What types of lenses does XP Health use for prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses?
We use digitally surfaced lenses for all our prescription lenses. Our lenses are sourced from world-class vendors such as Hoya. Digitally surfaced lenses offer precision crafting based on the member's prescription, custom measurements, and frame choice. This process allows for customization at a micro-level, giving you the most comfortable vision possible for your specifications. This translates to crisp and clear vision across the entire lens. Custom lenses crafted in this method reduce aberrations more effectively than traditionally made lenses.
Are XP Health lenses high-quality lenses?
Yes! XP Health lenses are of the highest quality. Our manufacturing partner conducts extensive research and uses cutting-edge technology to refine their processes and deliver the very best services and products possible.
How do you ensure that XP Health lenses are of the best quality?
With the myriad of manufacturers available in the market, we have strategically partnered with a well-regarded manufacturer known for their excellence and innovation in lens technology. Our proprietary lenses and coatings result from this partnership, ensuring that we provide only the best quality products to our members. Each lens undergoes rigorous testing and quality assurance processes to meet and exceed industry standards, guaranteeing superior optical performance and durability. Our commitment to quality means we continually monitor and evaluate our products and processes to ensure they align with our high standards and member expectations. When choosing our products, you can rest assured knowing you are receiving lenses crafted with precision, offering unparalleled clarity and comfort.
What is the difference between clear glasses and sunglasses? Which one has better UV protection?
Clear glasses have transparent lenses meant to be used in all lighting conditions, including night vision and low light. Sunglasses reduce the discomfort of bright sunlight. The lenses will have a dark shade to them. The lenses are generally brown or grey. Clear glasses and sunglasses both have UV protection in the material, but sunglasses cannot be worn indoors or for night driving.
Ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage the eyes over time. In accordance with the FDA, products labeled as having UV protection must block 95% of UVA (315-380 nm) and 99% of UVB (280-315 nm) radiation. Just like sunscreen protects the skin from sun damage, UV protection in eyewear has the same benefits. These include:
- Reduces the risk of eye diseases such as cataracts
- Prevents eye sunburn (photokeratitis)
- Can help prevent skin cancer around the eyes
Polycarbonate and high index lens materials naturally provide 100% UVA and UVB protection due to the material's inherent properties. UV protection is not visible to the eye as it is colorless and built into the lens itself.
What is advanced anti-glare treatment?
Discomfort from glare is common in our everyday lives. We experience this with oncoming headlights and with our electronic devices regularly. This reduces our visual clarity and can increase dry eyes.
Our advanced glare anti-glare treatment is a multi-layered application meticulously applied during the lens manufacturing process. Our state-of-the-art anti-reflective treatment includes oleophilic and hydrophobic layers to repel oil and water, respectively, alongside multiple layers of metal oxides. Each layer varies in thickness and composition and is specifically engineered to neutralize particular wavelengths of light. This ensures unparalleled clarity and visual comfort.
What is the difference between polarized and non-polarized lenses?
Both polarized and non-polarized lenses function to reduce overall brightness from the sunlight and offer UV A+B protection. The main difference is that polarized lenses block horizontal light waves therefore effectively cutting glare on flatter surfaces such as roads, water, and snow. Polarized lenses tend to be darker, however, which may make it harder to see LCD screens such as your phone screen.