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Lens coating

Anti-Reflective Coating (MAR)

Reduces glare from screens, artificial lighting and oncoming headlights. Included as standard on 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 index lenses — and available as an upgrade on 1.50 index lenses.
How it works

What does anti-reflective coating do?

Anti-reflective coating, also known as MAR (multi-layer anti-reflective) or AR coating, is applied to the lens surface to minimise the amount of light that reflects off the lens — letting more light pass through for clearer, more comfortable vision.

What is MAR coating?

MAR stands for multi-layer anti-reflective. It is a series of thin optical layers applied to both surfaces of the lens. Each layer is designed to cancel out a specific wavelength of reflected light, dramatically reducing glare and reflections across a broad spectrum.

What does it reduce?

Anti-reflective coating reduces glare from digital screens, overhead fluorescent lighting, and oncoming headlights when driving at night. It also eliminates the white reflections that can appear on your lenses in photographs, making your eyes more visible when wearing glasses.

Does it affect the lens appearance?

MAR coated lenses appear almost invisible in normal lighting because so little light is reflected. When light does reflect, it appears as a faint green or blue tinge — the signature of a quality anti-reflective coating. This is normal and indicates the coating is working correctly.
Who is it for

MAR coating is particularly beneficial for

Screen users

Reduces reflections and glare from computer monitors, tablets and phones. A significant benefit for anyone spending several hours a day in front of a screen.

Drivers

Reduces glare from oncoming headlights at night — one of the most common complaints from glasses wearers. MAR coating makes night driving noticeably more comfortable.

Office workers

Overhead fluorescent and LED lighting in offices creates significant lens reflections. MAR coating reduces this, making glasses more comfortable for long days at a desk.

Anyone in photos or on video calls

MAR coated lenses eliminate the white glare that obscures your eyes in photographs and video calls — making your glasses far less noticeable on screen.

Outdoor wearers

Reduces reflections from bright outdoor light, particularly useful in strong sunlight where lens reflections can be distracting.

Higher index lens wearers

Higher index lenses naturally reflect more light than standard lenses. MAR coating is included as standard on all 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 lenses for this reason.
Key benefits

What you gain with MAR coating

Reduced glare
Minimises glare from screens, overhead lighting and headlights — the most immediate benefit for most wearers.

Sharper vision
More light passes through the lens rather than reflecting off it — resulting in slightly sharper, higher contrast vision.

Better appearance
Lenses appear almost invisible and your eyes are clearly visible — no more white reflections obscuring your face in photos or video.
Reduced eye strain
By reducing the amount of reflected light reaching the eye, MAR coating can reduce eye fatigue during prolonged screen use or driving.
Availability

Anti-reflective coating across all lens indexes

MAR coating is included as standard from 1.60 index upwards. On 1.50 index lenses it is available as an optional upgrade.
Lens index
Anti-reflective (MAR)
Also included
Optional upgrades
1.50 Standard
Available upgrade
Anti-scratch
MAR, Blue light, Transition, Tint, Polarised
1.60 Thin
Included
—
Blue light, Transition, Tint, Polarised
1.67 Thinner
Included
—
Blue light, Transition, Tint, Polarised
1.74 Ultra-thin
Included
—
Blue light, Transition, Tint, Polarised
Lens types

Available across all lens types

Single vision
Included as standard on 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 single vision lenses. Available as an upgrade on 1.50 index.
Varifocal
Included as standard on 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 varifocal lenses across all four packages. Available as an upgrade on 1.50.
Bifocal
Included as standard on 1.60 and 1.67 bifocal lenses. Available as an upgrade on 1.50 index bifocal lenses.
Non-prescription
Included as standard on 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 non-prescription lenses. Available as an upgrade on 1.50 index.

How to order

How to add anti-reflective coating to your lenses

1
Choose a frame
Browse our full range from £10. MAR coating is available with any frame across all lens types and indexes.
2
Select your lens type and index
Choose single vision, varifocal, bifocal or non-prescription. Select 1.60 or above and MAR is included automatically at no extra cost.
3
Add as upgrade on 1.50
If you select 1.50 index, add anti-reflective coating as an upgrade at the coatings step during checkout.

Ready to order glasses with anti-reflective lenses?

MAR coating is included as standard on all 1.60, 1.67 and 1.74 index lenses. All lenses are glazed in-house by our qualified technicians. Frames from £10.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

        • Small: Best for narrower faces.
        • Medium: Suits most face shapes.
        • Large: Ideal for wider faces.
          Lens Width
          mm48mm54
          Bridge Width
          mm15mm22
          Arm Width
          mm137mm145
              £10£130