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Varilux® Varifocal Lenses

Discover our range of premium varifocal lenses from Varilux® 

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Invented in 1959 by Essilor®, the Varilux® lens was the first varifocal lens, and one that brings a real revolution for those with presbyopia. Since then, Essilor® have constantly pushed the boundaries of technology and gathered a robust in-depth understanding of presbyopes’ needs, to create a range of Varilux® varifocal lenses for your specific lifestyle requirements. 

Varilux® XR series - Instant sharpness, even in motion*

The Varilux® XR series is designed using artificial intelligence so you experience instant sharpness in motion* and seamless transitions from near to far.  

Eye movement is multi-directional but a standard varifocal lens is designed to support a linear eye movement, which can make it hard for eyes to focus quickly and sharply enough on all the different views that we are exposed to day-to-day. The Varilux® XR series lens responds to the way your eyes really move, giving you a more natural vision experience. 

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Benefits 

Instant sharpness
even in motion 

Natural posture
in all circumstances 

Stabilised vision
in the most demanding situations 

High visual acuity
even in low light conditions 

Panoramic field
of vision 

Cutting-edge technology 

Varilux® XR series lenses combine 3 cutting edge technologies to provide the best solution for presbyopes: 

XR-motion
optimises both lenses according to your prescription and your predicted visual behaviour, ensuring more fluid and sharp vision 

Nanoptix®
smooths distortion at the periphery of the lens to minimise the unbalancing 'swim' sensation in dynamic situations, like walking up or down stairs 

Xtend®
blends near and intermediate zones of the lens to provide clear vision at arm's length 

XR series

Sharp vision

Seamless transition from near to far

Comfortable postures

Instant sharpness even in motion

Personalised measurements

From our wearers

  • Varilux® XR series lenses give outstanding perceived performance 

  • 9/10 Wearers experienced instant sharpness at all distances** 

  • 95% of wearers adapted to the lenses from the first day** 

  • +49% volume of sharp and fluid vision vs Varilux® X series lenses*** 

Varilux® Physio® extensee lenses - providing high vision intensity in any light1

Your pupils are constantly at work, adapting to changing light in less than a second. Since everyone’s pupil response is unique, Varilux® Physio® extensee lenses are designed to match these natural variations, producing sharper vision, richer contrast, and greater detail — even in low light.

Powered by advanced AI, these progressive lenses predict how your pupils adjust throughout the day, ensuring consistently high-quality vision in any lighting condition. By working in harmony with your eyes’ natural adaptability, Varilux® Physio® extensee lenses let you capture more details and enjoy clearer vision, no matter the time of day.

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Technology

  • Pupilizer Technology – Adapts to your natural pupil size throughout the day, giving you sharper vision and enhanced contrast in any light, even in dim conditions 

  • Dual Booster Lens Surface Technology – Adds a gentle magnification boost for close-up tasks, making reading fine print and other near-vision activities easier and more comfortable

  • Synchroneyes® Lens Technology – Works with both eyes together to create a wider, more natural field of vision

Physio®

Sharp vision

Seamless transition from near to far

Comfortable postures

Instant sharpness even in motion

Personalised measurements

Did you know?

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  • 9 /10 experienced high vision intensity in any light

  • 9/10 felt confident in low light conditions2 

  • 9/10 experienced a high quality of vision at near

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Varifocal lenses 

Find out why varifocal lenses are cost-effective and convenient 

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References

*Varilux® XR series™ – in-life consumer study - Eurosyn – 2022 – France (n=73 varifocal lens wearers)​

** Essilor International – Varilux® XR seriesTM lens - in-life consumer study – Eurosyn – 2022 – France (n=73 varifocal lens wearers)

*** Internal R&D simulations – 2022 – vs Varilux® X series™ lens

1 Varilux® Physio® extensee™ – in-real-life situations, consumer study - Eurosyn, 3rd party independent agency – 2024 – France (n=79 progressive lens wearers)​

2Varilux® Physio® extensee™ – in-real-life situations, consumer study - Eurosyn, 3rd party independent agency – 2024 – France (n=79 progressive lens wearers)

3Varilux® Physio® extensee™ – in-real-life situations, consumer study - Eurosyn, 3rd party independent agency – 2024 – France (n=60 progressive lens wearers)

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