How to Take Care of Your Glasses: Prevent Whitening and Keep Frames Like New

Proper eyewear care not only keeps your lenses clean but also extends the life of your frames. Especially for plastic glasses, poor cleaning habits or exposure to sweat and oils can lead to a common problem known as whitening or discoloration.

At Vionglasses, we want your frames to last as beautifully as the day you received them. Here’s how to protect your eyewear from whitening, stretching, scratches, and other everyday damage.

What Is Frame Whitening?

Whitening happens when the surface of glass frames turns white or dull and may even crack over time. Main causes include: sweat and skin oil buildup, contact with skincare or hair products and heat or UV exposure

Over time, this can weaken your frames or cause breakage. To prevent this, regularly wipe the parts of your frame that touch your skin and wash them gently with mild soap.

Top Tips for Handling Your Glasses

✅ Use both hands – Always remove your glasses with both hands. Taking them off one-handed or wearing them as a headband can stretch the arms and ruin the fit.

✅ Store in the case when not in use – Your glasses case is their natural home. It protects against dust, dirt, bending, and breakage.

✅ Avoid heat exposure – Never leave your glasses on a car dashboard or near a heat source. High temperatures can deform frame shape.

✅ Always rest lenses facing up to avoid surface scratches.

How to Clean Your Glasses the right way

The golden rule: Never use your shirt, tissue, or paper towel!
These materials can scratch your lenses and remove protective coatings.

Instead, follow these steps:

       1. Rinse with lukewarm water.

       2. Apply a small drop of mild natural soap (avoid scented, alcohol, or dye-based soaps).

       3. Gently rub the lenses, frames, and nose pads in a circular motion using your fingers.

       4. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean microfiber cloth.

     💧 Tip: Use distilled or filtered water instead of tap water if you live in a hard-water area.

Keep Your Frames in Top Shape

      ✔  Clean your lenses daily with a microfiber cloth.

      ✔  Do a deep clean monthly using mild soapy water.

      ✔  Wash your cleaning cloth regularly. A dirty cloth can cause smudges or scratches.

      ✔  Avoid glass cleaners or nail polish remover. They can strip lens coatings and                         damage glass finishes.

Quick-Clean Tips On The Go

For quick touch-ups away from home:

👉  Carry individually wrapped lens wipes or a microfiber cloth with a case.

👉  Focus on high-contact areas like nose pads and temple arms, where oil and sweat collect. 

👉  Never blow on lenses or wipe with your clothes. It spreads dirt and can cause scratches.

👉  Clean gently and often. Prevention is the best protection.

Good eyewear care is simple: a few consistent habits can keep your lenses clear and your frames flawless. By avoiding heat, cleaning correctly, and storing properly, you’ll protect your investment and keep your favorite pair from discoloration or damage.

At Vionglasses, our frames are made to last. With simple upkeep, they’ll last you for years.

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