What is the difference between Varilux and Crizal lenses?
In a nutshell, Varilux is a lens type, and Crizal is a brand of lens treatment. Varilux, a brand of corrective lens by Essilor International, provides progressive correction for near, intermediate, and far vision.
Do Varilux lenses have UV protection?
Do Varilux lenses come with scratch resistance and ultraviolet protection? Yes, these options are available. Ask your eyecare professional for Crizal No-Glare lens treatment, which offers scratch resistance and UV protection. Crizal No-Glare treatment is available on all Varilux lenses.
Do Crizal lenses block UV?
Crizal No-Glare lenses provide comprehensive UV protection, blocking UV light transmission through the front of the lens and UV light reflection from the back side of the lens.
What is nanoptix technology?
Nanoptix technology combines a patented lens shape and a unique optical design calculation to control magnification and distortion throughout the lens. NANOPTIX™ TECHNOLOGY. Page 2. Distance Vision in Upper Portion of lens. Near Vision in Lower Portion of lens.
Does Crizal UV block blue light?
Crizal® Prevencia® is the first preventive lens offering selective protection from blue-violet light and UV rays. It aims at protecting wearers’ eyes from harmful light everyday.
Are Crizal lenses worth the extra money?
For some people, Crizal lenses are a worthwhile investment. Reducing glare can make nighttime driving more comfortable and be a big help if you find yourself under bright lights frequently. However, blue light from computers and smartphones has not been proven to cause permanent eye damage.
What is SynchronEyes technology?
SynchronEyes Technology™: A powerful, innovative technology that integrates prescription data from both eyes into each lens, optimizing binocular visual fields and giving wearers expansive vision.
How much more do Varilux lenses cost?
Licensed Opticians fill your prescription eyeglass lens order and goes through a 3 step quality control inspection before shipping….Lens Price List.
| Single Vision Lenses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Plastic | Lighter and safer than glass | $34.00 |
| Varilux Comfort® DRX | View Details | $139.00 |
| Varilux Comfort® W2+ | View Details | $159.00 |
Do Crizal lenses scratch easily?
Crizal lenses have a special coating on them that makes them anti-reflective and resistant to scratches.
What are the different types of Varilux progressive 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.