Any glasses wearer will know how frustrating it is when your frames won’t stay put. It restricts range of movement, making you fear the consequences of tilting your head forward. Luckily, there are ways to prevent this annoying issue, some of which will be revealed here.
Wipe pads/nose
One of the most obvious causes of slippage is oils naturally produced by the skin, or even makeup that has been applied to the sides of the nose. To eliminate this as the cause of slippage, intermittently dab away at the places where your glasses sit with a cloth or tissue.
Get lenses thinned
If your prescription is particularly high, your lenses will be thick and heavy. The heaviness of your lenses will then cause slippage down the bridge of the nose. Fortunately, almost all opticians offer thinning options for an extra cost at purchase which makes the lenses light enough to sit comfortably on your face.
Ensure proper fit at purchase
More often than not, frames are not a one-size-fits-all affair. There will be some frames that are ill-suited to your face shape, and an optician should ensure that your chosen frames fit correctly before purchase. If not, you may experience slippage and discomfort.
Alter nose pads
If your glasses have adjustable nose pads, it may be worth using your fingers or a small screwdriver to gently tighten or reposition them.
If your glasses don’t have nose pads (this is usually the case for glasses with plastic frames), then you might like to consider adhesive silicone nose pads that add some extra grip- smooth plastic doesn’t always like staying put.
Replace Your Frames
If you constantly struggle with slippage, then it may be worth replacing your glasses entirely. You may want to consider this option for multiple reasons:
- Over time, the nose pads on glasses can wear down and lose their ability to grip.
- If you find plastic frames too heavy, metal frames are much lighter.
- If you find yourself looking out over the top or bottom of your frames you may need a change in prescription or veri-focal lenses.
