A pair of glasses should be as comfortable as possible in daily life.
Glasses that constantly slide forward can be very uncomfortable to wear.
Here's why glasses can slide down your nose and what you can do about it.
There are several reasons why a pair of glasses may slip down the nose.
In the vast majority of cases, this is due to ill-fitting glasses.
Glasses that are ill-adapted from the outset or that have become loose over time can tend to slide forward.
To remain in place, a pair of glasses must be adjusted as precisely as possible to fit the face perfectly.
Glasses that are too large or ill-fitting are the main cause of this type of discomfort.
Heavy perspiration can also cause the glasses to slide forward.
People with oily skin may also experience this kind of problem.
Finally, glasses with plastic frames tend to slip more than other types of glasses.
This is due to the fact that this specific material clings less to the skin and can slip more easily.
If the slippage is due to excessive sweating, this can be resolved by wiping the frame with a handkerchief or a cloth, especially the nasal bridge.
The inconvenience can even be avoided in advance by removing the glasses before any intensive activity.
As far as the oily skin people are concerned, using a mattifying cream can solve the problem.
Furthermore, it's important to know that glasses with metal frames are less likely to slide forward, especially the ones with silicone pads.
Finally, if the glasses slip because they do not fit properly, it is recommended to take them to your optician.
The latter may change your glasses if they are not the right size or are too worn.
In other cases, the optician may tighten the frame, especially the nose bridge.
Do not hesitate to ask your optician for advice if you are concerned by glasses sliding forward.
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