Much like visiting the dentists, an eye examination can bring levels of anxiety in the run-up to your test, especially post Covid-19. Feeling anxious when it comes to your health is very common, and can lead to nervous patients avoiding eye tests altogether, risking serious eye conditions due to fear. At Reynolds &…
There is something exciting about choosing a new pair of glasses. Not only does doing so give you the chance to switch things up and try something new – or pick a pair of glasses for the very first time if you are a new glasses wearer – but it also allows you to add…
Now that October has arrived, it is officially time to shop for your Halloween Costume! While some spooky contact lenses sound like the perfect addition to your outfit, it is very important to remember the risks to wearing decorative contact lenses. What Are the Risks of Halloween Contacts? Your eyes are extremely delicate…
So, you’ve successfully escaped the big city and made the move down to Cornwall. Congratulations – an exciting new adventure awaits! Finding a reliable optician in a busy hub like Falmouth or Penzance is a crucial step in settling down in a new place. Luckily, Cornwall is well-equipped to serve your optical needs. Finding the…
When the summer rolls around, the question of whether you should splash out on a nice pair of sunglasses or purchase some contact lenses often arises. Below, we have listed both pros and cons so you can make an informed decision. We advise that you pick the option that suits your lifestyle best! Pros…
With summer on the horizon and beach days on their way, we’d like to share some advice on how to keep your eyes healthy this year. We all know that wearing SPF and keeping our skin from getting burnt is vital, but our eyes can get damaged too! Continue reading for some expert advice on…
As opticians, we understand the importance of carrying out thorough and detailed eye examinations. After all, protecting vision and eye health is paramount. This relies heavily on using the latest technology including optical coherence tomography scans, which works in a similar way to ultrasound. These are 3D eye scans that use light to pick up…
There is no denying the importance of eye health, especially when you consider that we use our eyes for everything on a daily basis. Though many eye problems can be treated and managed, it is always best to maintain eye health as much as possible from the beginning to prevent avoidable damage. There are a…
Allergies are hugely annoying, especially if they cause eye discomfort. Allergies can cause dry, itchy, red and irritated eyes. All of these symptoms can be painful and uncomfortable if they are not addressed. Luckily, there are things that you can do to look after your eyes when you have allergies. Avoid rubbing your eyes, bathing…
2018 was our most sustainable year to date. In 2018 we made it our mission to reflect on how we could better protect our planet, consume less and offer more responsibly sourced products. 2018 was the year we took big steps to reduce our environmental footprint. Unfortunately, we work in a sector that can never…