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Looking Good in Reading Glasses Is
No Longer a Mission Impossible
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 2012 — Guys, here's your mission, should you choose to accept it: Look cool, calm and collected while wearing these sharp reading glasses from the Mission Impossible collection.
The four men's styles include "Inside Job," shown here. It has a rectangular front in acetate with metal temples. Shown in a combination of black and tortoise, it also comes in gray or in black with tortoise details.
The "Caper," "Conman" and "Heist" styles also come in three colors each. Two have metal fronts with acetate temples, and the other is all acetate. All come in a choice of three color combinations.
Please click here for closeup photos of more Mission Impossible reading glasses by Cinzia Designs.
What's Your Fastest Run on the Slopes? The Z3 Live Ski Goggle with GPS Technology Can Tell You This and More
BOULDER, Colo., February 2012 — Looking for the latest in ski goggle technology? The Z3 Live GPS goggle by Zeal Optics brings 21st century design to the slopes, with its GPS system that provides real-time tracking of your speed, altitude, jump stats and the outside temperature.
Just like a smartphone, it enables caller ID, text messaging, buddy tracking and mountain navigation, all from a widescreen display that is integrated right into the goggle.
The Z3 Live GPS goggle also has photochromic lenses that change from light to dark and back again, along with the changing light on the slopes. So you don't have to stop and change lenses manually if it clouds over.
And the lenses are polarized, to stop glare from making your eyes uncomfortable.
Try out the Z3 Live GPS goggle at an optical store, sporting goods store or ski/snowboard shop. Please click here for a closeup photo.
Also, click here for 12 tips on buying ski goggles, with a helpful video.
New Over-the-Counter Eye Drop Has a Lipid-Based Formula That Delivers Low-Blur Comfort in the Treatment of Dry Eyes
IRVINE, Calif., February 2012 — A new artificial tear option is available for dry eyes, and you don't need a prescription for it.
Refresh Optive Advanced is an over-the-counter lipid-enhanced tear that manufacturer Allergan says has the low blur and comfort of an aqueous tear.
It is designed to work on all three layers of your tear film. It contains a lipid that reinforces the lipid layer; and the formula hydrates and increases volume of the aqueous layer while it lubricates and protects the mucin layer.
Refresh Optive Advanced doesn't separate, so no shaking is required before use. You can find it in many retail locations, including drugstores and grocery stores.
Please click here for a closeup photo.
Adjustable and Reversible Prism Glasses Serve a Variety of Purposes for People Who Must Stay Still; Also Great for Cycling
CHERRY HILL, N.J., January 2012 — If you are confined to the same position for a long period of time, it can be difficult to view everything you want to — especially if you can't move your neck very much. These Adjustable and Reversible Prism Glasses by Task-Vision could be the answer.
You can adjust the prisms up or down for various viewing angles, and you can reverse the prisms if you need to view something straight ahead but can't position your head that way.
The glasses are a great solution for people suffering from arthritis, stroke, spine injury or neck injury. Anyone who is bedridden can lie on their back and use these glasses to view a TV across the room or reading material supported on their chest. According to Task-Vision, the glasses are made of a non-magnetic alloy that allows them to be used even during an MRI scan.
They also allow endurance cyclists to keep their head down while riding but still see what's ahead of them on the road.
The glasses can flip up, too, so you don't have to take them off when you're not using them. The open frame design lets you wear them alone or over your prescription eyeglasses, and they come with a sport strap for stability. Please click here for more photos.
Great Holiday Gift Idea: Tommy Hilfiger's First-Ever Ski Goggles
PARSIPPANY, N.J., December 2011 — Preppy '70s style finds its way onto the slopes in these new designs by Tommy Hilfiger — the first ski goggles ever from the quintessentially American designer.
The goggles come in two color combinations: a white frame with a red, white and blue striped band; and a navy frame with a navy and green tartan plaid band.
They have a wraparound, rounded shape with double lenses in lightweight, strong polycarbonate. The lenses have been treated with anti-scratch and anti-fog coatings.
