Light-responsive lenses

Looking for glasses that adapt wherever you go? Our light-responsive lenses transition from fully clear to dark grey, brown, or green when exposed to UV rays (rain or shine). They also reduce glare, prevent eye strain, and filter more blue light from the sun and screens than our classic lenses. Wahoo!

Felix in Pacific Crystal showing dark lenses in outdoor settingFelix in Pacific Crystal showing lighter lenses in an indoor setting
Welty in Violet Magnolia showing dark lenses in outdoor settingWelty in Violet Magnolia showing lighter lenses in an indoor setting
Wilkie in Black Matte Eclipse showing dark lenses in outdoor settingWilkie in Black Matte Eclipse showing lighter lenses in an indoor setting

Felix

Pacific Crystal

IndoorsOutdoors

*Fun fact: The level of darkness and speed of transition depend on the level of UV exposure and temperature.

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Lenses remain clear indoors, with absence of UV light

But wait. There’s more.

  • Light-responsive lenses are available for all prescription types, from single-vision and progressives to non-prescription and readers.

  • Scratch-resistant and superhydrophobic, anti-reflective coatings are included

  • They block 100% of UVA and UVB rays

Person wearing frames
Lenses darken outdoors, when UV light increases

How they work

  • Light-responsive lenses begin to darken when exposed to UV rays (in both direct and indirect light)—then fade back to clear indoors

  • The level of darkness and speed of transition depend on the level of UV exposure and temperature

  • Light-responsive technology is inside the lens—so treatment won’t rub or peel off

How to buy online

  • Find a pair of eyeglasses you like

    Then click “Select lenses and purchase.” (Just like you normally would.)

  • Select your prescription type

    Choose from single-vision (the standard prescription for near or distance) or progressive (a prescription that covers reading, distance, and in between). We also have readers (no prescription required!), as well as non-prescription lenses.

  • Choose your lenses

    We offer standard clear lenses, blue-light-filtering lenses, and light-responsive lenses in three colors (grey, brown, and green). If you’d like light-responsive lenses, select them for an additional $100.