Makeup readers serve many purposes. They are great for fine print, browsing the web, cooking new recipes, and completing daily tasks.

However, when it comes to applying makeup, many women would say they rely on magnified vanity mirrors versus reading glasses. This is understandable since standard reading glasses can get in the way.

While vanity mirrors are a great option for applying makeup at home, what about when you’re traveling or at the office? We suggest opting for a pair of makeup reading glasses. Yes, you read that right, glasses specifically designed for applying makeup!

How to Use Makeup Readers

When shopping for makeup reading glasses you will come across a few different designs. A common design for a pair of makeup readers is a frame with a swiveling lens allowing you to see clearly while you apply your makeup. When using this design simply swivel the lens to the eye you are not working on while you apply makeup to the opposite eye.

Like traditional reading glasses, makeup readers are designed to fit your lifestyle and eliminate struggle. So as you begin your search for the perfect pair of makeup readers it is important to find frames that you are comfortable using.

Types of Makeup Reading Glasses

The Carrie Makeup Reader

The Carrie Makeup Reader is designed to allow you to use your reading magnification while simultaneously applying makeup in a mirror. Simply switch the swiveling lens when you need to do the other eye! The lens is fully magnified in powers up to +3.00.

The Kellyn Makeup Reader

The Kellyn Makeup Reader features a swivel lens that allows you to apply makeup to one eye while seeing with clear vision from the other eye! Available in powers +1.00 to +3.50* and three tortoise colors.

Makeup readers will enhance your beauty routine in no time! You may even find yourself storing multiple pairs around your house, office, purse, and car. No judgment here! Use our helpful guide on wearing makeup with glasses for more expert tips.

Determining Your Power for a Makeup Reader

The standard reading distance is 12-18 inches. With this in mind, you should consider how close you typically stand to the mirror when applying your makeup. The further away you stand from the mirror the lower your power should be, and the closer you stand to the mirror the higher your power should be.

Never bought reading glasses before? No problem! You can easily find your reading glasses power by using our free Power Finder tool.

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What Are Bifocal Readers?

Bifocals are lenses that have two focal points. At Readers.com, our bifocal readers have unmagnified lenses which also contain inserts with the magnification of your choice in the lower portion of the lenses.

The unmagnified upper section of the bifocal lens helps you focus out in the distance while doing activities such as driving, watching tv, cooking, etc. On the bottom of the bifocal lens you will select your reading power, which helps you see up close while doing activities such as reading a book, looking at a map, sewing, or following a recipe.

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Doesn’t “Bifocal” Mean a Lens Has Two Focal Points?

It does! Although the top of the bifocal lens is clear (also known as “plano”), it allows you to see at a distance without magnification correction, giving the lens two focal points: the unmagnified upper lens and the lower bifocal insert portion.

What Are Bifocal Sunglasses?

Like our regular bifocal readers, bifocal sunglasses are unmagnified at the top, and have your reading power in the bottom portion of the lens. The bifocal power helps with seeing your speedometer, writing on a scorecard, reading a compass, etc.

If you are an avid fisher you will love how our polarized bifocal reading sunglasses, which allow you to see out into the water and also look down to bait your line or remove the prized fish you just caught.

As an added bonus, all of our reading sunglasses include UVA/UVB protection!

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Do You Carry No-Line or Executive Bifocals?

No, to be accurate, no-line bifocals do not exist. There are lenses called “progressives”, which we do not carry, and are commonly confused as no-line bifocals. These are different because they have multiple focal points and not just two.

Executive bifocals are lenses that have the bifocal power across the entire width of the bottom section of the lens, rather than the half moon (“flat top”) bifocals our readers have.

Can You Order a Power in the Top Portion of Bifocals?

Since our reading glasses are pre-manufactured and cannot be changed, it is not possible to order bifocals with a different magnification in the top and bottom of the lens.

Where Can I Buy Bifocal Readers?

Bifocal reading glasses can be found anywhere reading glasses are sold but may be harder to find than fully magnified lenses. At Readers.com, we carry 100+ styles of bifocal style reading glasses! In varying frame shapes, widths, and colors, there’s a style for everyone!

Still Have Questions?

Didn’t see your question answered above? We’d love to assist you! Contact our Customer Happiness team or give us a call at 1-800-210-3975 and we would be more than happy to help address any of your reading glasses needs.

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Disclaimer: All references to “bifocals” herein refer to readers having unmagnified lenses containing a “bifocal style” single powered reading glass insert located in the lower portion of the lenses.

At Readers.com™, measuring to find your perfect reading glasses size is different than measuring for a pair of optical glasses. If you own a pair of prescription eyewear, you may be accustomed to the three-number frame measurement format (lens-bridge-temple) listed on the inside of the temple. Those optical measurements can be used as a guide, but they are different than the measurements we’ve found are most helpful for our customers.

