Quick answer
Use a microfiber cloth and a lens-safe spray to gently wipe away smudges and dirt. Never use paper towels, tissues, or your shirt—they can scratch the lenses.
Why lens scratches happen
Most scratches on kid sunglasses come from using the wrong cleaning materials. Paper towels, tissues, and clothing fibers can be abrasive, especially when there's grit on the lenses. Even a seemingly soft cloth can leave micro-scratches that build up over time.
The good news is that with the right technique, you can keep those lenses clear and scratch-free for the whole season.
Step-by-step scratch-free cleaning method
- 1. Rinse with lukewarm water: Hold the sunglasses under a gentle stream of lukewarm water to remove loose dust and grit. This prevents scratching during the next steps. Skipping this rinse is the most common cause of scratches.
- 2. Apply a drop of lens-safe soap: Use a mild, alcohol-free dish soap or a dedicated lens cleaner. Rub a tiny drop between your fingers, then gently clean the lenses with your fingertips. Avoid soaps with moisturizers, lotions, or ammonia—they can leave residue or damage coatings.
- 3. Rinse again thoroughly: Rinse off all soap with lukewarm water. Any leftover soap can dry into a film that attracts more dirt. Check the lenses under good light to make sure no soap remains.
- 4. Dry with a microfiber cloth: Gently pat the lenses dry with a clean, dry microfiber cloth. Do not rub in circles—use a light blotting motion to lift water droplets. Never use paper towels, tissues, or your shirt. They will leave micro-scratches.
- 5. Buff away remaining smudges: If smudges remain, breathe lightly on the lens to add moisture, then buff gently with the microfiber cloth. For stubborn spots, repeat from step 2. If you see streaks, the cloth may need washing—dirty cloths redeposit oils.
Products that help keep lenses clean
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Fuchsia Haze Heart | Pink Transparent Lenses: Each pair of Fuchsia Haze Heart sunnies comes with a microfiber storage bag that doubles as a cleaning cloth. That means you always have the right cleaning tool on hand—no need to hunt for a special cloth.
Fuchsia Haze Heart | Pink Transparent Lenses
