Ever wondered if there is such a thing as "eye dominance"? Well, to answer your question, yes, it definitely exists. Similar to a dominant hand or foot, a dominant eye is a real phenomenon. While we can train the non-dominant hand to a certain extent until it becomes almost identical to the dominant hand, the same cannot be said for the non-dominant eye. Not even for pirates with an eyepatch ;) If … Read More about How do you determine which eye is the dominant one?
Eye Care
Best places to read for your eye health
It’s a well known fact that reading on old fashioned paper is beneficial for your eyes. In a world dominated by screens and online spaces, it can be easy to cast aside paper books in favour of social media. As British Summer Time has just arrived, we thought it apt to recommend the best places to kick back with a book, whilst improving your eye health. At Arlo Wolf, we’ve compiled this guide on … Read More about Best places to read for your eye health
What is the most common cause of vision loss for young people?
When it comes to vision loss in young people, one of the leading causes remains to be screen use. Screens dominate our lives pretty much every day, so there’s usually no way of completely avoiding them. As a lot of young people are prone to excessive screen usage, they may be more susceptible to vision problems such as eye pain and fatigue, headaches and dimmed or blurry vision. In this … Read More about What is the most common cause of vision loss for young people?
The effects of a wrong prescription for eye health
We understand that eye tests are often time consuming and inconvenient, but they are vital to understand what prescription to get. Getting the wrong prescription for your eyes can be detrimental to your eye health and cause a slew of problems that can exacerbate any pre-existing eye problems. At Arlo Wolf, you can add your correct prescription to our vast array of women’s and men’s glasses and … Read More about The effects of a wrong prescription for eye health
Eye problems in winter and how to prevent them
Eye Health in Winter It gets cold and miserable here in the UK during winter, and many of us know that cold temperatures, bristling winds and adverse weather can be tough on the body. In fact, during winter, many of us are more prone to illnesses like the cold or flu because our immune system is tested more than other times of the year. In turn, your eyes can also suffer during the winter … Read More about Eye problems in winter and how to prevent them
How do prescription glasses work?
Did you know? The first eyeglasses were made in Northern Italy (thought to be in Pisa) around 1290. That’s over 700 years ago! Since then, our eyeglasses and prescriptions have come a long way. What was once seen as a medical applicate eventually became a must-have fashion accessory in the 1970s. Despite this long history, not many of us know how prescription glasses actually work - but we’re … Read More about How do prescription glasses work?
How to tell if you’re straining your eyes
After a long period of intense focus on an activity such as working at a computer screen, reading a book, or driving, your eyes may become fatigued or irritated. This is referred to as eyestrain. Eye strain is a widespread problem. In this digital age, it's becoming even more common. Computer vision syndrome, also known as digital eye strain, is induced by the usage of digital devices such as … Read More about How to tell if you’re straining your eyes
Do I need anti-glare lenses for driving?
Ever been behind the wheel of a car on a bright sunny day, only to be temporarily blinded by the glare of the sun right when you’re in the middle of driving? It's a frustration that every glasses wearer knows all too well. The glare can come from loads of different sources such as; low-lying sunlight in winter, reflecting light on wet roads, other cars' headlights at night, and even reflections … Read More about Do I need anti-glare lenses for driving?
How to improve your eyesight
Why improving your eyesight is important If you’ve noticed your vision deteriorating, perhaps you’re wondering if there are any ways in which you can improve your eyesight? Whether it be from ageing or eye-strain, strengthening your vision can make a real difference to the health of your eyes. Here at Arlo Wolf, we’ve put together a how-to guide on some of the methods and ways you can try to … Read More about How to improve your eyesight
How to beat screen fatigue and care for your eyes
Screen fatigue when working from home If you've been working from home since last year, you might have noticed that towards the end of each day, your eyes are feeling more tired than usual. It's understandable. Many of us are still in lockdown mode, which means that our jobs, friendships, entertainment, and news are all delivered to us via screens. Even when you're not staring at traditional … Read More about How to beat screen fatigue and care for your eyes
Blue light glasses review: do they work?
The main reason many people are turning to blue light glasses post-pandemic is to reduce eye strain from continuous screen time. Working from home has had an immense impact on our eye health, with many complaining of increased headaches and eye tension. So as more of us hunt for glasses to protect our eyes from screens, will they really help? We asked Arlo Wolf customers who spend a lot of time … Read More about Blue light glasses review: do they work?
How often should I have an eye test?
With coronavirus restrictions now easing, many of us are slowly starting to get back to normal. An eye test may have been at the bottom of your to-do list during the pandemic, but if you haven’t been for a while it’s something you should consider doing very soon, especially if you are already a glasses wearer. Should glasses wearers have more frequent eye tests? The simple answer is no, NHS … Read More about How often should I have an eye test?