Please click here for closeup photos of the two color choices.
New Eye-Bobs Readers for Men and Women
MINNEAPOLIS, November 2011 — Eye-Bobs has launched new reading glasses for fall/winter, with an emphasis on both strong color and crystal-clear elements.
Shown here: Hussey in caramel tortoise; Rome E O in orange tortoise with blue denim temples; Snappy in red crystal with crystal temples; and Lucky Bamboo in tortoise and pink, with sustainable bamboo temples.
Most Eye-Bobs reading glasses come in several colors and reading powers and are available in many optical stores.
These New Pendants Make a Fashion Statement
While They Hold Your Eyewear
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., October 2011 — The newest jewelry from Cinzia Designs doesn't just look elegant, it also serves a purpose: holding your sunglasses or reading glasses for you until you need them.
Two of the new styles are shown here. Zip Red (left) is cleverly designed to look like a zipper pull. V3 (right) is a serene combination of round shapes, from donuts to disks.
And the best part is, these chains make a wonderful one-size-fits-all gift. Please click here for a closeup photo of these and other new eyewear necklaces by Cinzia Designs.
EyeScience Launches Ocular Vitamin for Computer Eye Strain
COLUMBUS, Ohio, August 2011 — Can an eye vitamin help reduce eye strain and fatigue related to computer vision syndrome? According to eye vitamin maker EyeScience, the answer is yes.
The company's new Computer Eye Strain Formula contains astaxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin. These are carotenoid antioxidants that EyeScience says can help increase blood flow, improve eye focusing and reduce inflammation and irritation resulting from long periods of time spent using a computer.
Prolonged use of gaming systems, smartphones (texting and email) and iPads also can cause eye irritation, and EyeScience designed this formula to help users of these digital devices as well.
In addition to eye strain, computer vision syndrome symptoms such as headaches, glare sensitivity, double vision and dry eyes are also targets of the formula.
EyeScience supplements are sold through eye care professionals as well as at CVS pharmacies.
Newsmaking Styles in the Journalist Collection of
Reading Glasses for Men and Women
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 2011 — The new Journalist Collection of unisex reading glasses has a scholarly look that's far from stuffy.
Shown here is "Fine Print," a rectangular semi-rimless style that comes in green, black or gunmetal. Also available is "Editorial," a rounded shape with a vintage vibe. It comes in red, black or bronze.
Both are in flat metals with a matte finish and tortoise-patterned earpieces. By Cinzia Designs. Click here for closeup photos of this and other styles and colors.
3D Eyewear by Cocoons: Made To Be Worn Over
Your Prescription Glasses
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., May 2011 — If you wear prescription glasses and enjoy 3D gaming, movies and/or TV, consider this new 3D eyewear by Cocoons.
Like Cocoons sunglasses, this eyewear is worn over your own glasses. What makes it different is its suitability for all passive 3D systems that require circular polarizing filters, such as RealD.
The lenses feature 40 percent light transmission, and in fact this eyewear can be used outdoors as sunglasses, providing 100 percent protection from UVA and UVB rays.
The frame is designed to eliminate distracting ambient light from all side angles, and it has patented Flex2Fit adjustable temples for a custom, secure fit. The ballistic nylon frame comes in six styles, currently all in slate color with the Cocoons Soft Touch finish.
Every pair of 3D eyewear comes with a neoprene case, lens cloth and limited lifetime warranty. Please click here for a closeup photo.
Off-Beat Reading Glasses Debut for Spring
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., February 2011 — The new Off-Beat Collection of laser-cut metal reading glasses comes in nine styles for women.
The look is slim and European, with both full-rim and half-rim designs and three whimsical color combinations per frame style. Pictured here is "Skeletal," shown in green and slate.
Click here for photos of other new Off-Beat styles in the Trendies Collection by Cinzia Designs.
Juicy Couture's New Ski Goggles Combine a Trendy Look With Performance Features
PARSIPPANY, N.J., January 2011 — The Black Diamond ski and snowboard goggles by Juicy Couture have a look that's all Juicy, in two available color combinations: a black mask with a hot pink plaid strap and silver flash mirrored lens; and a pink mask with a hot pink plaid strap and gray lens. Both feature the Juicy Couture logo in big letters on the extra-wide, woven strap.
Yes, they're fun and trendy, but other features help these goggles perform on the slopes, according to the manufacturer. For example, the frames are made of a urethane compound that conforms to your face and stays flexible even in very cold temperatures.
Air space sealed between dual lenses creates a thermal barrier to keep the goggle's inner air warm and dry.
And a Fog-X chemical treatment creates a micro-etched surface on the inner lens designed to absorb moisture before it can form. Since the Fog-X is burned into the lens, it can't be wiped away like other anti-fog coatings.
The Black Diamond goggle is available at Juicy Couture Boutiques, sunglass stores and specialty stores. Please click here for a closeup photo.
Bausch + Lomb Recalls Soothe Xtra Hydration Eye Drops
ROCHESTER, N.Y., January 2011 — Available only in the United States, Soothe Xtra Hydration eye drops are being recalled voluntarily by manufacturer Bausch + Lomb because a small number of consumers reported possible foreign matter in the tip of the bottles. Testing on the opened, partially used bottles showed the particles to be mold.
No mold-related adverse events have been reported, but the company issued the recall anyway, for everyone's safety. The company is conducting an investigation into the reports, which may take several months.
If you have these eye drops at home, please call one of these numbers for instructions on return and reimbursement: Recall Hotline at (877) 907-9964 or Bausch + Lomb customer service center at (800) 553-5340. Note that only Soothe Xtra Hydration eye drops are affected — all other Soothe eye products remain on the market.
Visualites1 Reading Glasses Bring Color to Your World
SUN VALLEY, Calif., December 2010 — Three new designs in the Visualites1 collection of reading glasses have plain, rimless lenses with colorful temples and bridges.
The styles are ultra-light in weight and come with color-matched plastic cases for easy stowage.
Shown at top is the "Purple Monet" style, with a turquoise and magenta impressionistic pattern and plum-colored temple tips. The case is in pale, frosted blue.
Next is "Blush Stripe," in pastels with blush pink temple tips and bridge. The case is blush-colored with a striped band.
At bottom is "Grey Matrix," a sober, unisex style with a clear frosted case.
All Visualites1 reading glasses have acrylic lenses that come in the following powers: 1.0, 1.25, 1.5, 1.75, 2.0, 2.25, 2.5 or 3.0 diopters. They are affordable and make a great holiday gift. Please click here for a closeup photo.
New PreserVision Soft Gel Vitamins Are Smaller, Easier To Swallow
MADISON, N.J., December 2010 — As promised, Bausch + Lomb has issued a new, smaller version of its PreserVision Eye Vitamin AREDS 2 Formula that is easier to swallow.
The new launch follows a voluntary U.S. recall of the previous version because of reports that some people had difficulty swallowing the larger soft gels. (See details below.)
The smaller soft gels are taken twice per day, two gels per dose. The vitamins contain omega-3 fatty acids, lutein and zeaxanthin, all of which have been shown to support eye health.
U-Readers Don't Hide Your Eyes — They Frame Them!
WHITEFISH BAY, Wis., November 2010 — U-Readers are uniquely compact reading glasses that are cut in a U-shape. So the lenses are right where you want them — and not hiding your eyes.
Not only that, but they also let you look into the distance without moving your head or sliding the glasses down. You just move your eyes up to look afar, then move them back down to view your reading material. The readers stay in place at the top of your nose, instead of being perched uncomfortably at the bottom.
U-Readers are lightweight and come in various frame styles and reading lens powers.
They're available with clear or tinted lenses (in blue, brown, green, lilac, pink, red and yellow). You can also get them with tints applied to the lens edge, as in the lilac-edged version shown here.
Please click here for photos of other U-Readers styles.
