How to Care for Your Sunglasses and Accessories

Quick answer

To keep your sunglasses in top shape, clean them with a dedicated lens spray and microfibre cloth, and store them in a soft pouch when not in use.

Daily care routine

1. Rinse or blow off loose debris: Before wiping, remove dust and sand with lukewarm water or a gentle air puff. Never wipe dry lenses with debris on them. Check for grit on the lens and cloth before every wipe.
2. Spray lens cleaner on each side: Apply one spray per lens side. Use a cleaner designed for coated lenses, like Valley Eyewear's Lens Cleaner Spray, not household glass cleaners. Avoid ammonia-based cleaners; they can strip anti-reflective coatings.
3. Wipe with a clean microfibre cloth: Use a soft, clean microfibre cloth and wipe in one direction, not circles. Wipe immediately after spraying to avoid streaks. Wash your microfibre cloth regularly with mild soap and air-dry it.
4. Store in a protective pouch: When not wearing your sunglasses, place them in a soft pouch like Valley Eyewear's Soft Faux Leather Pouch. Avoid tossing them loose in a bag. Keep the pouch in a consistent spot so you always use it.
5. Handle frames by the temples: Put on and remove sunglasses using both hands, gripping the temples. This prevents bending the frame and misaligning the lenses. If frames feel loose, have them adjusted rather than bending them yourself.

Products that help

• Lens Cleaner Spray: Valley Eyewear's Lens Cleaner Spray comes in a 30ml (1 FL OZ) bottle, designed for on-the-go cleaning and safe for all coated plastic lenses. A compact spray lets you clean lenses anywhere without resorting to harsh household cleaners.

  

• Soft Faux Leather Pouch: The Soft Faux Leather Pouch is lined with soft felt and fits a single pair of frames, with a magnetic closure. Storing sunglasses in a felt-lined pouch prevents scratches and dust buildup when they're not being worn.