RX Lenses Collection

Your prescription is only half the equation when it comes to clear, comfortable vision. The lens material, design, and coatings you choose determine everything from optical clarity and durability to weight, thickness, and protection against glare and UV rays. Our comprehensive prescription lens collection gives you access to the same professional-grade optics used by optometrists and ophthalmologists, with options ranging from basic single-vision lenses to advanced progressive designs and specialty coatings from industry leaders like Essilor.

Updating an existing prescription, ordering your first pair of glasses, or adding prescription lenses to designer sunglasses all require understanding your options to make the best choice for your lifestyle. Active individuals might prioritize impact-resistant polycarbonate or Trivex materials, while those with higher prescriptions benefit from ultra-thin high-index lenses. Office workers spending hours in front of screens often add blue light filtering or anti-reflective coatings, and anyone who moves between indoor and outdoor environments appreciates the convenience of photochromic Transitions technology.

Prescription Lens Materials

The foundation of any prescription lens is its base material, which affects weight, thickness, impact resistance, and optical clarity. Standard plastic lenses (CR-39) have been the industry workhorse for decades, offering excellent optical quality at an affordable price point. They're lighter than glass and accept tints well, making them a solid choice for everyday wear and prescription sunglasses. For stronger prescriptions, the thickness can be noticeable, which is where higher-index materials come into play.

Polycarbonate lenses are significantly more impact-resistant than standard plastic—up to 10 times stronger—making them the go-to choice for children's eyewear, safety glasses, and active lifestyles. They're also naturally thinner and lighter than CR-39, with built-in UV protection. Trivex offers similar impact resistance with even better optical clarity and is slightly lighter, though it tends to be more expensive. Both materials are excellent for rimless and semi-rimless frames that drill directly into the lens.

High-index lenses (1.67 and 1.74) are engineered for people with stronger prescriptions who want thinner, lighter lenses. The higher the index number, the thinner the lens at the same prescription strength. High-index 1.67 works well for moderate to high prescriptions, while 1.74 is reserved for the strongest corrections where minimizing thickness and weight is critical. These materials also include UV protection and are available in XL sizes for oversized or wraparound frames.

Anti-Reflective and Protective Coatings

Anti-reflective (AR) coatings are one of the most valuable upgrades you can add to any prescription lens. They eliminate reflections from the front and back surfaces of your lenses, reducing glare from headlights, computer screens, and overhead lighting while allowing more light to pass through for clearer vision. AR coatings also make your lenses nearly invisible in photos and improve the cosmetic appearance of your glasses by removing distracting reflections.

Essilor's Crizal family represents the premium tier of anti-reflective technology. Crizal Easy Pro combines AR benefits with enhanced scratch resistance and a hydrophobic top coat that repels water, smudges, and dust. Crizal Alizé adds superior smudge resistance for easier cleaning. Crizal Sapphire HR delivers ultra-transparency with advanced scratch protection, while Crizal Rock takes durability to the next level with three times the scratch resistance of standard AR coatings. For digital device users, Crizal Prevencia filters harmful blue-violet light that contributes to digital eye strain and may affect long-term retinal health.

These coatings work across all lens materials and prescription types, from single-vision to progressives. They're particularly beneficial on high-index lenses, which naturally reflect more light than standard plastic. Adding a premium AR coating transforms the visual experience, especially for night driving, computer work, and any situation with challenging lighting conditions.

Progressive and Multifocal Lenses

Progressive lenses provide seamless correction for near, intermediate, and distance vision without the visible lines found in traditional bifocals. They're the modern solution for presbyopia—the age-related loss of near focusing ability that typically begins in the mid-40s. Unlike bifocals that offer only two focal zones, progressives include a gradual transition through all distances, making them ideal for computer work, reading, and everything in between.

Standard Progressive lenses offer a good entry point with functional zones for most daily activities. Varilux, invented by Essilor in 1959, pioneered progressive lens technology and continues to lead the category. Varilux Comfort DRX is a premium design that expands the intermediate zone for easier computer use and reduces the swim effect some wearers experience with standard progressives. Varilux X represents the latest advancement, using Xtend Technology to provide up to 70% more near vision width and instant sharp vision at any distance, even in low light.

For those who prefer traditional multifocals, bifocal lenses remain available in both 28mm and 35mm segment sizes. The number refers to the diameter of the reading area—28mm bifocals have a smaller, more discreet segment, while 35mm bifocals offer a wider reading zone. Both provide distinct near and far zones with a visible line separating them, which some wearers find easier to adapt to than progressives.

Photochromic and Tinted Lenses

Photochromic lenses adapt to changing light conditions, darkening outdoors in response to UV rays and clearing back to transparent indoors. Transitions is the leading brand in this category, using proprietary dyes embedded in the lens material that react to UV exposure. Standard Transitions lenses darken fully in about 30 seconds in bright sunlight and fade back to clear in 2-5 minutes indoors. They block 100% of UVA and UVB rays and are available in multiple colors, though gray and brown remain the most popular for their neutral color perception.

Transitions XTRActive takes the technology further by darkening even behind the windshield of a car, where standard photochromics don't activate because automotive glass blocks most UV light. XTRActive lenses also retain a slight tint indoors (around 10-20% depending on temperature), making them a good choice for light-sensitive individuals. Both versions work with all prescription types and lens materials, though activation and fade-back speeds vary slightly depending on temperature—they darken more in cold weather and may not get as dark in extreme heat.

For those who prefer consistent tinting, solid color, gradient, and mirror options transform prescription eyeglasses into sunglasses. Solid tints provide uniform darkness across the entire lens, while gradients transition from darker at the top to lighter at the bottom—useful for driving since they shade your eyes from overhead sun while keeping the lower portion lighter for dashboard visibility. Mirror coatings add a reflective finish in various colors while reducing additional light transmission. Polarized lenses eliminate glare from reflective surfaces like water, snow, and pavement by blocking horizontally oriented light waves, making them essential for fishing, skiing, and driving.

Specialty and Custom Options

Beyond standard prescriptions, we offer specialized lens solutions for unique vision needs. Prism correction addresses eye alignment issues (strabismus, double vision, or convergence problems) by bending light before it enters the eye, reducing the work your eye muscles need to do. Prism is measured in prism diopters and can be incorporated into single-vision, bifocal, or progressive lenses. It requires precise measurement by an eye care professional and is typically prescribed after other treatments have been explored.

XL lens options (Plastic-XL, Polycarbonate-XL, High Index 1.67-XL, Trivex-XL, and High Index 1.74-XL) accommodate oversized frames, wraparound sunglasses, and larger lens shapes that have become increasingly popular. Standard lens blanks have size limitations, so XL blanks ensure full coverage without cutting into the prescription's optical center. This is particularly important for high prescriptions, where the usable area of the lens is more limited.

All our prescription lenses can be customized with various combinations of materials, coatings, and tints to match your specific needs. You might choose high-index 1.67 material with Crizal Sapphire HR coating and a gradient tint for prescription sunglasses, or polycarbonate with Crizal Prevencia for computer glasses. The modular nature of lens options means you can build exactly what works for your vision, lifestyle, and budget.

Ordering prescription lenses online gives you access to professional-quality optics at transparent prices, with the same materials and technologies used by traditional optical shops. Each lens option is manufactured to your exact prescription specifications and quality-checked before shipping. Adding lenses to new frames or replacing lenses in existing glasses, you'll find the right combination of material, design, and coatings to support clear, comfortable vision all day long.