Cinzia Eyewear Necklaces for Fall Show Asian and Nature Themes
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., November 2010 — This unique "Golden Temple" style eyewear necklace by Cinzia Designs serves two functions: it holds your glasses (or sunglasses), and it makes a spectacular fashion statement all by itself.
Please click here for photos of other new styles, which include Dragon and Cha'an (both in the Trendies collection), as well as Verdant and Plaintain (in the Cinzia collection).
The necklaces are hand-made and use high-quality beads, stones and findings.
The Cinzia collection also includes reading glasses, sunglasses, eyewear cases, handbags, scarves and jewelry.
Thermoeyes Beads: Gel Packs That Heighten Heat Treatment for Eyes
TEMECULA, Calif., October 2010 — Tranquileyes Eye Hydrating Therapy goggles were designed to help dry eyes feel better, by increasing heat and humidity around the eyes. According to manufacturer Eye Eco, wearing the goggles stimulates tear production and reduces evaporation of natural tears.
Thermoeyes Beads are new gel packs designed to boost the intensity and duration of the treatment. You just heat the packs in your microwave and then insert them in your goggles.
The extra heat helps open the meibomian glands, which secrete the oily lipid layer of the tear film. Tear evaporation slows down, and you feel relief after just 15 minutes, says the company.
Another use of Thermoeyes Beads is to place them in the freezer for 15 minutes. The goggles become a cold compress, to reduce eyelid puffiness and inflammation.
Themoeyes Beads are portable and reusable, providing about 50 heat treatments. They are made of glycerin and water and are non-toxic.
You can purchase Tranquileyes goggles and Thermoeyes Beads online or in stores, including optical stores. The manufacturer donates a percentage of net sales to non-profit organizations dedicated to finding cures for Sjogren's syndrome and other diseases that cause dry eyes. Please click here for a closeup photo.
Cinzia's Reading Glasses for Fall Feature Bold Colors
and Flattering Eye Shapes
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., August 2010 — New reading glasses from Cinzia Designs emphasize the company's philosophy that readers shouldn't make you feel old — instead, they should help you make your own personal fashion statement.
Echoing this fall's trends in fashion apparel, the new styles feature a lot of black, red, gold and other bold colors. Tortoise is big this year, and the retro-feel cateye shape is more popular than ever.
Shown here is Rebel, from the Trendies collection, with an acetate cateye frame featuring metal studs and spring hinges. Here it's in black with an inner laminate in gold. Rebel also comes in deep red with an inner laminate in black and tortoise with an inner laminate in gray.
Also shown is Demure, from the Cinzia collection, with a tri-toned acetate frame with spring hinges. Here it's in tortoise with an inner laminate in orange. Demure also comes in tortoise/green and tortoise/red (actually a deep burgundy).
Both reading glasses come in several powers, for women with all levels of presbyopia.
Please click here for photos of the Revolt, Nonchalant and Ringleader styles. All come with a zippered pouch case.
Cinzia Designs also makes folding readers, sunglass readers, sunglasses, eyeglass frames, belts, eyewear necklaces and other accessories.
Eye Vitamin Supplement Recalled
MADISON, N.J., July 2010 — Bausch + Lomb is recalling voluntarily its PreserVision Eye Vitamin AREDS 2 Formula with Omega 3 soft gels. The recall is limited only to the United States.
The reason for the recall is that some people age 70 and older have reported difficulty in swallowing or a choking sensation when taking the soft gel. The dosage is one gel twice a day. Bausch + Lomb said it expects to release a formula later this year in a smaller soft gel; for that product the dosage will be two gels twice a day.
The formula helps provide nutritional support for people with moderate-to-advanced age-related macular degeneration. The recall affects only this particular supplement, and all other PreserVision and Ocuvite supplements, soft gels and tablets remain on the market.
The company said in a press release that the formula is safe and that many of its customers can swallow it comfortably, but "the design of the soft gel requires further consideration."
All customers — even those who have no trouble swallowing the soft gels — are asked to return the product to Bausch + Lomb. For return instructions and reimbursement information, please call (800) 553-5340 from 9 am to 5 pm EST Monday through Friday.
