Lens Material

Plastic Lenses

Plastic lenses are the most common lenses throughout the developed world. They are impact resistant and lightweight so they have all but replaced glass lenses.

High Index Lenses

High index lenses are lighter and thinner than standard plastic lenses. Their advantages increase for strong prescriptions. There is a wide variety of plastic high index lenses.

Polycarbonate Lenses

Polycarbonate Lenses are incredibly light, up to 27% lighter than standard lenses. They are also very strong, up to ten times more impact resistant than regular plastic. Polycarbonate also has in-built UV protection. Essilor Airwear polycarbonate lenses come in clear and polarised versions so they are great for both regular glasses and sunglasses. They are perfect for children, sports people and anyone who follows a vigorous lifestyle.

Talk to your local Visique team about your hobbies, profession and fashion tastes, so together we can determine the lens material that will give you maximum comfort and the best vision possible.