Say goodbye to smudgy glasses — this $12 box of cleaning wipes leaves my pair streak-free

They leave my glasses squeaky clean and looking brand-new.
Before and After of dirty and then clean glasses
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I’ll never forget the day I learned I needed glasses. I was in the sixth grade and had been having trouble seeing the chalkboard clearly for a while. Glasses styles weren’t nearly as chic as they are now, so I wasn’t exactly jazzed by the idea of wearing them every day.

Over the years, I’ve come to embrace my glasses and now rock some pretty sweet thick-rimmed frames. As much as I love them, I do have one major complaint: They get dirty ALL the time. Even if I wear them all day long without touching them once, my glasses still seem filthy at the end of the day.

I've tried countless cleaning wipes and cloths over the years, and none of them have ever left a lasting impression — until I started using Bausch & Lomb Lens Cleaning Wipes.

Why I tried the Bausch & Lomb Lens Cleaning Wipes | My experience | What to consider | Who is the Bausch & Lomb Lens Cleaning Wipes best for? | Why trust Shop TODAY?

Bausch & Lomb Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes


Why I tried the Bausch & Lomb Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes

My dad bought these a couple of years ago, intending to use them on his own glasses, but soon enough I took over the box and started using the wipes constantly.

My experience

The first thing I noticed about the Bausch & Lomb wipes (which currently boast over 6,000 five-star reviews on Amazon) was their plastic packaging. Most wipes I’d used before came in paper packaging and seemed to dry out quickly. I was happy to find that the plastic packaging seemed to seal in the moisture. In other words, I don’t have to worry about opening up a wipe only to discover that it’s all dried out!

Why I like these cleaning wipes

My glasses looked good as new

Unlike many other wipes I've tried, these ones aren't flimsy and are folded in a way that equally distributes the cleaning solution all over the lens. Every time I use one, my glasses are instantly refreshed and streak-free. And as an added benefit, the wipes also do a pretty great job of cleaning my phone!

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The material is top-tier compared to other cleaning options

I’ve used microfiber cloths to clean my glasses before, and a few of them have done a pretty decent job. However, sometimes using a cloth always seems like I’m rubbing dirt on dirt and just spreading the gunk around my glasses rather than removing it.

Since I’m a bit of a germaphobe, I appreciate that fresh feeling that only comes from using an alcohol-based cleaning solution, so these wipes are just about perfect for me.

What to consider

Although I didn't experience issues with the packs, a few reviewers noted that upon opening, some were dried out. So, to avoid scratching your lenses, double check all the packets before using.

They contain alcohol

What makes these wipes effective at cleaning is that they contain alcohol. But some customers found that this ingredient can affect anti-glare and anti-scratch lenses.

Who is the Bausch & Lomb Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes best for?

At $12 for a box of 100, these wipes are reasonably priced, and one box has lasted me a couple of months. Of course, it also helps that they’re compact and portable, so I can stash a few in my bag wherever I go.

Thus, anyone who is looking for a more convenient option for cleaning their glasses (or any surface, really!) on-the-go will enjoy the perks of these affordable packs.

Why trust Shop TODAY?

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About the author

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