Kits From Krafty Eye Patches Stimulate Your Child's Creative Spirit
SAN DIEGO, June 2010 — It's so important for children who need to patch because of amblyopia to keep on wearing the patch day after day. But how to motivate them?
The founders of Krafty Eye Patches realized with their own daughter that letting her create her own patch designs was key to her compliance with the regimen.
So they came up with design kits that include patches in every color of the rainbow, plus foam, laser and jewel stickers in various shapes, and even google eyes, that kids can use to decorate their patches each day. The kits also come with their own fun carrying case and an instruction booklet.
The Krafty Eye Patch people also realized that the patches had to be comfortable. So the adhesive is latex-free and hypoallergenic. And while the patch stays in place, when removed it doesn't tear skin or pull out eyebrows.
The adhesive also allows the patch to be reused. The stretch fabric is breathable, with a blackout layer that may help the patch work better than other patches that let some light in through the fabric or from the sides.
Patches come in two sizes, and besides the deluxe kits, you also can order mini-kits or boxes of 50 patches. Krafty Eye Patches are available from eye doctors or online.
Please click here for more photos.
Ficklets Temple Charms for Kids Make Wearing Glasses Fun
HIGLEY, Ariz., May 2010 — Ficklets are interchangeable eyewear charm huggers designed to get children excited about wearing their eyeglasses.
They fit just about any eyeglass frame that has a temple up to 7 mm wide.
The charms attach to the temples with a band; for thin temples such as those on metal eyewear, it's best to wind the band twice or twist it, for a snug fit.
Designs are available for both boys and girls, in themes including animals, flowers and sports.
Jewelry-like charms made of metal and stones also are available, as well as ballet shoes, smiley faces, fruits, stars and even flip-flops.
Please click here for closeup photos of some of the Ficklets eyewear charm hugger designs.
Rx-Activ Readers Offer Indoor-Outdoor and Outdoor-Only Options
CALABASAS, Calif., April 2010 — The Rx-Activ Solare semi-rimless reading glasses shown here were designed for either indoor or outdoor use, with a light tint that manufacturer Eagle Eyes says works great for computer use, reading and driving in low-light conditions, at the same time reducing eye strain and fatigue.
The company also makes two reading glasses for outdoor use, with a deeper tint. The Solare sun reader also is semi-rimless, while the Aviator has a full rim in stainless steel. Both offer 100 percent UV and blue light polarized protection in polycarbonate lenses.
All three models have lower-lens reading segments in three powers (1.50, 2.00 or 2.50 diopters) with a nonprescription upper lens for regular distance viewing.
This month Eagle Eyes also announced that, along with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, it will be inducted into the Space Technology Hall of Fame for the same radiation-filtering technology used in its polarized sunglasses. Please click here for additional photos.
Custom-Made Eye Patches for Children With Amblyopia
PETROLIA, Ontario, Canada, March 2010 — If your child is wearing a patch each day for treatment of amblyopia or "lazy eye," consider these cute patches by Eye-Lids.
The patches are non-adhesive, reusable and hand-washable. They are reversible, too, meaning they can cover either the left or the right eye. They are designed to be worn on glasses with a nose piece. Pirate-style patches are available as well.
Eye-Lids come in a variety of pretty and fun fabrics, including patterns with cartoon characters, polka dots, animals and more. Please click here for closeups.
The company can take custom orders, too, if your child likes a particular color or character.
The fabric is cotton/polyester flannel, with a soft batten between the two layers.
Eye-Lids are available in three sizes: small (children under 3), medium (4-6 years old) and large (7-10 years old). For information on ordering, visit the Eye-Lids website.
Chic Eyewear Necklaces by Cinzia Designs
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., February 2010 — Cinzia Designs has debuted a new line of trendy eyewear necklaces called the ZIAs Collection. The handmade necklaces have an open pendant to hold readers or glasses when not in use.
The ZIAs Collection has unique and artistic necklace designs in colors ranging from bold to earthy.
