Trinidad Heat vs. Your Glasses: Understanding Sweat's Corrosive Effects & Best Practices

Living in beautiful Trinidad means we're no strangers to the heat and humidity! While we love our sunshine, it presents a unique challenge for glasses wearers: sweat. You might think sweat just makes your glasses slip, but it can actually be a silent enemy to your frames. The Hidden Threat: Sweat's Acidic Assault Sweat isn't just water; it contains various compounds, including salts, urea, and lactic acid, making it slightly acidic. This acidity, especially over time, can have detrimental effects on your glasses: Corrosion on Metal Frames: For those rocking stylish metal frames, the acidity in your sweat can lead to corrosion. The compounds in sweat react with the metal, causing discoloration, pitting, and weakening the material. This isn't just an aesthetic issue; it compromises the integrity of your frame, leading to premature breakage. Hinge Seizure on All Frames: Whether your frames are metal or plastic, sweat often finds its way into the tiny, intricate mechanis...