How to put on fit-over sunglasses correctly

It's a good idea to start by checking that your regular glasses fit as they normally do.

Then take the fit-over sunglasses with both hands and carefully place them on the outside of your existing ones glasses. Avoid pressing it against your face or pulling hard on the temples.

When the sunglasses are in place, you should feel whether they rest comfortably and are stable.

Try looking up, down and to the sides. If your regular glasses move when you move your head, this may indicate that the combination does not fit optimally.

A fit-over sunglasses should feel like a natural addition - not something that presses on your normal frame.

Avoid the two glasses coming into contact with each other

When you wear two pairs of glasses at the same time, it is important to pay attention to how they fit in relation to each other.

If the inside of the sunglasses constantly rubs against your regular glasses or frames, it can cause unnecessary wear.

Therefore check that there is sufficient space between the two glasses.

If you experience contact between the lenses, you should not try to force them closer together. It may be a sign that you need a different size or shape.

What do you do if the sunglasses slip?

If the fit-over sunglasses slide down, you should first check whether they fit correctly.

It may also be that the model is too spacious or does not fit well with the shape of your regular glasses.

When you move your head, the sunglasses should preferably remain seated without dragging the inner glasses with them.

Therefore, try to move your head calmly from side to side and look down before using the combination on a long trip.

If the frame keeps sliding, it is better to choose a different model than to accept a bad fit.

When you move between indoors and outdoors

A big advantage of sunglasses over your own glasses is that you can remove the sunglasses without changing your regular glasses.

It is especially practical when you go into a shop, visit a café or enter from strong sunlight.

Take off the fit-over sunglasses with both hands so you avoid pulling your regular glasses askew.

Store them in a case or a protected compartment in your bag so that the lenses are not scratched by keys, coins and other objects.

The small routines make it easier to use the sunglasses several times during the day.

Good habits when wearing sunglasses in the car

If you use fit-over sunglasses while driving, it is particularly important that they fit securely and do not restrict your view.

Check that you can see clearly ahead and to the sides. Also be aware of any limitations in side vision, as some models have more covering sides than regular sunglasses.

If the lenses are polarized, you should check that you can read the car's displays and instruments without problems.

It is best to adjust or remove the glasses while the car is stationary in a safe place, rather than messing around with two frames while driving.

Don't wear dark sunglasses in conditions where they make it difficult to see the road, for example at night.

How to clean your fit-over sunglasses

Just like ordinary glasses, fit-over sunglasses are exposed to dust, grease, fingerprints and dirt.

To take good care of the lenses, you should avoid wiping them hard with a dry cloth if there is sand or dust on them the surface.

Instead, gently rinse away loose dirt with lukewarm water if the manufacturer's cleaning instructions allow it. Then use a clean microfiber cloth and possibly a cleaning agent suitable for the type of lens in question.

Avoid strong detergents and very hot water as this can affect certain lens treatments.

It is also a good idea to clean your regular glasses before putting on fit-over sunglasses. In this way, you reduce the risk of dirt being trapped between the two pairs.

Avoid moisture and fog between the lenses

When two pairs of glasses are close together, fogging can occur in some situations, especially with large temperature differences or high humidity.

This can happen, for example, when you come from a cool environment to a warm and humid one. environment.

If fogging occurs, remove the fit-over sunglasses when it is safe to do so and allow the moisture to dissipate.

Make sure both pairs are dry before putting them in the case.

Persistent fogging can also be a sign that the distance between the two frames is not working optimally.

Storage is more important than many people think

It is tempting to leave the sunglasses loose in the car, especially if you use them daily.

However, high temperatures, direct sunlight and contact with hard objects can affect both frame and glass.

Therefore, please use the provided case when the sunglasses are not in use, and avoid leaving them in very hot environments, for example on the dashboard of a parked car.

It helps protect the sunglasses and can extend their useful life.

When should you choose another model?

If you experience persistent pressure at the nose, unstable fit, contact between the lenses or limited vision, you should consider another fit-over sunglasses.

You are not meant to get used to discomfort.

Prego has Suncover models with different proportions and looks. It can make it easier to find a model that better fits the way your regular glasses sit.

See PREGO's Suncover sunglasses and compare the product measurements before choosing.