Transition Lenses

Transitions lenses are the #1 eyecare professional-recommended photochromic lenses worldwide. Transitions lenses are equipped with patented, photochromic dyes that enable the lenses to rapidly darken, when they are exposed to ultraviolet light. The greater the intensity of UV rays, the darker the lenses become. When UV light is no longer present (indoors or at night) the lenses fade back to their original state.

Yes, Transitions Signature GEN 8 lenses are completely clear indoors.

Sunglasses have a set tint - no matter what situation you’re in they’re always the same shade. Unlike sunglasses, Transitions lenses start as clear lenses and then automatically darken accordingly to the level of UV light present. They continuously and smoothly adapt their level of tint so that you see well in all light conditions.

Yes, Transitions lenses work in most frames.

Yes. Transitions lenses are compatible with most anti-scratch. When combined Transitions lenses are even better in reducing distracting, discomforting and disabling glare, both indoors and out.

Transitions are adaptive/ photochromatic lenses darken when exposed to UV light. As UV from sunlight is typically not present indoors, the lenses will be clear.

Sunlight consists of two types of harmful rays: UVA rays and UVB rays. Excessive UV exposure is dangerous for eyes as well as your skin. It can lead to a number of serious diseases such as cataracts and age-related macular – making ongoing protection from UVA and UVB rays a must.

Yes, all Transitions lenses block 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays.