Brilio.net - Glasses are not only worn by those of you who have nearsightedness. Glasses can also be worn to protect the eyes from excessive UV rays. In glasses, there are two lenses parallel to the right and left. The lens part must also be kept clean so that the appearance of the glasses is not damaged and remains clean.
However, as they are used, it is not uncommon for eyeglass lenses to become stained with dirt. Well, this dirt can come from dust when the glasses are worn outside or from hand marks when holding the lenses. Apart from dirt, sometimes scratches also appear on the glasses lenses. These scratches arise because the lens is wiped with a cloth with a rough surface.
If left unchecked, these scratches can interfere with comfort when wearing glasses. One solution, quite a few people use alcohol to remove the scratches.
But you don't need to worry if you don't have alcohol at home, there are still other tricks you can try to remove scratch marks. This trick was demonstrated by YouTube user Jack Ofall - Pinoy Woody. In one of his videos, he admitted that he cleaned the scratch stains by just adding 1 kitchen ingredient.
The trick to removing scratches on glasses is just adding 1 kitchen ingredient.
Reported by BrilioFood from YouTube Jack Ofall - Pinoy Woody on Thursday (9/5), the kitchen ingredient used is baking soda.
photo: YouTube/Jack Ofall - Pinoy Woody
To clean it, you can prepare a container. Then pour enough baking soda into the container. If so, pour in a little water and stir so that the two ingredients are mixed evenly.
photo: YouTube/Jack Ofall - Pinoy Woody
After mixing thoroughly, the cleaning fluid can be directly applied to glasses that are covered in scratches. This netizen immediately applied cleaning fluid to the glasses lenses. After that, the lens is rubbed by hand.
photo: YouTube/Jack Ofall - Pinoy Woody
After rubbing for a while, he wiped the lens with a dry cloth to clean the remaining grains of baking soda. Next, rinse the glasses with water until clean.
After rinsing with water, wipe the glasses lenses again with a cloth until they are dry. As a result, scratches on the glasses lenses disappear. The appearance is also cleaner, you know.
How to care for eyeglass lenses.
Taking good care of your glasses lenses is important to ensure your glasses remain comfortable to wear and provide clear vision. Here are some simple steps to care for eyeglass lenses.
1. Use a microfiber cloth.
Use a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth to clean eyeglass lenses. Avoid using rough cloths or tissues because they can leave scratches on the lens.
2. Spray special cleaning fluid.
Spray glasses cleaning fluid specifically designed for cleaning glasses lenses. Do not use cleaning fluids that contain ammonia or alcohol, as this can damage the protective coating on the lenses.
3. Avoid direct touch.
Avoid touching the glasses lenses directly with your fingers, especially if the lenses are dirty. This can leave oil or dirt stains that are difficult to remove.
4. Store glasses properly.
When not in use, store glasses in a glasses case or special storage container. Do not leave glasses scattered on a table or lying in an open area where they may become exposed to dust or scratches.
5. Avoid extreme temperatures.
Avoid leaving glasses in a car parked in direct sunlight or in very hot or cold places, as extreme temperatures can damage the frames and lenses.
6. Check and readjust the bolts and screws.
Periodically, check the bolts and screws on the eyeglass frames. Make sure they stay tight so the glasses stay in good condition.
7. Keep away from dangerous chemicals.
Avoid spraying products such as hairspray or perfume near your glasses, as these chemicals can damage the frames and lenses.
8. Clean regularly.
Clean your eyeglass lenses regularly, ideally every day or whenever they look dirty. This will help maintain clear vision and prevent the accumulation of dirt that is difficult to remove.