01 · NOSE AREA
Oil readily collects around the nose
Nose pads and bridges remain in continuous contact with skin.
Oil build-up can change surface friction and make glasses feel more slippery.
Oil around the bridge and nose pads changes friction as well as appearance. A greasy film can make otherwise acceptable fitting feel less stable, so cleaning contact surfaces before tightening or bending the frame can prevent unnecessary over-adjustment.
02 · COSMETICS
Cosmetics can remain in small gaps
Foundation and sunscreen can collect around bridges, nose pads and the inside of rims.
Residue may be more visible on light or transparent acetate.
Foundation, sunscreen and hair products vary greatly in composition. Repeated residue can collect in inner rims and bridge recesses, so heavy contamination is better removed with a frame-compatible cleaning method than smeared around with a dry cloth.
03 · HINGE
Hinge areas are harder to clean
Oil and dust can collect around screws and small hinge gaps.
Rather than forcing sharp tools into these spaces, professional cleaning may be safer when build-up is severe.
Hinges trap debris but are difficult to clean safely. Scraping with sharp metal can damage finishes or acetate, while flooding mechanisms with liquid may be inappropriate; clean accessible surfaces gently and use professional cleaning when contamination is deep.
04 · SWEAT
Sweat and salt also accumulate
Long-term effects on metal frames depend on the material and surface finish.
If a frame becomes heavily sweaty, wipe it gently after use.
Sweat contains water and salts that repeatedly contact metal, plating and paint. Even corrosion-resistant frames contain components with different resistance, so wiping off heavy sweat after exercise or hot-weather use is sensible preventive care.
05 · MATERIAL CHECK
Use a method appropriate for the frame material
Frames that are designed to tolerate water cleaning can usually be washed with lukewarm water and a suitable mild cleaner.
Wood, natural horn, leather, special finishes and bonded decorations may require different care, so check the manufacturer’s instructions first.
Ordinary acetate and metal frames should not automatically be washed the same way as horn, wood, leather or frames with bonded decoration. Special materials may be sensitive to water or detergent, so product-specific care takes priority.
SOLUTION GUIDE
Frame care
Gently wipe areas that contact skin with a clean, soft cloth.
For ordinary water-cleanable frames, use lukewarm water and a mild cleaner.
Use professional optical-shop cleaning.
Check whether cleaning is enough or replacement is appropriate.
GLANOS LENS CHECK
Contamination can also make glasses slip
Before making major fitting changes, check whether nose pads and skin-contact areas are clean.
CAUTION
Do not use acetone or strong solvents
They can damage frame materials, finishes and lens coatings.
GLANOS EYEWEAR
There is a reason glasses feel uncomfortable.
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