If you’ve ever owned magnetic clip-on sunglasses, you probably already know how easy it is to lose them, scratch them, or just forget where you left them last. One minute they’re clipped on perfectly, the next they’re tossed in your bag without a second thought (we’ve all done it). But these little add-ons are actually pretty useful, and let’s be honest—they’re not super cheap. So it only makes sense to treat them right.

Whether you’ve just bought your first pair or you’re tired of scratching up your fifth, this blog’s got a few easy tips to help you keep them in good shape. No complicated advice—just stuff that works.

Have a Dedicated Case (and Actually Use It)

First things first—get a case. Like, a decent one. It doesn’t have to be fancy or bulky, but a small hard-shell case goes a long way in keeping your magnetic clip-ons scratch-free. Tossing them in your bag or car console might be quick, but it’s also a fast way to mess them up. Keep the case somewhere you always go—like your desk drawer or backpack—and make it a habit to use it.

This is especially helpful if you’ve got glasses with magnetic clip on sunglasses. The magnetic clips are usually delicate and can attract dust or metal shavings if not stored properly. Keeping them in a clean case prevents all that.

Don’t Stack Them on Top of Other Stuff

Ever placed your clip-ons on a pile of books, your laptop, or whatever else is lying around, thinking “I’ll just leave them here for a sec”? And then ten minutes later, they’re buried or worse—scratched. It happens a lot more than we’d like to admit.

Try to give them a spot of their own—like a tray on your nightstand or a small corner of your desk. Having a go-to “safe zone” where you drop them every time makes it way easier to keep track of them.

Especially if you wear eyeglasses with magnetic clip on sunglasses, you don’t want to be replacing the magnetic part every few weeks because they keep getting squashed.

Clean Them (But Gently, Please)

Here’s the thing—cleaning your clip-ons with the corner of your shirt or whatever cloth you have nearby? Not the best move. Those little particles on your clothes can actually scratch the surface over time. Instead, grab a microfiber cloth and some lens cleaner (or even just water). It takes two seconds and helps them last way longer.

Also, give the magnets a quick wipe too—especially if you notice they’re not clipping on as smoothly. Dirt and oils can mess with the connection.

Watch Where You Leave Them in the Car

Leaving your clip-ons sitting on your dashboard might seem convenient, but it’s actually a terrible spot. Heat, sunlight, and dust do them no favors. You could end up warping the lenses or weakening the magnets over time.

And if you’ve got light adjustable lens clip-ons, that constant sunlight exposure could mess with how they work. These lenses are built to react to UV light, so leaving them out in direct sunlight can mess with their effectiveness or make them fade unevenly. Better to store them in your glove box—or better yet—in that case we talked about earlier.

Avoid Using Your Clip-Ons as Regular Sunglasses

This one’s easy to forget. If you’re just running a quick errand, you might pop off your regular frames and use your magnetic clip-ons like standalone sunglasses. But they’re not built for that. They don’t offer the same support and are way more fragile.

Even a slight drop can leave scratches or make the magnets less secure. Just snap them back onto your glasses—they’ll stay safe that way and do the job they’re meant to do.

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