How do I clean my eyeglasses and sunglasses properly?
Having good personal hygiene is the first step to protect yourself. But while you are washing your hands regularly, do not forget to wash your glasses too. Cleaning your glasses daily not only helps to keep it clear from germs and viruses, but it also keeps your eyewear in tip top condition.
Keep your glasses clean with these four simple steps:
Rinse off the dirt and debris
Even though your glasses might seem clean, rinse them under lukewarm water to prevent scratches from hidden dirt and debris. Avoid using hot water as it may impair any special coatings you have on your lenses.
Wash thoroughly with mild soap
After rinsing your glasses, gently rub each lens with a drop of mild soap or lotion-free dishwashing liquid soap for at least 30 seconds to disinfect them.
Avoid using moisturising soaps as they are known to leave residues behind.
Rinse away the soap
Hold your glasses once again under a stream of lukewarm water to make sure all traces of soap are properly washed away. Any remaining residue might cause smudges later on.
Wipe your glasses dry
Carefully wipe the lenses dry with a clean, lint-free cloth only (e.g., preferably a soft cotton cloth).
Please note that the special Nikon lens cloth or the lens cloth provided by your eye care professional is not intended for wiping. It is designed for dry cleaning.
Do not wipe the lenses by applying pressure, as this can scratch and damage them.
Avoid paper towels, which can scratch the lenses, and air-drying, which often leaves water marks on the surface.
Avoid rubbing the lenses with clothing, cloths, paper towels, or tissues made from recycled paper, as they can all scratch your lenses.
Store your glasses
When you are not wearing your glasses, store them in a protective case with the lenses facing up. This will protect your glasses from scratches, dust, and dirt.
Avoid placing your glasses on the convex surface of the lenses, as this can easily damage them.
Eyeglass lenses don't like heat
-Never expose your lenses to sudden temperature changes or excessive heat, as this can alter their optical quality or even cause them to crack.
-Glasses should never be left in the car, as the intense heat that can build up inside may seriously damage the lenses.
-If you use a sauna, it is always best to leave your glasses outside.
-Using a hair dryer, opening an oven, and barbecuing are all examples of situations where heat can damage your lenses.
The information above is given for reference only.
Eyeglass lenses are custom-order prescription medical devices that require proper care for usage and maintenance. Please consult your eye care professional for advice.
The warranty is set by your eye care professional, not by Nikon Optical Canada. For any warranty enquiries, please contact your eye care provider.