Allure Eye Clinic by Target

11/12/2018

Dry Eye may be linked to seasonal allergies!

Red, watery eyes are the hallmark of both allergies and dry eye. For a long time, scientists thought of these conditions as separate, but it turns out they may have something in common: the seasons. “

11/08/2018

UV damage doesn't have to come from the sun! Welding machines, tanning beds, and lasers can all damage your eyes. Be sure to wear the proper UV eye protection at all times!

How to choose the right sunglasses, with an explanation of the UV Index.

11/05/2018

Question: What do eyelids do when they get angry? Answer: They lash out!

11/01/2018

Sometimes keeping your eyes safe means wearing tinted lenses while working on a computer. If you suffer from symptoms of digital eyestrain, visit your Target Optical eye care professional today!

Shop our wide selection of eyewear, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, contact lenses & more. Free shipping on all orders from TargetOptical.com!

10/29/2018

Did you know? John Dalton, an 18th century English chemist, was one of the first people to investigate color blindness. Take this test to see if you're color blind!

The EnChroma® Color Blindness Test checks for the most common types of color vision deficiencies in less than 2 minutes. If you have color blindness, our test can tell you if your color vision deficiency is mild, moderate, or strong. At the end of the test, we’ll let you know how likely EnChroma ...

10/25/2018

Did you know? Glaucoma damages the optic nerve of the eye causing vision loss and blindness. Early detection is key! Be sure to schedule regular eye exams. Visit TargetOptical.com to make your next appointment!

See how glaucoma can affect vision. The optic nerve is made up of many nerve fibers that carry images to the brain. It's like an electric cable containing numerous wires. When glaucoma damages the opt

10/22/2018

Did you know that roughly 90% off all sports-related eye injuries can be prevented by wearing the proper protective eyewear?

Tens of thousands of sports and recreation-related eye injuries occur each year. The good news is that 90 percent of serious eye injuries are preventable through use of appropriate protective eyewear.

10/18/2018

Did you know? Smoking harms your eyes and puts you at an increased risk for developing cataracts and age-related macular degeneration!

Smoking contributes to a number of major health problems, including heart disease, stroke and cancer. But many people do not know that smoking also affects your vision. Avoiding smoking and second-han

10/15/2018

Why do your eyes look red in photographs? The "red-eye effect" occurs when a camera captures light reflecting from the retina at the back of your eye when a flash is used at night and in dim lighting. How do you prevent red eyes in photos?

Do you have vampire eyes in all your photos? How to prevent and fix red-eye.

10/11/2018

Omega-3 fatty acid supplements are a great way to combat dry eyes! The anti-inflammatory qualities can help reduce swelling in the eyes. Talk with your eye care professional if symptoms worsen!

Find out why fat is essential for your health.

10/08/2018

Follow these helpful tips from the American Optometric Association on how to wear contact lenses and make-up safely:

10/04/2018

What causes cataracts? Everything from diabetes and obesity to a previous eye injury can all lead to the development of cataracts. http://bit.ly/2z4dpxt