Parafina
Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking
The Volga round reading glasses by Parafina are blue light blocking eyewear with a round full-rim frame made of lightweight recycled HDPE plastic and polycarbonate lenses. They are designed for reading and reducing eye fatigue from screens, with measurements of 47 mm eye width, 36 mm bridge, and 146 mm temple. Each purchase supports the Parafina Social Project funding children's education in Paraguay; reviewers rate the frame 4.2/5 for its lightweight feel and durable construction.
- Material
- 100% recycled plastic frame, polycarbonate lenses
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, retro
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Specifications
Round reading glasses with blue light blocking polycarbonate lenses, made from recycled plastic, from the Parafina collection.
Blue light blocking, recycled plastic frame, polycarbonate lenses, eco-friendly packaging with plantable pencil, social project donation.
- Material
- 100% recycled plastic frame, polycarbonate lenses
- Secondary
- polycarbonate
- Style
- classic, retro
- Occasion
- everyday, work
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Blue light blocking lenses reduce eye fatigue
- Parafina collection from Spain
- Eco-responsible design from a company committed to sustainability
- Ultra-light frame made of 100% recycled plastic
- Strong polycarbonate lenses
- 5% of each sale donated to Parafina Social Project funding children's education in Paraguay
- Includes rigid recycled plastic case, soft case, cleaning cloth, and designer pen
- Eco-friendly pencil with seeds that can be planted to grow a tree
- Round frame shape
- Eye width 47 mm, bridge 36 mm, temple 146 mm
- Designer frame for blue light protection
Product Insights
Parafina's Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking blend a classic round design with blue light filtration and precise reading magnification, backed by B Corp certification and a scholarship program, yet trade off durability (hinges snap within weeks), visual clarity (yellow tint, lack of anti-reflective coating causing reflections), and color accuracy (frames arrive darker than images), best suited for small faces.
Verified claims
- Flex hinge
- Some buyers report the frames break within about a month of use; a flex hinge is described as relieving side pressure, though the hinge type is not listed in the product specifications.
- Glare
- Lenses lack anti-reflective coating, causing screen reflections.
- Fit
- The 47 mm lenses suit small-to-narrow faces, but the 36 mm bridge pushes total frame width to 130 mm; some buyers say it fits small faces only.
- Durability
- Several buyers report the frames break within about a month of use.
- Scholarship program
- Since 2014, 485 scholarships include tuition, meals, and therapy.
- Cause packaging
- Glasses case matches child's pencil case; seed pencil grows a tree.
- B Corp certification
- B Corp since 2019; Best For The World 2022.
- Design & mission
- Buyers describe the classic round design as stylish and high quality, and the brand’s B Corp status verifies its community impact.
- Lenses
- Polycarbonate lenses accurately filter 400-460nm blue light and match prescribed diopters.
- Frame proportions
- 47 mm round lenses and a 36 mm bridge create a balanced vintage silhouette.
- Perceived value
- Several buyers rate the classic round design as high quality and good value for the price.
- Color accuracy
- Frame colors appear darker than product photos.
- Magnification
- Diopter values are exactly +1.00, +2.00, +2.50 for precise reading correction that alleviates presbyopia.
- Blue light filtration
- Lenses filter high-energy blue light in the 400–460 nm range from screens.
- Visual drawbacks
- Yellow tint and lack of anti-reflective coating cause color shift and screen reflections.
- Color perception
- The yellow tint is noticeable and some buyers find it disconcerting indoors.
- Style
- Several buyers call the classic round design stylish and say it fits small faces well.
- Magnification strengths
- The Volga is offered in standard reading magnifications from +1.00 to +2.50 diopters, with 2.0 corresponding to +2.00.
- Lightweight
- Buyers describe the Volga as lightweight, and the recycled HDPE frame is described as achieving an ultra-light feel.
