How do I identify Varilux lenses?
How do I know that I have genuine Varilux lenses? Varilux lenses are supplied from the manufacturing laboratory with a Varilux lenses Certificate of Authenticity (COA) card. If you do not receive a COA card with your Varilux lenses, please consult your eyecare professional.
What are the markings on my progressive lenses?
Progressive lenses are supplied with two types of markings for layout, power verification, dispensing and identification purposes. Permanent markings, which are engraved upon the surface, provide the identification and add power of the lens, as well as locator marks to reapply the ink markings when necessary.
What are the different Varilux lenses?
There are several Varilux lenses offered in the portfolio including:
- Varilux® X Series™ Lenses. Historically progressive lenses have only allowed wearers to see at any one distance throughout each specific point in the lens.
- Varilux® Physio® W3+ Progressive Lenses.
- Varilux Comfort® W2+ Progressive Lenses.
Are Varilux lenses marked?
There are little circles and a number denoting the ADD power and they also have an ID marking , which identifies the brand. This photo shows the Essilor marking for the Varilux Comfort .
What are the little numbers on my glasses?
1) The eye size number (it is the size of the lenses on your frame). 2) The bridge size number (the distance between the lenses). 3) The temple length number (it is the size of that part of your eyeglass frame, which rests upon your ears).
What is the newest Varilux lens?
Varilux Comfort Max lenses
Powered by Flex Optim™ Technology, the latest in progressive lens technology, Varilux Comfort Max lenses are a tailor-made solution which stretches a wearer’s useful vision zone by up to 46%, granting the wearer the postural flexibility to see a given focal point from many angles.
What brand of progressive lenses does visionworks use?
Many optometrists and opticians also recommend that when you purchase progressive lenses you should buy the best the optical store has to offer. We recommend MyFocal HD Progressive lenses (sold exclusively at Visionworks) or one of the best Varilux brands.
How do you read progressive lenses?
How to Read with Progressive Lenses
- Point your nose in the direction you wish to read, and hold up a book or newspaper to test your new lenses.
- Extend the page to arm’s length and move your head gently up and down.
- Move the page off to the side without turning your head.
How can you tell if Varilux is real?
They are usually quite difficult to see but in you hold your lenses on a slight angle, looking AT the surface of the lenses with a dark background , you may be able to see them. There are little circles and a number denoting the ADD power and they also have an ID marking , which identifies the brand.