Cinzia Designs released the collection to complement the company's spring Trendies collection of reading glasses.
More than 40 eyewear necklaces are available in the collection. Shown here are Red Velvet, Silhouette and Sloop Lime.
ZIAs can be purchased internationally at select retail stores and online.
Please click here for photos of these styles and others.
For Closeup Vision at Varying Distances, Reading Glasses
With Progressive Lenses
RIDGEFIELD, Conn., January 2010 — Here's an interesting new solution for people with near vision problems (which is pretty much all of us who are over 40): progressive reading glasses from Eschenbach Optik.
You may have noticed, especially when working at the computer, that the vision correction you need to see your keyboard isn't the same as the correction you need to see your monitor. It's because the keyboard and monitor are at two different distances from your eyes.
Eschenbach Optik addresses this problem with the MiniFrame 2, a progressive reader that increases in power by a full diopter from the top of the lens to the bottom.
So, for example, the 2.00 diopter pair has 1.00 diopter of magnification at the top of the lens, but increases gradually to 2.00 diopters at the bottom.
Other uses include viewing a monitor, keyboard and objects next to the computer, such as a printed document, as well as reading both regular and fine print in a newspaper or book.
The MiniFrame 2 comes in five different powers (1.00, 1.50, 2.00, 2.50 and 3.00 diopters) and two frame colors (gold and gunmetal). It's available from eye care practitioners nationwide.
Please click here for a closeup photo of the gunmetal style.
It's All Downhill for This New Fashion Statement From Gucci
PARSIPPANY, N.J., January 2010 — Gucci's new Eyeweb collection of sunglasses now includes fabulous ski goggles for the fashion-forward.
The goggles are unisex and come in either black or white, with the iconic Gucci green-red-green stripe on the stretch headband.
The lenses are anti-fog, with what the company calls its "Seal Ring" technology that maintains enough rigidity in the mask to keep cold out and warmth in, while preventing distortion of the visual field.
The goggles also offer complete UV protection and have a soft inner lining for comfort. They come with a soft carrying pouch.
You'll find Gucci ski goggles at Gucci stores, select optical retailers and online.
Please click here for closeup photos of both the black and the white versions.
LightGuard Wrap Post-Operative Eyewear Offers
High-Quality Protection for a Low Price
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., December 2009 — Eye doctors recommend that after LASIK, cataract surgery or other eye procedures you protect your eyes from visible light, UV light and the elements until they heal.
LightGuard Wrap is a new product that does this at a price the manufacturer says is lower than that of similar products.
The eyewear reduces glare and provides maximum protection from harmful ultraviolet light. And its wraparound design minimizes air flow that can irritate sensitive eyes after surgery.
LightGuard Wrap lenses are treated for scratch resistance and anti-fogging. They have a smoke tint to reduce light intensity, great for eyes that are sensitive to light. The eyewear carries a lifetime limited warranty.
Please click here for a closeup photo.
FogShield Sport Towelettes Prevent Fogging for Eight Hours or More
ROCHESTER, N.Y., December 2009 — With just one application, FogShield Sport pre-moistened towelettes keep fog from forming on goggles and face shields all day, according to manufacturer Bausch + Lomb.
FogShield Sport wipes come in handy foil pouches and cost about $2 per application.
They work in extreme cold or heat and can be used for both glass and plastic lenses.
The proprietary formula was originally designed to work in harsh industrial settings and has been tested on firefighters, hazmat technicians and others.
In fact, the International Association of Hazardous Materials Technicians previously named it the Hazardous Materials Response Product of the Year.
Please click here for a closeup photo.
New Trendies Reading Glasses by Cinzia Designs
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., December 2009 — Iced and Freeze are two of the newest styles in the Trendies Collection of reading glasses.
Trendies are affordable readers with plastic or metal frames and high-quality lenses in several powers. They come with color-coordinated triangular cases.
Iced is shown here in bronze/plum, while Freeze is shown in black/wine. Both come in other color combinations as well.
