Keep Your Glasses Crystal Clear for Three Times Longer with This Simple Trick
Are your glasses constantly plagued by fog, makeup smudges, or fingerprints? While commercial cleaning products are available, they can be expensive and sometimes leave residue on your lenses. So, how can you effectively clean and degrease your glasses? Thankfully, there's a straightforward trick to keep your glasses crystal clear for three times longer. The secret lies in using dish soap and white vinegar.
How to Do It:
1. Wet your eyeglass lenses under the tap.
2. Place a drop of dish soap on your thumb and index finger.
3. Gently spread the dish soap on both sides of your eyeglass lenses using your fingers.
4. Gently rub the lenses.
5. Rinse thoroughly with cold water.
6. Grab a spray bottle or a small spray container.
7. Mix equal parts water and white vinegar.
8. Spray the vinegar-water mixture for a final rinse.
9. Wipe dry with an absorbent paper towel or a clean microfiber cloth.
Result:
There you have it! Your eyeglasses will now stay crystal clear for three times longer:
- You now know how to clean your glasses without leaving any streaks. This homemade eyeglass cleaner provides even better results than store-bought products. The combination of dish soap and white vinegar acts as a powerful degreaser. White vinegar, in particular, gives an unparalleled shine and clarity compared to any other product. Thanks to the vinegar-water rinse, your lenses will take 2 to 3 times longer to accumulate grime. Practical, isn't it? As for the odor, rest assured, it dissipates after a few minutes.
Precautions:
Please note that it's crucial to use cold water for washing and rinsing your glasses. Hot water can potentially damage the anti-reflective coating. Avoid using white vinegar to clean ski goggles or ski glasses, as it may harm the coatings on these types of eyewear. Take precautions if your prescription eyeglass lenses have received specific treatments, such as hardening, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, anti-fog, polarizing, or blue-light blocking. Verify with your optician that this method won't damage your lenses. The same applies to sunglasses. Why is this important? The acidity of white vinegar effectively removes grease, but it can also strip the surface of eyeglass lenses. Using a soft cloth to avoid micro-scratches is also advisable. Did you know? Most eyeglass lenses today are "organic," meaning they are made of treated plastic to prevent scratches. "True glass" eyeglass lenses are almost obsolete due to their fragility and susceptibility to damage in modern usage.