#varifocals

I knew I needed reading glasses. I'm getting into my middish fifties. It happens right?

So, fine. Acceptable. Welcome to the club of the non squinters. Bring on the ability to read food labels again.

But once I had had my eyes tested and the squintiness confirmed, the optician casually informed me I also need distance glasses AND computer glasses.

Sorry… WHAT?

Optician: “We recommend varifocals.” Translation: £££££. Me: “Hmm. I'll think about it”

So I bought two already-expensive pairs from the optician, and then — in a moment of wild optimism — ordered varifocals online.

They arrived. I was so excited. I had dreams of becoming a one-pair-of-glasses woman. A streamlined, together, organised version of myself.

Then I put them on.

And immediately regretted every life choice I’d made up until that point.

I couldn’t see a bloody thing.

The world turned into a funhouse mirror. My head started doing that weird tilt thing. Everything looked like it was sliding off a cliff. I walked across the room with all the grace of Bambi on ice. And the nausea… my god, the nausea.

So yeah....no.

Here I am — back to having glasses all over the house for the “just in case”…

Just in case I lose a pair.

Just in case I need a pair in the toilet.

A pair in my bag.

A pair (or 3) in my workspace.

Emergency car glovebox glasses but if I put them on I can see distance fine but not the sat nav!!!!).

“Where did I put my glasses so I can find my glasses?” glasses.

Varifocals: 0 Me: also 0, but with significantly more eyewear scattered around the house.

I now own more pairs of glasses than shoes. And I still can’t find any of the s*dding things when I need them.

What are varifocal glasses?

Varifocals are multifocal glasses that have three vision powers on their lenses. Unlike bifocals, varifocal lenses don’t have segregating lines but rather have a smooth transition. These glasses provide a clear view from reading to far distances. 

Whether you are reading a book, driving or working on a computer, you don’t have to switch between different glasses as varifocals glasses will accommodate all your vision needs. 

How do varifocals work? 

Varifocal lenses have multiple powers on the lens surface. You just have to move your eyes to see clearly through different vision fields. 

People who have both presbyopia and myopia (nearsightedness) should use varifocal glasses. The bottom part of these lenses are made for close-up viewing. 

The top segment is meant for distant vision and the middle part is dedicated to intermediate vision. 

Where to buy varifocals? 

There are different types of varifocal lenses available at different prices. If you wish to buy good-quality varifocal lenses at affordable rates, you can get online glasses. Not only will you save money, but if you buy from Specscart, you’ll get free shipping and next day delivery for your order.

Are varifocal lenses easy to adjust to?

You are sure to have some trouble with your new glasses especially when you’ve never worn them before. As varifocal lenses have multiple vision fields, your eyes will take time to get into the habit of seeing through them.