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How to clean your glasses LENSES properly
It’s no surprise, that over time, dirt, dust and grime can build up on your glasses and sunglasses. You don’t realise how much your glasses go though on a daily basis.
It’s important to know the right way to clean your glasses, as some methods can cause damage to the lenses – even if they have a scratch-resistant coating.
Here, our experts share their top tips for keeping your specs in tip-top condition and how to clean your glasses lenses properly.
how to clean your glasses lenses properly
WASH YOUR HANDS
First, thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water. This helps to make sure that no bacteria or viruses are transferred from your hands onto your glasses, and also removes any oil from your fingers which could smudge or smear your lenses. Larger pieces of dirt or dust from your fingers can also scratch or damage your lenses – so it’s best to start with clean hands.
rinse
The easiest and gentlest way to clean your glasses lenses is to wash them using warm water and mild detergent, like washing-up liquid or diluted hand soap. Dot some of the detergent on your fingers, and gently rub the lens between your fingers to create a lather, being careful not to scrub too hard. After rinsing the lenses under cool water, use a microfibre cloth to gently dry them.
CLEANER
Alternatively, and especially with coated lenses, you can spray both sides of your lenses with a specialist lens cleaner to keep them clean, as well as minimising the risk of scratching. Gently rub your lenses with a lens cloth, wiping away the solution as you clean. Using a lens cleaner is a great option to make sure your lenses are streak-free, as there’s no need to dry them off afterwards.
scratch removal
Although it’s sometimes more convenient, avoid using paper towels, dishtowels or your clothing to wipe your lenses as they can often leave particles of dust or dirt on your lenses, causing micro-scratches. Find out more about removing scratches and smudges from your glasses.
NO AMMONIA
It’s also important to avoid using any soaps or cleaners that contain ammonia or other strong chemicals. Your lenses are made up of specialist coatings that are sensitive to ammonia and other harsh chemicals found in household cleaners.
DON'T BREATHE
As tempting as it is, don’t breathe onto your lenses to give them a little clean. You’ll only end up creating more smears and smudges.
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