Have you ever been talking to someone and couldn't see their eyes because of the glare on the lenses of their glasses? Did you know that the same glare that keeps you from seeing into that person's eyes also keeps them from seeing you as well as they could? That is why anti-reflective (AR) coatings are so important for how you see and how you are seen! Even the best uncoated lenses trap light within the lens, reducing the amount of light that enters your eyes - the light that creates what you see. AR coatings reduce the amount of trapped light and increase the light transmitted to your eyes. This results in reduced glare and better visual sharpness for you, with the added benefit of a better appearance to others. AR coatings also provide higher scratch resistance and they are easier to keep clean.

The top picture on the left dramatically shows how glare is reduced by a lens with AR over the lens below without AR. Clear vision like this not only reduces eye strain and fatigue while driving, it is safer.

There are many AR coatings available, but the one we most recommend is Crizal Alizé with Scotchgard™ by Essilor. This 4th generation Crizal coating adds Scotchgard to increase the durability, scratch-resistance and cleanability of your lens.

More durable, easier to clean, less eye fatigue, better vision and a better look. Ask your doctor and opticians to show you more about why the AR coating is an important part of your eye health.