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Reviewed by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on 12/2/2024 Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking, but it shouldn’t be considered safe. Many users don’t know the health risks involved, especially to their eyes. While vaping might seem...

By Thomas Stokkermans OD, PhD What Is a PERRLA Eye Exam? A PERRLA eye exam evaluates the size, shape, and responsiveness of the eye’s pupils. It is part of a comprehensive eye exam and is generally done at the beginning. The results...

When you get a new vision prescription, certain terms and abbreviations can feel a bit technical and even confusing. One of those terms may be “plano.” If you’ve ever seen this word on your prescription and wondered what it means, you’re...

An eye exam is a powerful tool that can improve and protect your vision for the rest of your life. But it can be hard to know exactly how often you should get your eyes checked, and there’s some conflicting information out...

Hand sanitizer has had its share of the spotlight recently. Widespread use during the pandemic has made it a staple item in homes, offices, and public spaces to this day.  Using this convenient gel can help your eyes stay healthy too. Hand...

Written by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on September 15, 2023 A simple way to understand a diopter is to think of it as the lens power of your glasses or contacts. It’s a unit of measurement for how much a curved lens bends light. The number of...

As a company, we took time to have conversations internally about the events of the last month and on the effects of racial injustice and inequality. We also looked at our own internal policies and actions around diversity, inclusivity and...

We love what we do at Eyebuydirect (and we mean, love), but getting the chance to chat with LGBTQ members from across the U.S. for our Freedom Collection collab? Took that love to a whole new level. Maybe you follow some of these inspiring...

Librarian Look Glasses: Is the Look Outdated? Knowledge is the key to confidence. However! While nothing is more empowering (and attractive) than knowing your chops, the folks at Eyebuydirect have got an addition to that age old mantra — we...

As Eyebuydirect’s go-to glasses guy, I often get asked to try out different products and share my feedback. For example, I tested Eyebuydirect’s Transitions and photochromic lenses for a couple of weeks for a product review. Since I don’t...