I've always been a bit of a klutz, and that extends to my eyeglasses. Smudges, fingerprints, and dust seem to gravitate towards my lenses no matter how careful I am. For years, I struggled to find the perfect way to keep my glasses clean without scratching them or leaving streaks. My journey led me through countless cloths and cleaning solutions, and I'm excited to share what I've learned along the way!
It all started with a simple problem: smudged lenses. I tried everything – my shirt, paper towels, even those rough napkins from the coffee shop. Each attempt left me with either a blurry film or tiny scratches that drove me crazy. I was on a quest to find the holy grail of eyeglass cleaning.
I remember one particularly frustrating day. I had just received a new pair of reading glasses. These New Gradient Frame Anti-blue Reading Glasses from Mozaer Eyewear were perfect for reading the newspaper and watching TV. I felt great about finally being able to read the fine print without squinting. However, within an hour, they were covered in fingerprints. The lenses were so dirty I couldn’t even see clearly. That's when I knew I needed to get serious about finding a real solution.
I started researching different types of cloths. Chamois cloths and microfiber cloths kept popping up. The debate seemed endless: which one was truly superior? I decided to experiment.
My first attempt was with a traditional chamois cloth. While it felt soft and luxurious, I found that it didn't always remove smudges effectively. It seemed to just spread the oils around, leaving a greasy film on the lenses. I was disappointed.
Next, I tried a standard microfiber cloth. It was better than the chamois, but it still wasn't perfect. I noticed that after a few uses, the microfiber cloth would become saturated with oils and dirt, making it less effective. Plus, it seemed to attract dust like a magnet.
After much trial and error, I discovered that the key to clean eyeglasses wasn't just the cloth, but the entire cleaning process. I realized that simply wiping the lenses wasn't enough to remove the stubborn oils and grime that accumulated on the frames.
That's when I started incorporating dish soap into my cleaning routine. I learned that a gentle wash with dish soap could break down those oils and make the lenses much easier to clean. I don't do this daily, but once in a while, it makes a huge difference. And it is important to use a gentle soap. Nothing with harsh chemicals.