Cinzia Designs also offers cases, sunglasses, chains and other eyewear accessories, as well as cashmere wraps, bracelets and mini-handbags. You'll find the reading glasses in optical and other stores nationwide.
Please click here for a closeup photo.
FDA Approves Bepreve, a New Allergic Conjunctivitis Treatment
IRVINE, Calif., November 2009 — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new prescription eye drop called Bepreve for treating ocular itching from allergic conjunctivitis. The eye drop is a non-sedating antihistamine used twice a day in patients as young as two years.
The FDA approval follows the completion of multiple clinical studies conducted by ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Inc. to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of Bepreve. The studies found that Bepreve provides quick and significant relief from itchy eyes, which affect more than 75 percent of allergy patients.
Bepreve is expected to be available by the end of 2009.
With Interchangeable Lenses, Wiley X Romer II Advanced Provides Ballistic Protection in All Light Conditions
LIVERMORE, Calif., October 2009 — Wiley X Romer II Advanced eyewear is for hunters and shooting sports enthusiasts who want a high level of eye protection and distortion-free vision in a comfortable and heat-resistant frame.
The frame is designed for easy switching between clear, smoke and light rust-colored lenses, so you can always choose the lens that's just right, even in changing light conditions. Yet the lenses stay securely in place to provide advanced protection when needed.
The lenses are made of shatterproof 2.00mm Selenite polycarbonate and have both scratch resistance and anti-fog coatings.
The eyewear is certified to withstand the impact of a .15 caliber steel fragment fired at 640-660 feet per second, meeting ANSI Z87.1-2003 High Velocity Impact, VO Ballistic Impact Test MIL-PRF-31013 standards.
The lenses also provide 100 percent UVA/UVB protection.
Wiley X Romer II Advanced eyewear comes with three sets of lenses, a zipper top nylon carrying case and a cleaning cloth. Wiley X makes a complete line of protective eyewear for outdoor activities such as hunting and motorcycling, as well as on-the-job safety.
Please click here for a closeup photo.
New Claritin Eye Soothes Allergy Eyes
KENILWORTH, N.J., October 2009 — The makers of Claritin have released an antihistamine eye drop called Claritin Eye to relieve itchy eyes caused by allergies.
The eye drops block the histamine that causes itchy eyes and can control the itch for up to 12 hours. Only one drop is needed in each eye. The drops are safe for children as young as 3 years old.
Itchy eyes are a bothersome symptom for many allergy sufferers and can be caused by both indoor and outdoor allergens, such as dust, mold, pollen, animal hair and dander.
The company, Schering-Plough Corporation, also launched a Facebook page with resources for allergy sufferers. On Facebook, users can upload photos and clear red eye in their pictures using the "Claritin Eye Makeover" application.
Claritin Eye is available without a prescription and can be purchased from most food and drug retailers in the eye care aisle.
Green View Reading Glasses Have Eco-Friendly Frames
SMITHFIELD, R.I., September 2009 — Green View over-the-counter reading glasses have 100 percent recycled materials in the plastic frames, with high-quality lenses and a renewable fiber case.
The new collection includes styles for men and women, with some unisex frames suitable for both.
The lenses are hard-coated, thin, scratch-resistant and designed to reduce distortion, according to the manufacturer. Most styles also have spring hinges for a comfortable fit.
You can find Green View reading glasses in various optical powers to suit your needs, in stores nationwide. Please click here for a closeup photo.
New Safety Goggle Fits Over Your Prescription Eyeglasses
SMITHFIELD, R.I., July 2009 — Uvex Stealth Over-the-Glass safety goggles protect your eyes — and your prescription eyeglasses — against impact, airborne particles, chemical splash and more.
You can use them at work or at home, and since they fit comfortably over your glasses, you don't need them custom made with a prescription.
Uvex Stealth OTG goggles have a flexible, elastomer body that conforms to facial contours for a gap-free fit. The lenses are wraparound, for good coverage and peripheral vision. The adjustable headband lets the goggles fit even with hard hats.
