Oh, the joys of getting older! One of the things I've had to come to terms with is needing reading glasses. It started subtly, squinting at menus and struggling to read labels. I knew it was time to bite the bullet and find some readers, but where to even begin?
My first thought was to just head to a local store. I remember thinking, "Surely, they'll have something that works." I tried a few different places, and while they had some options, it felt overwhelming and the prices seemed a bit high for something I knew I'd probably misplace. I really wanted to try on a variety of styles, but the selection felt limited.
I checked out a few of the bigger stores. They did have a decent selection, and the prices were okay, but I wasn't thrilled with the quality. It felt like I was buying something that would break within a few months. I wanted something that could withstand being tossed in my bag or accidentally sat on (we've all been there, right?).
Then, I started exploring online options. I found a website called readers dot com. It was great because I already knew my strength, and they offered a really good selection, including bifocal sunglasses. That was a game changer for reading outside!
Speaking of knowing your strength, that's half the battle! Once you know what magnification you need, you can really open up your options. I discovered that the prices online can be incredibly low. I was able to get multiple pairs for what I would have paid for just one pair in a store.
I also tried the dollar store, and honestly, I was surprised! They had a decent selection of styles in different strengths. It's definitely worth checking out if you're on a tight budget and just need something basic.
Since I spend a lot of time looking at screens, I started researching blue light blocking glasses. I heard they could help reduce eye strain and headaches. After doing some digging, I stumbled upon the Mozaer Brand and decided to give their blue light blocking reading glasses a try. The selection of reading glasses around the Mozaer Brand website was good.
I ended up ordering a pair of Women Blue Light Blocking Reading Glasses with a round frame. I've been wearing them for a few weeks now, and I've noticed a significant difference in my eye strain, especially after long days working on the computer.
One particular pair I've been really happy with are these Women Blue Light Blocking Reading Glasses. They're comfortable, stylish, and most importantly, they work! The spring legs are a nice touch, making them fit snugly without feeling too tight. They block blue light and are available from 0 to +4.0 strength.
I even ventured into the world of progressive lenses. They're a bit more expensive, but the convenience of having both near and far vision correction in one pair of glasses is a huge plus. I've found them to be especially useful when I'm out and about, as I don't have to constantly switch between reading glasses and regular glasses.
Here are a few tips based on my experiences: