Optometrists often recommend that astigmatism patients pay extra to add anti-reflective (AR) coating to their prescription lenses, but a lot of patients forego this expensive upgrade because it isn’t usually covered by insurance. This can be a big mistake. Have you ever noticed how it’s hard to see someone’s eyes in a picture because of the glare on their…
Your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body. That isn’t a new or surprising thing to say, but it’s still very true. It’s why protective eyewear is such an important part of so many jobs, since losing the use of your eyes means losing a significant part of your life. It’s also why the current…
Are you one of those people that knows staring at the screen too long is going to end in an agonizing headache later on, but deals with it anyway because of Computer related job? Studying/homework? Important messages? Gaming addiction? Well, here’s some good news that may just solve all of your problems (if all of your problems come from…
When you wear prescription glasses, shielding your eyes from the sun can be a real hassle. Swapping out glasses is a pain, especially when you consider how expensive prescription sunglasses can be. Still, it’s either that or get blinded whenever you’re facing the sun, right? Wrong. Glasses technology has come a long way since the olden days. Now, you…
What your Screen Time is Doing to your Eyes The average person spends at least 6 hours a day staring at some kind of electronic screen. Whether this be a computer screen, phone screen, or television, it wreaks havoc on your eyes. This can often lead to blurred vision, headaches, eye strain, and long term vision problems. These…
Any angler worth his weight in worms knows that being able to see where you cast is a crucial part of catching fish. They also know that spending your time out on the high seas can be a real pain on your eyes, the sunlight reflect off the water and straight into your eyes. Without proper protection, you might…
If you’re a fishing enthusiast, beach lover, or everyday adventurer, your life is spent outdoors and you want to make sure that your gear can always withstand the elements. Your sunglasses should be no different! With COSTA, you can trust that your eyes will always be protected from UVA and UVB rays from the harshest sun, as well as,…
In the 21st century, it’s possible to buy almost anything online. Why, then, is so much of glasses shopping stuck in the past? Outside of the optometrist’s office visit itself, there’s no real reason that glasses shopping process couldn’t be conducted in front of a screen. When’s the next major leap forward in prescription lens shopping going to take…
Driving at night can be a perilous experience for even the best navigators. Even with headlights, you can only do so much to push back the darkness. No matter how cautious you might be or how many years you’ve been on the road, there always feels like there’s more you could be doing to ensure the safety of yourself…
Your eyes are one of the most important parts of your body. That isn’t a new or surprising thing to say, but it’s still very true. It’s why protective eyewear is such an important part of so many jobs, since losing the use of your eyes means losing a significant part of your life. It’s also why the current…
