Are transitions XTRActive lenses worth it?

Are transitions XTRActive lenses worth it?

Learn More About Transitions Xtractive Lenses Xtractive lenses are one of the must-haves for many people. They will get extra dark when someone is outdoors in the sunlight. This makes them one of the best lens options for driving, since they will reduce the glare while someone is driving.

What is the difference between transitions and XTRActive?

Transitions® Signature lenses continuously adapt to changing light so they’re always exactly the depth of tint you need them to be. Transitions®Xtractive®lenses provide extra protection from light, even in the car. They go extra dark outdoors to protect from the brightest sun, even in the hottest conditions.

How dark do transitions XTRActive get?

Yes, Transitions XTRActive lenses have an average darkness of 53% and can achieve up to category 2 darkness1 behind the windshield to protect eyes from sunlight while driving.

Are transitions XTRActive clear?

Transitions XTRActive NEW generation lenses are clear indoors with a hint of protective tint; designed to help protect your eyes from harsh indoor lighting and the sources of harmful blue light including digital devices2.

Are transition XTRActive lenses polarized?

Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses are designed for wearers who want extra protection in high-glare situations. Indoors they are clear with a hint of tint and outside they achieve a polarization efficiency of up to 90%1, which is similar to polarized sunglasses.

How Fast Is transitions XTRActive?

After being activated in UV for 15 minutes at 73°F, Transitions® XTRActiveTM lenses fade back to 70% transmission in 14 minutes compared with 9 minutes for Transitions VI.

Do transitions XTRActive work in the car?

How fast do Transitions lenses work? Transitions lenses begin to darken the moment they are exposed to UV light. As a result, just like clear lenses, Transitions lenses do not activate inside a car. However, Transitions® XTRActive® lenses react to visible light so they do moderately darken behind the windshield.

Are transitions XTRActive lenses polarized?

Transitions XTRActive Polarized lenses are clear with a hint of protective tint indoors, and become extra dark and polarized outdoors. They are designed for wearers who are frequently exposed to bright light and reflective glare.

What is Transitions XTRActive?

Transitions XTRActive new generation lenses are extra dark outdoors and the darkest photochromic light intelligent lens in hot temperatures. They are the only photochromic lens to achieve a category 3 level of darkness when it’s hot – the same level as sunglasses.

How do XTRActive transitions work?

However, Transitions® XTRActive® lenses do activate moderately behind a windshield as they react to both UV and visible light. When the UV light diminishes, the lenses fade back. As light conditions change, the level of tint adjusts, offering the right tint at the right time.

What are Transitions XTRActive lenses?

What are Transitions XTRActive Lenses? Transitions® XTRActiveTM lenses are the darkest Transitions® lenses available for everyday use. These lenses are designed for people who are in sunny conditions and who want an everyday use lens that provides extra dark tint in all temperatures.

What is the best tint for my Transition Lenses?

If you expect a reaction of the transition lenses behind the windshield and a tint of about 50% is sufficient – then the Xtractive or Vantage glasses are your ideal companion. You can also test this tint at any time in our shop. We always have sample lenses ready for you.

Can I wear Transitions™ XTRActive lenses behind car windshields?

Transitions®XTRActiveTM lenses are also activated in the lower spectrum of visible light in addition to being activated by ultraviolet light. Therefore, they will darken somewhat behind car windshields. 72% of consumers were satisfied with the darkness of the Transitions XTRActive lenses while driving a car in very sunny conditions.

Do the transitions 8 lenses block out blue light?

Many people have stated that blue light is blocked out better with the Transitions Xtractive lenses. The Transitions Xtractive have been shown to have the darkest tint when outdoors. Some people have stated that the Transitions 8 lenses will return to clear much quicker than the Transitions Xtractive lenses.