Should I get thin or thick glasses?

Generally, the higher the refractive index of the lenses, the thinner your glasses will be. High-index lenses are especially helpful if you have a strong eyeglass prescription for nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism.

Are certain frames bad for high prescription?

A high prescription is much less noticeable in a smaller frame. Avoid big rectangular frames and ones with sharp, angular edges because they don’t help with stronger prescription lenses. The further you get away from the focal point on a lens, the thicker the lens will be and more distortion will exist.

Are thinner glasses lenses better?

Thinner lenses will look better. They’ll be easier to have the lens edges hidden within the frame of the glasses. They’ll look less noticeable when people look at your glasses. And, they’ll feel better.

Do I really need thinner lenses?

If you’re moderately, or very short-sighted you’ll benefit from thinner lenses as the edge thickness of your lenses will be more visible. Between -4.00 and -6.00 we’d recommend a lens with a refractive index of 1.67, and any prescriptions over that a lens with a refractive index of 1.74 will be more suitable.

How thin should I get my glasses?

We strongly advise going for the 1.6 or 1.67 index due to their durability in the glazing process and longevity. If semi rimmed frames are what you are after, you have more options when choosing your lenses: 1.6 (Thin and Light) 1.67 (Thinner and Lighter)

How thin can prescription glasses be?

Answer: 1.74 index lenses are the thinnest eyeglass lenses for high prescriptions. These ultra-light lenses are the thinnest kind developed yet, and accommodate the highest prescriptions possible. They’re much thinner and lighter compared to 1.67 index lenses, and offer a certain level of cosmetic value too.

Do thinner lenses make eyes look bigger?

We think this is probably where the misconception around them is why people are asking whether high index lenses make their eyes look smaller. The short answer is no, they won’t.

Do thinner lenses distort less?

The thinner your lenses are, the less your eyes will be distorted. High index lenses come in a variety of indexes including 1.67, 1.70, and 1.74 in plastic, and 1.80 and 1.90 in glass.

Should you buy glasses with the thinnest lenses?

If you’re shopping for prescription glasses with the thinnest lenses possible, you should be ordering your glasses with the highest index lenses you can find.

Do high index glasses lenses reduce eye distortion?

High index lenses will reduce or eliminate this problem depending on the index and the strength of the prescription. 1.90 high index glass lenses will be the most effective at reducing eye distortion.

What factors affect lens thickness when buying glasses?

When buying glasses, there are three primary factors that affect your overall lens thickness: 1. Prescription. This will ultimately determine how thick your lenses will be. Simply put, the higher the prescription, the thicker the lens.

How to choose the right prescription glasses for You?

When buying new prescription glasses, you are going to want a pair with the thinnest lenses possible. If you have a medium or strong prescription, your lenses will need to accommodate your prescription requirements.