To get an idea of the right reading glasses size for you, we recommend taking a pair of glasses or sunglasses that you know fit your face well and measuring those for the following dimensions.

Alternately, you can use our printable ruler to measure your face from temple to temple.

How to Measure Your Readers Frames

Frame Size

The width of each of our frames is measured from hinge to hinge on the inside of the frame. Available frame sizes are:

Frame Height

The frame height measurement is taken at the tallest part of the frame front, from the bottom of the frame to the top of the frame. This measurement includes the frame on the top and bottom of the lens. Available frame heights range from very small (13-24mm) reading glasses to very large (50-75mm) reading glasses.

Temple Length

To measure temple length, place your ruler at the hinge and measure straight back to the end of the temple. The correct temple length is important because it ensures that the frame rests comfortably on and behind your ear. We’re proud to offer temple lengths ranging from short temples(110-130mm) to long temples (145-160mm).

Please note: We do not measure around the curve of the temples, and instead measure straight back to the end of the temple.

Bridge Sizes

Bridge size is important because it keeps your glasses firmly on your nose. To determine the bridge size, measure across the bridge from lens to lens at the point where the lenses sit closest to each other (where the glasses will sit on your nose). Our bridge sizes include narrow (10-19mm), average (20-21mm), and wide (22-34mm).

Frame and Face Shape

Your reading glasses are an important tool to help you see more clearly, but they should also complement your face shape so you can wear them with confidence!

The general rule of thumb is: the more round your face shape (round and oval), the more angular your frames should be; and the more angular your face shape (square and heart), the rounder the frame shape.

Square faces should avoid retro square, rectangle, or square readers and instead opt for aviator, cat eye, or round frames.

Heart-shaped faces should steer clear of round or oval frames, and migrate towards rectangle, retro square, or cat eye frames.

Oval faces have the most flexibility with frame shapes, but they tend to look best in round, rectangle, or retro square frames.

Round faces should avoid round or oval frames and look for browline, rectangle, or retro square frames.

Want to learn more about the frame and face shape dynamic? Check out our Face Shape Guide.

We’ve created a collection of reading glasses perfect for The Entertainer. Here you’ll find styles inspired in shape and name by some of our favorite actors, musicians, movies, and shows.

How charming! A half frame reader like The Charm has a high bridge and is commonly worn further down your nose to keep your distance vision unobstructed while providing you with the magnification you need for reading. 

Don’t miss the action!  Looking for a pair of readers that you can keep on while reading and watching a show? We recommend a pair of bifocal readers like The Actor Bifocal. Not to mention — a classic round frame never goes out of style! 

Bifocal readers have unmagnified lenses which also contain inserts with the magnification of your choice in the lower portion of the lenses.

If retro is your style, we recommend a style like The Draper with fully magnified lenses and a retro square frame.

Heading to the drive-in or projecting a movie outside? Choose a pair of reading sunglasses like The Geller Reading Sunglasses with the magnification of your choice throughout the lens.

Shop the entire Entertainer Collection to find the perfect pair for your entertaining needs!

Disclaimer: All references to “bifocals” herein refer to readers having unmagnified lenses containing a “bifocal style” single powered reading glass insert located in the lower portion of the lenses.

Disclaimer: All references to “bifocals” herein refer to readers having unmagnified lenses containing a “bifocal style” single powered reading glass insert located in the lower portion of the lenses.

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Many of us make a conscious effort to not touch our faces for many health and hygiene reasons – but try as we might, our lenses still end up with unknown spots and smudges. What you may not realize is that on average, we touch our faces 15 times an hour*. In addition, we are exposed to all kinds of elements throughout the day, causing debris to stick to the lenses of our readers.

We decided to investigate the most common ways the lenses of your readers can become dirty while going through your normal daily routine… and the end result surprised us.

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It’s easy to see that you don’t have to actually touch your lenses for them to become dirty. Are there other ways that are a common nuisance for you? Comment below!

*Sources: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene A Study Quantifying the Hand-to-Face Contact Rate and Its Potential Application to Predicting Respiratory Tract Infection

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We’re here to make reading glasses shopping easier, but if we can also make your everyday life easier, we’re even more excited. That’s why we’re happy to show you two new styles of 2-in-1 reading glasses, made with you in mind. 

Magnetic Reading Glasses

These styles are just like a regular pair of readers, but with a twist! In a snap, you can go from regular reader to reading sunglasses thanks to the magnetic frame front, which allows the separate front piece with tinted lenses to attach to the frame. You can choose from several styles including fully magnified or bifocal, polarized, mirrored, or standard reading sunglasses lenses.

Photochromic Readers

If you need readers to drive or enjoy the outdoors, we recommend a pair of our photochromic readers! When indoors, the fully magnified lenses on these styles are clear. Once you step outside and expose them to UV light, they gradually darken to tinted lenses. Readers → Reading Sunglasses, it’s just that easy!

