You should be cleaning your glasses every single morning this is the best way to do it
We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you should wash your hair and more.If you wear glasses, you know just how annoying smudges can be.
In fact, it can be nearly impossible to focus on whatever you’re looking at.Plus, if you use the wrong products to clean eyewear, it can compromise their quality over time, which leads to more costs down the road.To keep your glasses clean without ruining them, it’s best to use cleaners that don’t have “alcohol, harsh chemicals, perfumes and scents,” says Sheena Taff, an optician and business owner at Optician About Town.
“The smell is usually a great indicator, lens cleaner shouldn’t have an obvious odor to it.” For a step-by-step tutorial on the best way to clean glasses — and the best products to do it — I asked Taff and other eyewear experts for their guidance, which I share below.Selected.Our top picksBest overallKoala Eyeglass Lens Cleaner Spray Kit $undefined$9.99AmazonLearn moreBest clothMagicFiber Microfiber Cleaning Cloth$9.98$14.99AmazonLearn moreRelatedselectselectThe best places to buy stylish glasses onlineWant more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter.The best products for cleaning glassesBefore we get to the steps, we want to make sure you have the right products to get your eye glasses, reading glasses, sunglasses and other specs in top shape.Aside from water and mild soap (which works well for this task), there are other easy options to try.
Below I’ve listed several highly-rated lens cleaners for you to consider.Koala Eyeglass Lens Cleaner Spray Kit 55,675 Amazon Reviews$9.99AmazonWhat to knowWhat we likeAlcohol freeWorks for camerasMicrofiber cloth includedSomething to noteNothing to note at this timeIf you prefer a portable and tech-safe cleaning spray (it also cleans camera lenses withou...