You’re not alone.
75% of people wear some jot down of vision correction reports a Vision Impact Institute study, perEssilor.
Of that number, the majority opt for glasses over contacts.
However, according toThe Wall Street Journal, glassless-glasses can be originally attributed to Japan in ’90s.
Only time will tell if this also includes 2010s “hipster glasses.”
Glasses prescriptions are more specific than contacts
Trends come and go, and so do prescriptions.
Deciding whether to opt for contacts this time around?
“There are pros and cons to both,” notes Dr. Rabbani.
The optometrist notes that contacts are also safer to wear during physical activities.
Unlike glasses, they won’t slip if you get sweaty or dodge too quickly.
When looking atpopular eyewear frame trends, check that to factor in comfortability as well as aesthetic.
Add a nose pad or anti-slip sleeves if you want your frames to remain steady all day, perBuzzFeed.
When shopping for contacts, talk to a certified eye doctor about your options.
As noted by theU.S.
Food & Drug Administration, some extended wear lenses can last up to 30 days.
Others are daily disposables, meaning they should be thrown out after each use.
