Whether you wear luxury eyewear or not, you should keep your glasses in good condition to help extend their lifespan. Cleaning any pair of glasses is a crucial part of this process. But when it comes to top-tier eyewear, the details may matter a bit more.
High-end eyeglasses and sunglasses like Ray-Bans can be an investment. Regularly cleaning them is a great way to both honor this investment and keep your vision crisp, clear, and smudge-free.
When cleaning your specs or sunglasses, it’s important to use only clean hands, gentle materials, and appropriate cleaning solutions. Follow these steps to properly clean your sunglasses and eyeglasses:
If you’re on the go, you can use a lens cleaning spray instead of soap and water. Just make sure the cleaning solution is designed for eyewear and safe to use on your lenses. After spraying the solution on the lenses, use a microfiber cloth to clean and dry them.
Ray-Ban uses a range of materials to make their eyeglasses and sunglasses frames. Matte, plastic, and metal frames are some examples. Each of these materials is finely handcrafted and should be cared for accordingly.
You can use the same cleaning tips and methods mentioned above — just be sure to use extra care with your Ray-Bans. It’s the best way to ensure they retain their quality and value, both for your vision needs and for the frames and lenses themselves.
Many Ray-Ban frame styles have nose pads (or nosepads), and they can get dirty or oily more quickly than other parts of your frames because they rest on your nose.
Before you clean them, wash your hands with soap and water. You don’t want to transfer any germs from your fingers to your glasses, especially when you’re trying to get them clean.
Here are some ways to clean your Ray-Ban nose pads:
If your nose pads become damaged, discolored, or too dirty to clean, you may need to replace them. You can order replacement nose pads online or ask your optician for assistance if you don’t feel comfortable changing them out yourself.
Polarized lenses are more sensitive to cleaning solutions and fabrics than standard sunglass lenses. This is due to the chemical the lenses use to filter light. This high-tech coating also makes them more expensive than regular sunglass lenses.
Because of this, it’s crucial to care for your polarized Ray-Bans appropriately. Review our methods above for how to clean Ray-Bans. Avoid abrasive cleaning products, hot water, and rough materials on your special lenses. Don’t take any chances.
Since polarized Ray-Bans can be especially handy for fishing, golfing, and time near the water, they may be exposed to more extreme temperatures, sand, and debris. Do your best to keep your sunglasses out of harm’s way and always store them in a protective case when you take them off.
Your lenses can also get splashed easily when you’re near water. Keep a microfiber cloth close by so you can quickly dry them off without risking unnecessary scratches.
Cleaning any eyewear is pretty straightforward, but there are a few things you should avoid doing. For the best results and to avoid damage, remember these tips:
If you notice any scratches while you’re cleaning your eyewear, don’t try to buff them out yourself. This can make matters worse, especially for expensive glasses.
A key component of caring for your Ray-Ban eyewear is storing it properly — in its protective case. Taking this step helps to keep your glasses from getting dirty or dusty. It also protects them from scratches and damage that can occur if dropped, sat on, or tossed around in a bag.
Even if they are in a case, be sure to keep your glasses out of extreme temperatures. Keep them away from fireplaces and out of hot cars to prevent heat damage. Very hot temperatures can cause crazing (a series of small cracks), particularly on lenses that have special coatings or films.
Ray-Ban sunglasses are built to last when they’re taken care of. Regular cleanings, gentle handling, and proper storage can help extend their lifetime and value.