How often will I need to apply nerdwax?
It really depends on two factors: 1. How much you apply each time 2. How sweaty/oily your face is during use
The feedback I’ve received from friends during testing has ranged from as often as every 2hrs to once every other day.
Personally, I get an average work day out of a single application.
During more strenuous activities like running or biking you will probably get about a 1-2 hour application time.
If I’m really working up a sweat… I find that once I notice the effect starting to wear off, gently wiping the perspiration from the applied area with my finger helps to get more life out of that single application.
Some of my first tubes we’re extremely tacky and lasted for longer periods of time, but they were also extremely messy and made nerdwax very sticky and uncomfortable during normal wear… It’s taken me awhile to get the formula in that sweet-spot where it is both functional and comfortable.
Last updated: April 08, 2014 11:11
How long will a single tube last?
Once again, it really just depends on how much and often you apply nerdwax to your glasses.
I have yet to hit the end of a tube… I usually end up giving them away before that happens but I can guess from the amount of nerdwax in the tube vs. the amount one would use for a normal application that you would get about 6-8mo out of a single tube.
As far as expiry, I still have some of the very first tubes I made, and although not as great as a fresh tube, they still work. The bees-wax tends to start drying out after a couple years.
Your feedback after the campaign, will be crucial in helping us better answer this question!
Last updated: April 06, 2014 14:59
Will nerdwax work for glasses that are too big for my face?
Nerdwax works by creating a layer of friction between your face and glasses.
So with that said… it will help, however I want to stress that nerdwax is not a substitute for poorly fitted glasses.
Having my glasses adjusted is something that I do about once or twice a year, but even then my glasses still tend to slide.
If the arms of your glasses are too loose they will slide no matter what you put on them, too tight and they are extremely uncomfortable… Get your glasses fitted so they are just right and then let nerdwax help you “keep them in place”!
Last updated: April 06, 2014 15:04
Will nerdwax leave a residue or stain my glasses?
As nerdwax naturally breaks down, it does leave a slight residue that can either be wiped off with your finger, a cloth or washed away using the recommended procedure of your particular eyewear manufacturer.
You will want to avoid cleaning your lenses with the same part of the cloth that you are using to wipe off any existing residue.
If you happen to get nerdwax on your lenses, don’t worry, washing them with a little soap & warm water should do the trick!
Pro Tip: Most Opticians recommend not using any product containing ammonia, bleach, or vinegar to clean your lenses as these are known to strip away the coatings on your lenses.
Thus far into our testing we haven’t had any reports of nerdwax staining or damaging glasses… I have done a lot of research and have avoided using any ingredients that are known to degrade the coatings commonly used on plastic and metal frames. With that said this will be our first major run of nerdwax and you will be using it at your own risk and we are not liable for any damage to any eyewear.
Last updated: April 06, 2014 15:04
How often will I need to apply nerdwax?
It really depends on two factors: 1. How much you apply each time 2. How sweaty/oily your face is during use The feedback I’ve received from friends during testing has ranged from as often as every 2hrs to once every other day. Personally, I get an average work day out of a single application. During more strenuous activities like running or biking you will probably get about a 1-2 hour application time. If I’m really working up a sweat⦠I find that once I notice the effect starting to wear off, gently wiping the perspiration from the applied area with my finger helps to get more life out of that single application. Some of my first tubes we’re extremely tacky and lasted for longer periods of time, but they were also extremely messy and made nerdwax very sticky and uncomfortable during normal wear⦠It’s taken me awhile to get the formula in that sweet-spot where it is both functional and comfortable. Last updated: Tue, Apr 8 2014 2:11 pm EDT
How long will a single tube last?
Once again, it really just depends on how much and often you apply nerdwax to your glasses. I have yet to hit the end of a tube⦠I usually end up giving them away before that happens but I can guess from the amount of nerdwax in the tube vs. the amount one would use for a normal application that you would get about 6-8mo out of a single tube. As far as expiry, I still have some of the very first tubes I made, and although not as great as a fresh tube, they still work. The bees-wax tends to start drying out after a couple years. Your feedback after the campaign, will be crucial in helping us better answer this question! Last updated: Sun, Apr 6 2014 5:59 pm EDT
Will nerdwax work for glasses that are too big for my face?
Nerdwax works by creating a layer of friction between your face and glasses. So with that said⦠it will help, however I want to stress that nerdwax is not a substitute for poorly fitted glasses. Having my glasses adjusted is something that I do about once or twice a year, but even then my glasses still tend to slide. If the arms of your glasses are too loose they will slide no matter what you put on them, too tight and they are extremely uncomfortable⦠Get your glasses fitted so they are just right and then let nerdwax help you “keep them in place”! Last updated: Sun, Apr 6 2014 6:04 pm EDT
Will nerdwax leave a residue or stain my glasses?
As nerdwax naturally breaks down, it does leave a slight residue that can either be wiped off with your finger, a cloth or washed away using the recommended procedure of your particular eyewear manufacturer. You will want to avoid cleaning your lenses with the same part of the cloth that you are using to wipe off any existing residue. If you happen to get nerdwax on your lenses, don’t worry, washing them with a little soap & warm water should do the trick! Pro Tip: Most Opticians recommend not using any product containing ammonia, bleach, or vinegar to clean your lenses as these are known to strip away the coatings on your lenses. Thus far into our testing we haven’t had any reports of nerdwax staining or damaging glasses⦠I have done a lot of research and have avoided using any ingredients that are known to degrade the coatings commonly used on plastic and metal frames. With that said this will be our first major run of nerdwax and you will be using it at your own risk and we are not liable for any damage to any eyewear. Last updated: Sun, Apr 6 2014 6:04 pm EDT
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