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Disclaimer: All references to “bifocals” herein refer to readers having unmagnified lenses containing a “bifocal style” single powered reading glass insert located in the lower portion of the lenses.

We asked some of our team members why they love working at Readers.com – this is what they had to say:

The Cooper Safety Reader  and The Clove Safety Reader

For the tool-wielding craftsman, we know how important the right pair of safety glasses is to complete your project. The Cooper Bifocal Safety Reader includes clear, OSHA approved ANSI Z87.1 polycarbonate safety lenses with a small section of magnification at the bottom of each lens. These readers will not only protect your eyes, but because they are bifocal readers, you don’t have to keep taking your safety glasses or reading glasses on and off!

The Petty

If this is the year that you decide to dust off your old piano and begin to play again, The Petty is the perfect pair of readers for deciphering those small little music notes. These fully magnified round readers feature a sleek plastic and metal combination frame.

The Lorelai Bifocal

If sewing is your hobby of choice, The Lorelai Bifocal will be the perfect accessory to help you focus on those details that really make your work standout. These retro square readers have a colorful floral printed frame and bifocal lenses that will help your creativity blossom.

The Melody

If you enjoy journaling and seek to take your writing style up a notch, consider a pair of The Melody. This reader’s bold two-toned pattern and fun cat eye shape are sure to have you in an innovative state of mind.

Disclaimer: All references to “bifocals” herein refer to readers having unmagnified lenses containing a “bifocal style” single powered reading glass insert located in the lower portion of the lenses.

The Readers.com® team strives to bring you high-quality readers that not only keep your eyes and wallet happy, but also bring you the most popular styles. This season we are bringing you the best in optical quality with our new Readers.com® Signature Collection. In this collection, you will find an assortment of handmade reading glasses in high-quality acetate, polished to a perfect shine. Not only do our reading glasses come with anti-scratch frames, making them durable for everyday use, but they also are in a wide range of rich tortoise and solid colors for when you need to accessorize without sacrificing functionality. All signature readers come with a protective case and cleaning cloth and are available in powers +1.25 to +3.00.

All of our signature readers come at a $59.95 price point, allowing you to treat your eyes without making a major investment. We have a feeling you’re going to love our Readers.com® Signature Collection as much as we do, but we’ll let you be the judge of that.

Signature Round Frames

The Getty

The Getty is a narrow round acetate frame that comes in brown tortoise, blue tortoise, and violet tortoise. You will likely want all three of these punchy colors. This pair of round readers has an acetate frame, spring hinges, and aspheric lenses that keep you comfortable and looking sharp all day long.

The Chateau

This round acetate reader has wire temples and a metal bridge, and comes in tortoise/gold and olive tortoise/silver. You really can’t go wrong in this classic lightweight pair of readers.

The Carlisle

These narrow round readers have an acetate frame and come with metal temples in black/gold and clear/silver. The Carlisle boasts an element of grooviness that can’t be touched.

Signature Cat Eye Frames

The Astor

Embrace the always trendy cat eye look you love with this medium cat eye frame, with premium acetate material in brown tortoise, black, and wine. These readers feature spring hinges and thin, aspheric lenses for an exceptional look and feel.

The Eden

Keep your eyewear stylish and sleek with the ever so smooth Eden. These premium acetate cat eye readers from the Signature Collection feature bright tortoise hues and spring hinges for added comfort. The thin, aspheric lenses will keep your look on point and your eyes happy.

The Rothschild

If you describe your style as a little bit edgy, we think you should take the Rothschild for a spin. With its bamboo-like temples and medium cat eye frames, these readers are an accessory that can’t be ignored. This fashionable cat eye reader is made of premium acetate and has both spring hinges and aspheric lenses to give you a comfortable fit no matter what.

The Versailles

Adorn your eyes with the lovely Versailles. Our signature Versailles is an oversized women’s acetate browline style with cat eye frames, and come in black/tortoise as well as blush/tortoise.

The Galena

If you like to add a touch of flair to your wardrobe, look no further than The Galena. This trendy cat eye has a unique, color layered frame in polished acetate. Metal diamond detail and spring hinges create premium style and comfort.

Signature Rectangle/Retro Square Frames

The Vanderbilt

Bring a “retro meets bold” element to your look with these retro reading glasses. Made from premium acetate with thin aspheric lenses, these readers will keep your look sharp and your vision sharper. Spring hinges help to make these a great fit.

The Nottingham

Sleek and cool, our signature Nottingham are sure to draw “oohs and ahs” wherever you go. The Nottingham have retro square acetate frames with metal temples and bridge, and come in grey tortoise with gunmetal as well as brown tortoise with gold.

The Warwick

Being square has never been so cool with our signature Warwick. These readers have retro square metal frames with acetate temples, and you can choose from matte dark blue metal with brown tortoise temples as well as matte gunmetal with red tortoise temples. Prepare to be mesmerized.

Now that you have the inside scoop on our signature readers, you are ready to shop the collection.