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mediflex® max 1 day toric has increased its parameter range to cover 95% of the astigmatic population. 2

The only one-day toric lens that offers around-the-clock axes across all cylinder powers and a core range from +8.00 to -10.00DS.†

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Optimised Toric Lens Geometry.

We’ve made our one-day contact lenses plastic neutral through our partnership with Plastic Bank®. One-day contact lenses are defined as orders placed by customers for those products and includes products sold and distributed by CooperVision® in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Plastic neutrality is established by purchasing credits from Plastic Bank®. A credit represents the collection and conversion of one kilogram of plastic that may reach or be destined for waterways. CooperVision® purchases credits equal to the weight of plastic in our one-day contact lens orders in a specified time period. One-day contact lens plastic is determined by the weight of plastic in the blister, the lens and the secondary package (outer carton), including laminates, adhesives, and auxiliary inputs (e.g. ink). All trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

* mediflex® max 1 day toric has the largest number of prescription options of any one day toric contact lens. † Around the clock axes in 10º steps from plano to -10.00DS, and from +1.25DS to +8.00DS in cylinder powers -0.75DC, -1.25DC, -1.75DC, and -2.25DC in cylinder powers. 1. CVI data on file 2021. Based on prescription option combinations (sph, cyl, axis) available across all daily disposable toric soft lenses from CooperVision®, Johnson and Johnson Medical Ltd.® Bausch & Lomb Inc.® and Alcon Inc.® in UK, France, Germany and Italy Dec 2021. Cosmetic & Photochromatic Cls not included. Multiple base curve variants not included. 2. CVI data on file, 2021. Rx coverage database n=83,540 eyes; 14 to 70 years.

Charmant

Parisian elegance and contemporary femininity epitomise the spring/summer 2023 Elle eyewear collection from Charmant. Horizontal and vertical French pleats and geometric forms ensure the sides of the frames stand out, in rounded retro looks, striking square and cat-eye frame fronts. Key colours for the new collection are aquatic blue and green, rich forest green and brown, and cherry red and rosé tones. High-quality acetate, metal and mixed materials provide a distinctive look and texture. The model in our photograph is wearing EL 13533 in green: a soft cat-eye featuring a curvy, pleated metal decoration on the sides.

Pearce & Blackmore Optometrists

Congratulations to NEG member Clare Pearce, who was named Optometrist of the Year at the Optician Awards 2022. Co-owner of Pearce and Blackmore Optometrists with two branches in Cardiff, Clare was recognised for her “extensive work in making quality eyecare accessible for all”. Clare and her practices are certified as Dementia Friendly, and promote the benefits of the scheme to other businesses. Clare is also able to conduct an eye examination in British Sign Language, and is the optometrist featured in the We Are Primary Care campaign, run by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

Clare said: “Optometry is so much more than just ‘testing eyes’ and hope can inspire others to look into ways to adapt their practices and communication to each individual patient. I’m excited about

National Eye Health Week

EssilorLuxottica’s scientists have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and combined it with their understanding of consumer lifestyles to create the Varilux XR series. From studying more than 6,500 presbyopes to better understand their lifestyles and visual challenges, the group has gathered over one million data points to develop a breakthrough behavioural modelling system that predicts how individual presbyopes look at objects around them.

"The power of AI lies in the quantity, quality and variety of data and the way they’re the future of optometry in Wales, and the awards ceremony was a great way to celebrate some of our successes so far.” Clare is pictured receiving her award alongside (from left) host Vernon Kaye, Nigel Wingate from award sponsor the Outside Clinic, and Chris Bennett, Optician editor-in-chief. analysed," commented Norbert Gorny, co-chief operating officer at EssilorLuxottica.

"The insights we established from data collected from customer orders, real-life wearer tests, in store measurements and physiological models are exclusive to EssilorLuxottica. Thanks to the digital

Eye Health UK is inviting practitioners to register for this year’s National Eye Health Week (NEHW) campaign, taking place from 18-24 September. David Cartwright, chair of Eye Health UK, said: “Awareness and public health messaging are key elements of the proposed national eye health strategy for England, and are vital for improving the eye health of people across the UK. NEHW provides the ideal platform for the sector to come together to highlight the importance of routine eye tests and adopting healthy lifestyle habits to prevent avoidable sight loss and poor eye health.”

Register now for free resources twinning technology, we can now establish a visual behaviour profile for every single prescription and provide the first eyeresponsive lens that respects the natural behaviour of the eye.”

Register for free resources by emailing your name, business name and contact details to info@visionmatters.org.uk. Plans and the themes for NEHW will be unveiled at an official launch in the spring.

The Varilux XR series is also an eco-design lens certified by a life-cycle analysis run by an independent third party that brought to light a 19 per cent reduction of plastic consumption resulting in six per cent fewer CO2 emissions. The lens was introduced at Mido last month and will be rolled out across Europe over the coming months.

De Rigo

De Rigo and Italian women’s clothing brand Twinset have announced a worldwide license agreement for the design, production and distribution of Twinset Milano-branded optical frames and sunglasses. The first collection is available from this month – a feminine and romantic collection that re-interprets the brand’s stylistic codes with versatile frames sporting refined detailing.

Michele Aracri, managing director of De Rigo Vision, commented: “We’re delighted with this agreement and are sure that – by working together – we will reach significant and challenging objectives on a global scale. For De Rigo, this partnership represents an additional step in the group’s development plan, strengthening and widening our product offering in the women’s segment.”

Alcon/WCO

Marchon

The Karl Lagerfield spring/summer 2023 sunglasses collection from Marchon celebrates the designer’s iconic aesthetic and signature creativity. Balancing style with innovation and functionality, the silhouettes are finished with luxurious details. Reflecting the brand’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, the styles are crafted from a lightweight, plant-based resin. Our photograph shows model KL6101S – available in black, green, blue, azure, orange and crystal. Designed for all genders, the statement-making sunglasses have a squared silhouette with a contrasting colour outline along the front edges, while the sides are embellished with the Karl Lagerfield logo and brand identity.

Menicon

Menicon UK has appointed qualified optometrist Henrik Bo Larsen as its new European professional services manager. Working closely with all teams in the disposable lenses franchise, Henrik is keen to see the company become more broadly established in the UK market. He will work particularly closely with Menicon’s marketing division in order to increase communication of the product range to practitioners as well as the public. Henrik said: “I’m looking forward to supporting ECPs in every way possible in their efforts to introduce more of their patients to lenses. Menicon has great potential to attract those who have yet to try contact lenses for the first time as well as those who have rejected them in the past.”

Meanwhile Josie Barlow, who has been professional services manager with

Tune in on 14 March to the third in a series of complimentary global dry eye disease webinars produced by the World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon. Dry Eye Spotlight 3: Management will be led by Professor Lyndon Jones, featuring Professors Jennifer Craig and James Wolffsohn, who will explore the different approaches available to manage dry eye – and how management strategies may be adjusted based on a further understanding of mitigating factors and measurements collected from patients. A Q&A session will follow.

Professor Jones said: “One surprising fact is that 20 to 25 per cent of patients that optometrists see suffer from dry eye. My top tip for any practitioner when they’re thinking about dry eye is don’t be scared by it. Many patients have dry eyes, and management is not that complicated. The use of education is one of the simplest and most impactful interventions. This webinar is an excellent place to start or further your dry eye management journey.” Register for the webinar at https://bit.ly/DryEyeManagement

Menicon since 2016, has been appointed as head of professional services for the MTO/ myopia management division. Josie, who is a qualified contact lens optician, said: “This new role will increase my responsibility to deliver high quality education, training and support to all our UK practitioners.”