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Myopia Glasses for Children: A Look at Essilor Stellest Lenses

Written By Roda Novenario

Game-changing lenses are giving hope to children (and their parents!) with early-onset myopia. Myopia glasses for children will never be the same again!

Essilor Stellest lenses were developed by Essilor International, the world’s largest manufacturer of ophthalmic lenses. They’ve been in the news recently, as they received the go-ahead for commercial release from the FDA in late September 2025. These lenses have been shown to successfully slow the progression of myopia in children.

This is huge! Let’s get to know Essilor Stellest lenses and see what all the excitement’s about.

What Are Hazel Eyes? Learn All About This Rare Eye Color

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Hazel eyes have captivated storytellers and artists for centuries! These eyes feature a unique blend of colors. They’re also rare; only about 5% of the world’s population has them.

So, what are hazel eyes exactly, and how do they differ from other eye colors? Let’s dive into all of that and more!

Choosing the Right Reading Glasses Strength

Written By Rachel Shapiro

One day, you may go to read a book and find that the text is a bit blurry. Don’t worry, though. This is completely natural!

Just think about how much our eyes do for us. We spend our whole lives processing information through our eyes. We squint and stare and read everything from novels to text messages to restaurant menus.

All that wear and tear takes its toll. As you age, your eyes naturally start to lose some of their elasticity.

This is where readers come in. Reading glasses come in a variety of strengths. The reading glasses strength you’ll need typically depends on your age and your unique eyes. Let’s dive in to help you find the right pair!

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Are High-Index Lenses Really Best for Myopia?

Written By Roda Novenario

Have you decided on eyeglasses to correct your myopia (or nearsightedness)? Great! Now, it’s time to decide on your lenses!

Glass or plastic? Polycarbonate, Trivex, or high-index? So many things to consider!

If you go to Reddit for help about this, you’ll find conflicting suggestions. You might even get more confused. That’s what I did recently, and it made me want to get to the bottom of this!

Are high-index lenses really the best for myopia? Let’s find out.

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Ozzy Osbourne and GLCO Release Exciting New Sunglass Collection

Written By Amina Katana

Ozzy Osbourne was one of those unforgettable musicians who left his mark on the industry. He was known for his bold fashion choices (and personality) as much as his songs. One of the biggest parts of his persona was his sunglasses!

His round frames, which he started wearing in the ‘90s, were not completely original (John Lennon arguably made them famous in the ’70s). But they were a large part of Ozzy’s iconic image.

Fast forward to 2025. The eyewear brand Garrett Leight California Optical (GLCO) teamed up with Ozzy before his passing to create a line of premium sunglasses inspired by his legacy. Let’s dive into the collection and see what’s available!