4 DIY Glasses Adjustments for a Comfy and Snug Fit, No Special Tools Required
If your glasses are constantly sliding down your nose or if they pinch a little too tightly, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are several simple DIY adjustments you can make for a comfortable and snug fit without any special tools. Here are four easy fixes:
1. Adjusting the Nose Pads: If your glasses have adjustable nose pads, you can gently pinch them closer together for a tighter fit or move them further apart if they’re digging into your skin. Use your fingers to carefully make these adjustments until the fit feels right.
2. Bending the Temples Inward: If your glasses slide down your face, bending the temple arms slightly inward can help. Hold the glasses as if you’re about to put them on, and gently bend the arms down and in just above where they curve over your ears. This makes them grip the side of your head better.
3. Warming up the Temple Tips: For plastic frames without adjustable nose pads or metal parts, warm up the temple tips with warm (not hot) water for about 30 seconds to a minute. Once pliable, you can bend them slightly downwards and inwards for a better grip behind your ears. Make sure to cool the frames under cold water to set the new shape in place.
4. Adding Rubber Grips: If you need an extra bit of stability, consider using small pieces of adhesive silicone or rubber grips that you can stick onto the existing nose pads or the inside of the arms where they rest on your temples. These grips prevent sliding and add comfort without altering your frames permanently.
Remember, be gentle with all these adjustments to avoid breaking your frames. If you’re uncomfortable making these adjustments yourself, consult with an optician for professional assistance.