses and will not provide any vision correction. Though they have no power, this does not mean that non-prescription glasses are not an important part of helping you to maintain your eye health. At Oscar Wylee we have both prescription and non-prescription lenses available, depending on your needs.
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Why do you need non-prescription glasses?
You may be wondering what the point of non-prescriptions glasses are, if they do not provide any vision correction. Non-prescription glasses can actually be hugely useful to your eye care. At Oscar Wylee, the exact benefits of non-prescription glasses will depend on the type you get.
Types of non-prescription glasses
At Oscar Wylee, we provide two main types of non-prescription glasses; sunglasses and blue light filter glasses.
Sunglasses
Whilst some people may have prescription sunglasses, many wearers will be sporting a non-prescription, plano lens that are polarised or have a tint. Both types of sunglasses are effective in helping to protect your eyes from damaging UV light and other potentially harmful factors such as glare, wind and rain.
Tinted Sunglasses
Tinted sunglasses have a lens that is pigmented with tinted dye solution. Tinted lenses reduce light and provide protection against UV and HEV rays. HEV rays are also known as blue light. Whilst blue light is found in digital devices, it is also emitted from the sun, along with UV rays, both of which can be harmful to your eyes.
At Oscar Wylee we sell category 2 and category 3 tinted lenses. These tints come in green, brown and grey colouring.
Category 2 tinted lenses provide good UV protection and help cut glare from the sun. They are suitable under dull light conditions, including night driving. These sunglasses are also available in a gradient tint, in which the lens fades from 80% tint to a 20% tint.
Category 3 tints provide high protection against sun glare and provide good UV protection. They are not suitable for driving at night time or in dull light conditions.
Polarised Sunglasses
Polarised sunglasses have a coating applied to the lens that helps to give an extra layer of light filtration, one that tinted sunglasses do not have.
Source: American Academy of OphthalmologyPolarised sunglasses are effective in eliminating reflective glare. They work to remove the sheen and reflection from water, roads and pathways. Polarised glasses also help enhance your visual comfort by reducing eye strain, and in the case of brown polarised lenses, can naturally filter blue light or HEV rays.
Note: Depending on your prescription, polarisation may not be available with other lens options. Ask our knowledgeable team in-store what works best for your prescription.
At Oscar Wylee, our sunglasses come in a range of styles, from aviator to cat eye, catering for all fashion tastes. You can also have your Oscar Wylee sunglasses with or without an optical prescription or with photochromic lenses.
If you think you could benefit from non-prescription sunglasses, find your nearest Oscar Wylee store on our store locator page. Here our team will be able to help you find a suitable pair.
Blue light filter glasses
Blue light glasses are non-prescription glasses that have a blue light filter applied to the plano lens. The aim of the blue light filter is to limit the negative effects of long-term blue light exposure.
Blue light is a type of light that is emitted from digital devices, including smartphones and computers. Prolonged exposure to blue light may have negative effects on your eye, and overall health. These include:
- Eye strain
- Disrupted sleep
- Poor sleep quality
- Blurry vision
- Headaches
- Dry eyes
- Light sensitivity
Blue light filter glasses provide protection from this light and help to reduce some of these effects. At Oscar Wylee, you can have blue light glasses with or without a prescription.
Are non-prescription glasses safe?
Yes. Non-prescription glasses, especially sunglasses and blue light filter glasses, are safe for you to wear. These glasses are actually very helpful in protecting your vision and maintaining your eye health.
How much do non-prescription glasses cost?
For information on pricing, come and visit the team in-store for a full quote, or explore our non-prescription options online. Check out our blue light filter and sunglasses pages to shop the collection.
