Summer is one of the toughest seasons on your glasses. Heat, sunscreen, salt water, sand, and chlorine can all damage your frames and lenses without you even realizing it. Here are a few simple habits to help keep your eyewear in great condition all season long.

Never Leave Your Glasses in a Hot Car
The inside of a parked car can easily reach temperatures above 70°C on a sunny summer day. Extreme heat can warp frames, damage lens coatings, and even cause lenses to crack. Whenever possible, take your glasses with you instead of leaving them behind.

Apply Your Sunscreen Before Putting on Your Glasses
Sunscreen can leave oily residue on your lenses and gradually damage lens coatings over time. By applying your sunscreen before putting on your glasses, you'll help keep your lenses cleaner and better protected.

Rinse Your Glasses After Spending the Day Poolside or at the Beach
Salt water and chlorine can build up on your glasses and may affect your lenses as well as metal frames and hinges over time. After a day of fun by the water, give your glasses a quick rinse with lukewarm water to remove any residue and help extend their lifespan. Remember to never swim with your glasses to keep them looking their best.

Store Them in a Protective Hard Case
Loose glasses in a beach bag or backpack are easily scratched, bent, or crushed. Keeping them in a hard case whenever you're not wearing them is one of the easiest ways to protect your investment.

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