Presbyopia is a completely natural part of getting older — something most people start to notice in their early to mid-40s. It simply means that reading small text up close becomes a bit more effortful. Not an illness, not a concern — just a normal change that happens to all of us.

As we age, the small lens inside the eye becomes less flexible. When you’re younger, this lens adjusts easily between far and near distances. But with age, that flexibility gradually reduces, making close-up tasks feel harder.

You might notice that:

• Fine print on labels or receipts looks softer
  
• Your phone needs to be held a little farther away
  
• Dim restaurants suddenly feel “too dark” to read in
  
• Your eyes tire faster when doing close work
  
• You squint or adjust your posture to see more clearly
  

These aren’t symptoms — just everyday signs that your eyes are working a little harder than before.

Most people in Europe begin noticing presbyopia in their early forties, and it continues slowly over the years. It’s entirely normal and happens to everyone, just at slightly different times.

Because this change happens slowly, many people reach a moment where they simply want reading to feel easy again — whether at home, at work, or on the go. That’s where a good pair of reading glasses makes a real difference.

Most people choose different readers for different moments: a pair for the desk, one for the kitchen drawer, and another that fits their personal style. As reading becomes part of your daily routine again, design starts to matter just as much as clarity.

And if you’re unsure which strength to choose, our simple at-home Vision Test is an easy way to get started.