Lenses are available in clear, amber, standard gray and shade 3.0 and 5.0 welding tints with a dual coating called Dura-streme to protect against both fog and scratches. Lenses can be changed and replaced easily.
Please click here for a closeup photo.
Interactive Data Glasses: No Longer a Dream for the Future
DRESDEN, Germany, June 2009 — Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems are developing a device for new interactive data glasses that would be the first to allow the wearer to open applications as well as view information or images. The device will enable eye tracking so that wearers can control content simply by moving their eyes.
Interactive Data Glasses by Fraunhofer IPMS.
Conventional data glasses (also called head-mounted displays) have been tested but typically are expensive, heavy and bulky. In this case, the researchers are using a computer chip that is inexpensive, small and light, as well as easy to produce.
The chip is placed behind the hinge of the eyeglass frame's temple. From the temple, the chip's microdisplay projects images onto the retina. To the eyeglass wearer, the image appears to be about a meter away. The device uses organic light-emitting diodes to produce enough luminosity so that images can be seen against contrasting backgrounds.
The researchers believe the interactive data glasses could increase efficiency for many industries, such as medical fields, because users would be able to consult information hands-free. For instance, operating surgeons could open and view patients' vital functions and X-ray images. Engineers could see construction drawings, and technicians could read installation instructions.
The scientists stated they are already working on the next developmental stage for the glasses.
New Pink Eye Treatment Launches
ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 2009 — Bausch + Lomb has launched Besivance, a topical eye drop treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis that is available by prescription.
Bacterial conjunctivitis symptoms include red eyes, swelling, itching, watering and a sticky discharge from the eyes. The condition often lasts one or two weeks, but it can easily come back, expecially among schoolchildren who don't take extra precautions during the infection.
In clinical trials, people using Besivance saw their infection disappear faster than those treated with a solution containing only a preservative.
According to Bausch + Lomb, the treatment is well tolerated in people 1 year old and older. Adverse reactions in fewer than 3 percent of clinical trial patients included eye redness, blurred vision, eye pain, irritation, itching and headache.
Advanced Vision Research Launches MacuTrition
WOBURN, Mass., March 2009 — MacuTrition is a new eye vitamin and mineral supplement formulated for potential benefits especially related to age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
Based on scientific studies, the supplement includes AREDS formula antioxidants, fish-oil omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, green tea extract and tocotrienols (a form of vitamin E).
"By targeting oxidation, inflammation and angiogenesis, we take a multi-pronged approach to maintaining eye health, especially in those with diabetes and macular degeneration, including those at risk — i.e., family members," said Jeffrey P. Gilbard, MD, founder and CEO of Advanced Vision Research and clinical assistant professor at Harvard Medical School.
According to the company, each daily dose of MacuTrition has certain nutritional content similar to that found in a 2.8 oz. serving of wild coho salmon and three cups of green tea. The vitamin D content of MacuTrition is the same as the health benefit of spending 12 minutes a day in the sun.
Heat Therapy Goggles Included in Alodox Eye Care Kit
RICHMOND, Tex., January 2009 — Purchase of Alodox, an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment for eye disease, now includes a free pair of moist heat therapy goggles and reusable heat packs from Eye Eco Inc. The heat therapy goggles used with warm water increase humidity and stimulate tear production to relieve dry eyes that can occur with inflammation.
The goggles also help prevent tear evaporation, which in turn maintains soothing moisture on the eye's surface. Accompanying heat packs, which first are boiled in water, are snapped inside the goggles to help provide moist heat for about 30 minutes at a time.
Alodox, available by prescription only, is taken orally as an antibiotic to help control bacteria associated with inflammatory eye disease.
Because the drug is used in low doses, the manufacturer (OcuSoft) says it typically has fewer side effects.
The drug may be used in treatment of conditions such as blepharitis and meibomian gland dysfunction that can lead to dry eye.
The convenience kit also includes pre-moistened antibacterial pads, eyelid cleanser and eyelid scrub, used for controlling bacteria that contribute to eye irritation. 
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