by Octave | Sep 13, 2021 | Eyecare, Guides
What is pupillary distance? Pupillary distance is the measurement taken in mm between the centre of your pupils. The measurement is unique to every person and it determines the optimum placement of vision in prescription lenses. The Pupillary Distance also varies in...
by Octave | Jun 2, 2021 | Eyecare
2022 saw a massive shift in how we work, communicate and digest information. Adapting to working from home, daily Zoom calls, Facetimeing friends and updating our feeds with online platforms, shopping and social media. EVERYTHING went digital, and whether we like it...
by Octave | May 30, 2021 | Eyecare
Eye tests are often not at the top of peoples priority lists, with reminder letters put to one side until the next one comes. But the reality is that eye tests are imperative to your eye health. So how often should you get your eyes tested? The RNIB reports that as we...
by Octave | Feb 10, 2021 | Eyecare, Guides
We have all done it. Smudges, dust, and finger marks wiped away rigorously with the soft side of a jumper or a paper towel. While this may be a short-term fix to a simple problem, you are almost certainly damaging your lenses. Cleaning your glasses properly may seem...
by Octave | Dec 1, 2020 | Eyecare
Winter, especially in the UK, is long, cold, and usually wet too. In the spring and summer, we’re accustomed to wearing sunglasses when it’s too bright and utilising polarised or transition lenses. But are you taking the same care of your eyes throughout the winter...
by Octave | Sep 15, 2020 | Eyecare
Sometimes, there feels like there nothing better than a big stretch and good old eye rub when you are feeling tired at your desk, off to bed, or waking up in the morning. But could something that feels so good be harming your eyes? Well, yes. But, it’s just an eye...
