Prescription Lens types:
Single vision:
Single viewing area for distance only. Can be used for daily use or as customized office or reading lens.
Progressive (no-line) Bifocal:
Commonly called a “trifocal” progressive lenses feature 3 viewing corrections. Distance, intermediate and reading and are commonly used by those aged 45+.
All Huxley progressive lenses are digitally surfaced (HD) and include a customized corridor based on your lens needs. Choose your corridor below. For online orders we only use “Enhanced Distance”.
Flat-Top 28 Bifocal:
Traditional lined bifocal that has distance and reading only. Available in-store only or by special request online.
Material:
Polycarbonate:
Included in Rx purchase price. Polycarbonate is a lightweight material that is very common in the optical industry.
Trivex:
Lightweight, durable and extremely clear. Recommended for those with a heavy astigmatism or narrow pupil distances. For optimal clarity we recommend trivex lenses for all online purchases.
High-Index 1.67:
Thin and lightweight, we recommend Hi Index lenses for anyone with a prescription above -3.50. Hi Index 1.74 lenses are available in-store only.
Extras:
Anti-Glare Coatings:
Reduces reflections from the lenses. Includes an anti-scratch coating and is included in all eyewear purchases. Backside Anti-Glare included on all RX sunglass orders.
Blue Light Filter:
Anti-Glare coating that blocks up to 40% of all blue light with minimal lens tinting. Very common and heavily recommended for younger customers.
Wind-Down glasses:
Custom tinted lenses that reduce migraines and by filtering blue light with a calming pink tint. Designed in house to combat photophobia (extreme light sensitivity) and provide migraine relief. Recommended for those dealing with light sensitivity, headaches and photophobia. Available in 2 styles:
Level 1: Fashionable gradient tint to be used all day. Recommended for heavy computer use and severe light sensitivity.
Level 2: Darker tint recommended for severe light sensitivity, migraines, and trouble sleeping.
Transition lenses:
Photochromic lenses that adjust turn dark when exposed to UV rays. They are completely clear indoors and available in grey or brown tint.
Polarized:
Glare reducing sunglass lenses that are highly recommended. All polarized lenses come with backside anti-glare coatings to reduce light exposure from behind.