How do you properly clean glasses?

Imagine you are sitting in a cozy room, engrossed in an exciting movie. Suddenly, you notice that the scenes on the screen are not as clear as they should be. You rub your eyes, thinking that you might be tired. But when you take off your glasses and take a look at them, you notice that the lenses are covered with dust and fingerprints. It's amazing how often we forget that our glasses - the window through which we see the world - also need to be cleaned.

Most of us immediately think of cleaning the lenses when it comes to glasses cleaning. But what about the frame and the other parts of the glasses? They can get just as dirty and also require a thorough cleaning. A truly effective glasses cleaning goes beyond just cleaning the lenses and involves a holistic cleaning of the entire pair of glasses.

There are different types of glasses cleaning, depending on where you are and how much time you have:

1. The quick on-the-go cleaning: For quick cleaning in between or on the go, there are cleaning kits or glasses cleaning sprays and cloths. They are compact and easy to transport, so you can always have them with you. To clean your glasses with a glasses cleaning spray, follow these simple steps:

 - Spray the cleaning spray on both sides of the lenses.

 - Use a soft and absorbent microfiber cloth to spread the spray over the entire surface of the glasses.

 - Wipe the glasses with the microfiber cloth (e.g. the GLOVE) dry and clean.

2. The holistic, sustainable cleaning: For a more thorough cleaning at home, there are special cleaning tools. They not only clean the lenses but also the frame and the temples of your glasses. Why is this important? Because dirt and bacteria can accumulate not only on the lenses but also on the frame and the temples. A thorough cleaning of the entire pair of glasses can help extend the lifespan of your glasses and improve their performance. An example of such a tool is the Eyeshaker. The application is quite simple: You fill the Eyeshaker halfway with water, add a Cleaning Tab, shake the glasses in the closed Eyeshaker for about 15 seconds, take the glasses out, and rinse them briefly under clear water. Finally, you dry and polish the glasses with an absorbent and extra fine glasses cleaning cloth like the GLOVE.

A proper glasses cleaning means not only cleaning the lenses but the entire pair of glasses. With the right tools and techniques, you can ensure that your glasses are always clean and clear. A clean pair of glasses can not only improve your vision but also protect your eye health and extend the lifespan of your glasses. And if you want to learn more about how to best care for and clean your glasses, check out our other blog posts.

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