IcareLabs Blog

Navigating the world of progressive lenses can be a challenging but rewarding endeavor for both opticians and patients. This is especially true for those new to dispensing. This guide aims to help you streamline the process, ensuring successful dispensing and maximum patient satisfaction.

For those who wear prescription glasses, switching between everyday eyewear and specialized lenses can be cumbersome. Fortunately, with Chemistrie Clips now available at IcareLabs, you no longer have to choose between style and convenience. These innovative magnetic clip-on lenses offer a seamless transition for various visual needs while maintaining the clarity and comfort of your prescription lenses.

We all like to believe that every presbyope should wear progressive lenses. In a perfect world, that would be the case. But as we know, the world isn't perfect. So what do you give an older patient that wants a traditional bifocal, but isn't a fan of the line in the lenses? The Shamir Duo™ has you covered.

As we move into 2025, the eyewear industry continues to evolve with innovative frame designs and advanced lens technologies. Staying ahead of these trends is crucial for Eyecare Professionals (ECPs) looking to provide their patients with the latest in style, comfort, and optical performance. Here’s a look at the top frame and lens trends shaping this year.

With over 30 years in the optical industry, I've seen a lot of new products and technologies come and go. Some have been truly groundbreaking, while others were just small tweaks to existing lens designs and production methods. True game-changers are rarity in our industry.

Nuance Audio frames are shaping up to be one of those rare gems that only come around once in a while. You might be thinking, "Revolutionary? Come on, James, it's just another hearing aid dressed up as eyeglasses." And while that might seem true at first glance, I invite you to stick around and read a bit more. By the end of this blog, you might just see things my way!

We recently got a sneak peek at the brand new Varilux® design which will be called the Varilux® Physio® extensee™. This is an exciting leap forward in technology for both Varilux lenses and their Physio lineup of progressives. This blog will cover the planned launch timeline as well as peek into the expected new technology that drives this design.

As eye care professionals, we know that a single pair of glasses often isn't enough to meet all of a patient’s visual needs. Yet, many patients still try to “get by” with just one. Imagine if they applied that same mindset to footwear—wearing heels to the gym or sneakers to a formal event. It sounds ridiculous, but that’s exactly what many are doing with their most-used sense: their sight.

Hot off the heels of the 2025 Transitions Academy comes the launch of the latest photochromic lenses, Transitions Color Touch. These new lenses are designed to appeal directly to patients looking to have just a touch of color in their photochromic lenses when not activated. Let's dive into everything we know so far about these new lenses in our latest blog.

We're excited to announce that we are processing the new Shamir Driver Intelligence progressive and single vision designs in-house here at IcareLabs. These amazing new designs bring a unique opportunity for your optical to drive high-end branded sales with a design many patients are falling in love with. Let's find out why these designs are so special in this blog.