Prescription Glasses — From ~$87 USD

Why Get Glasses in Oaxaca?

If you wear prescription glasses, getting a new pair in Oaxaca can save you hundreds of dollars. Thanks to our own optical laboratory, we cut out the middlemen and pass the savings directly to you. The same quality lenses and designer frames that cost $300–1,000+ in the United States start at just ~$87 USD here.

Many visitors plan their eyewear purchases around their Oaxaca trips. Some order multiple pairs — one for everyday use, one for reading, and a pair of prescription sunglasses — and still spend less than a single pair would cost back home.

Price Comparison: Oaxaca vs. USA

Our Frames

We carry a wide selection of designer and premium frames from internationally recognized brands:

• Calvin Klein — minimalist, modern designs
• Carolina Herrera — elegant, fashion-forward styles
• Nike — sporty, durable frames for active lifestyles
• Lacoste — classic, preppy aesthetics
• Guess — trendy, youthful designs
• Swarovski — crystal-embellished luxury
• DKNY — urban, contemporary styles
• Nautica — casual, nautical-inspired frames

We also carry quality budget-friendly options if you're looking for a reliable pair without the designer price tag.

Lens Types and Treatments

Lens Designs

• Single vision — one prescription power across the entire lens, for distance or near vision
• Bifocal — two zones (distance and near) with a visible line
• Progressive (no-line bifocal) — smooth transition from distance to near with no visible line, the most natural vision experience

Lens Materials

• CR-39 — standard optical plastic, excellent clarity, lightweight
• Polycarbonate — impact-resistant, thinner, ideal for active lifestyles and children
• Hi-Index (1.67 / 1.74) — ultra-thin lenses for strong prescriptions, cosmetically superior

Treatments

• Anti-reflective coating — reduces glare from screens and headlights (included in our packages)
• Blue light filter — protects against digital eye strain from computers and phones
• Photochromic (Transitions) — lenses that darken in sunlight and clear indoors
• Polarized — eliminates glare for driving and outdoor activities
• UV protection — blocks harmful ultraviolet rays (included in all our lenses)

Our Laboratory Advantage

Unlike most optical shops that send your lenses to an external lab, we manufacture lenses in-house. This gives us three key advantages:

1. Speed — most orders ready in 24 hours instead of 7–10 days
2. Price — no third-party lab markup means significant savings for you
3. Quality control — we inspect every lens before it goes into your frame

The Process

1. Eye exam (15 min) — free, walk-in, professional equipment
2. Frame selection (10–20 min) — browse our collection with staff guidance
3. Lens consultation (5 min) — we'll recommend the best material and treatments for your needs
4. Production (4–24 hours) — lenses cut and fitted in our own lab
5. Fitting and adjustment (5 min) — we ensure perfect fit and comfort

Total time from walking in to walking out with new glasses: as little as a few hours for standard prescriptions.

Visit Us

Principes Branch: González Ortega #408a, Centro
WhatsApp: +52 951 229 6844 | Google Maps

Independencia Branch: Av. Independencia #1101, Centro
WhatsApp: +52 951 232 8047 | Google Maps