Why Your Glasses Give You Headaches — and How the Right Lenses Solve It

If your glasses are supposed to help you see better, why do they sometimes leave you rubbing your temples? Headaches are one of the most common complaints among glasses wearers — and in many cases, the culprit isn’t your eyes, but your lenses.

Common Reasons Glasses Cause Headaches

1. Outdated or Incorrect Prescription
If your prescription isn’t current, your eyes work harder than they should. Even a small change in vision can create constant strain, leading to dull, nagging headaches.

2. Poor Lens Measurements
Your eyes have a “sweet spot” where vision is clearest. If your lenses aren’t positioned exactly in line with your pupils, your eyes compensate — and the strain shows up as headaches.

3. Lens Quality and Distortion
Low-quality lenses can introduce subtle distortion in your peripheral vision. Over time, your brain fights to make sense of the image, which can cause fatigue and discomfort.

4. Glare and Light Sensitivity
Bright lights, reflections, and screen glare can trigger headaches — especially if your lenses lack anti-reflective coating.

5. Frame Fit and Pressure Points
Tight frames can press on the sides of your head, while loose frames shift around, making you constantly adjust your gaze.

How the Right Lenses Fix the Problem

✓ Accurate, Up-to-Date Prescription
We recommend an annual eye exam to ensure your lenses match your current vision needs.

✓ Precision “Point-of-Wear” Measurements
At Cali Optics, we custom-measure how your glasses sit on your face to align your lenses perfectly with your natural line of sight.

✓ High-Quality, American-Made Lenses
Our lenses are crafted from premium optical materials to minimize distortion and keep your vision crisp edge-to-edge.

✓ Built-In Anti-Glare Protection
Every pair we make includes anti-reflective coating to cut glare from screens, headlights, and sunlight.

✓ Comfortable Fit Adjustments
When you send your frames to us, we tune them up — adjusting the fit, oiling hinges, and replacing worn nose pads — so they feel as good as they look.

The Bottom Line

If your glasses are giving you headaches, don’t assume it’s “just something to live with.” The right prescription, precise measurements, and high-quality lenses can make all the difference — and your head will thank you.

Ready for relief? Order your next lenses from Cali Optics and experience crystal-clear, headache-free vision.