
Sustainability in the Optical Industry: why we’re pushing for it
If you have your eyes on our socials you’ll know we have our eyes on the environment. Optical products such as spectacles, sunglasses, and contact lenses are relatively small and more ethically produced than ... Continue Reading

New Sustainable Frame Range
Garret Leight, one of the frame brands offered here at Beckenham Optometrist, is launching their first eco-friendly collection! As a locally owned independent practice, not 500 metres from the beach, we are passionate about ... Continue Reading

Eye Melanoma
Melanoma is a type of cancer that develops in the cells that produce melanin — the pigment that gives your skin its color. Your eyes also have melanin-producing cells and can develop melanoma. Eye ... Continue Reading

Your Child Should be wearing sunglasses
Children need to protect their eyes just as much as adults, if not more. UV exposure can harm the eyes as well as the skin, and the cumulative effect of UV rays can be ... Continue Reading

Are you ready for Beckenham Optometrist Summer Specials?
To reward all our amazing patients we are running some great summer specials to finish off what has been a wonderful 2019! $100 off 2nd pair of pescripted glasses or sunglasses! Exlcuding Maui ... Continue Reading

How Does The Sun Affect Your Eyes?
In Australia, with our high levels of UV radiation, we need to take special care to protect our eyes. Australia’s sun worshiping culture means the country’s 22 million people are 13 times more likely ... Continue Reading

Should kids wear sunglasses?
13 reasons why children should wear sunglasses While 73% of adults wear sunglasses, only 30% of kids wear sunglasses. Here’s 13 good reasons of why kids should wear sunglasses, especially with the lifestyle we ... Continue Reading