An introduction to high base curve lenses

Modern sports sunglasses often have a highly curved design. The lenses can fit tightly around the eyes and block the sun from all directions. They offer excellent protection and are very stylish.

If you need to make prescription lenses, the highly curved design is an optical challenge. The optical deformation (aberration) caused by the uneven distance from the pupil to the lens causes severe image distortion.

High Base Curve Lens, designed for highly curved frames. High base curve lenses must be precisely adjusted to each wearer's power, interpupillary distance, etc. to optimize the visual axis and eliminate the effects of optical deformation, prism effects, etc

Do I need high base curve lenses ?

Depending on the design, some highly curved eyewear may have a "prescription insert" for use with regular lenses.

High base curve lens supports a narrower prescription range. Please consult us before ordering.