Product record
- Title
- Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking
- Brand
- Parafina
- Price
- 45 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.2 stars, 33 reviews, scale 5
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 4 sourcesUses
Wearing at the computer to ease screen-related eye fatigue
These round reading glasses are designed to filter blue light from screens and reduce eye fatigue, so you can wear them during computer work in a typical office. Customer reviews describe the filter as easing eye fatigue, but note the lenses have a yellow tint that can cause screen glare and may be distracting unless you lower ambient light — a consideration if you need color accuracy or work in a well-lit room.[2]
A flattering everyday pair for small faces
Shoppers with petite faces describe these round readers as a stylish accessory, noting that the classic shape and rich colors earn compliments. The narrow frame (47 mm eye width, 36 mm bridge) is made for small features, though people with medium or wide faces may find them too tight. A flex hinge is included for added comfort.[1,2]
A poor fit for design and photo editing, per reviewers
Shoppers doing color-critical creative work like design or photo editing report that the lenses' warm cast skews whites and makes accurate color judgment impossible. The yellow tint is also noted to create glare on screens, making the glasses not ideal for anyone who needs color accuracy or works in well-lit rooms.[2]
Keep the case handy for on-the-go reading
Some buyers carry these reading glasses in a handbag for everyday use, but reviewers report the hinges can be fragile and may snap within weeks of light handling. Aggregated reviews suggest the included case is essential for carrying them, and that gentle handling helps the frames hold up.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking: Choose this if you have a small or petite face and want ultra-light reading glasses with a round, classic look that filter blue light during screen work—reviewers report the filter eases eye fatigue and the shape earns compliments. Be aware the lenses carry a yellow tint and screen glare that can skew colors warm, so they are not ideal for color-critical work or well-lit rooms. The narrow fit may pinch medium or wide faces, and reviewers report fragile hinges, so treat them delicately and keep the included recycled-plastic case on hand.[1,2] | Sena Rectangular Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking: Choose this if you want lightweight reading glasses for long screen sessions or close-up reading: the ultra-light recycled HDPE frame, anti-reflective lenses, and blue light filter (which blocks up to 30% of blue light) are reported by reviewers to ease screen fatigue and headaches, with size options from 1.0 to 2.5 in colors like black, beige, and patterned blue. The rectangular frames run narrow, so they suit small-to-medium faces best, and buyers with wider heads have reported them uncomfortably tight. Note the blue light filter gives the lenses a visible amber tint, and some reviewers have found the light frame less durable, so handle with care and store in the included rigid case.[3,4] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing round eyeglass frame with full-rim matte dark frame, clear lenses, and visible blue temple tips; centered on a white background and photographed straight-on.
- Overall silhouetteFull-rim round eyeglass frame with a low flat bridge and slightly flattened topline at each temple; lenses are circular and symmetrically placed.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.32 · w 0.84 · h 0.36 (high) - Frame material and finishOpaque dark frame material with a matte finish visible on the front face and rim edges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.32 · w 0.84 · h 0.18 (high) - Bridge shapeLow, narrow rectangular saddle-style bridge connecting the two circular rims.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.44 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high) - LensesClear/transparent lenses with a faint cool-blue reflection near the inner and lower areas; no visible tint or printed markings on lens surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.34 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.34 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Temple arms (visible portions)Inner portions of the temple arms visible through the lenses, extending diagonally toward the rear; ends (temple tips) are rounded and colored blue.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Temple tip detailRounded, solid-color temple tips with a smooth finish and a slightly glossy appearance.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.44 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Nose padsNo separate nose pads visible; bridge is continuous with the frame front.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.44 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a clean white background with soft shadow beneath the frame; image is front-on and well centered.
- Background and stagingPlain white background with soft, diffuse lighting and a subtle oval shadow under the frame indicating a low-angle light source.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionFrame centered horizontally and placed in the lower half of the image with ample white space above; image appears straight-on with minimal perspective distortion.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Image quality notesSharp focus on frame front and temple tips; minimal glare on lenses; no visible text or labels in the scene.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.32 · w 0.84 · h 0.36 (high)
Colors
matte dark gray· frame front and rims#323434very pale blue (lens reflection)· lensesbright sky blue· temple tips#658CAC- Overall silhouetteFull-rim round eyeglass frame with a low flat bridge and slightly flattened topline at each temple; lenses are circular and symmetrically placed.
- 02
Product
Pair of round eyeglasses with thin matte black plastic frame, clear lenses with a subtle blue reflection, and straight temples that end in a circular hole at each tip. Right temple shows a white printed brand name.
- Frame shapeRound full-rim frame surrounding both lenses, with a narrow consistent rim thickness and a short integrated bridge between lenses.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.46 · w 0.56 · h 0.34 (high) - Frame material and finishMatte black plastic appearance across rims and temples with a smooth, non-reflective finish.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.46 · w 0.78 · h 0.35 (high) - LensesClear plano-style lenses showing a faint blue reflective tint along inner edges, with visible lens reflections and subtle edge highlight.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - TemplesThin straight temples that extend rearward with a gently curved profile; each temple ends in a circular hole at the tip.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.42 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high) - Temple tip detailCircular cutout or loop at the end of each temple tip, visible on the right-side tip as a round hole and on the left-side tip as a smaller round silhouette.
2 regions
x 0.86 · y 0.56 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium) - Brand text on temple“PARAFINA printed in uppercase white on the outside of the right temple near the hinge area.”
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high) - Inner temple embossEmbossed or raised text on the inner side of the left temple near the hinge, legibility low at this view.Partial
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product photo on a white background with soft directional lighting from above-left producing a faint shadow beneath and to the right of the glasses; image is centered and slightly angled to show three-quarter front and temple detail.
- Background and stagingClean white background with no visible props or packaging, product placed on a flat surface casting a soft shadow.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front/side angle showing both lenses and the right temple extending toward the viewer's right, with the left temple visible behind.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow beneath and slightly right of the glasses consistent with a single soft light source above-left.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.64 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
matte black· frame and temples#232524very pale blue tint· lenseswhite· brand text#D3D3D3- Frame shapeRound full-rim frame surrounding both lenses, with a narrow consistent rim thickness and a short integrated bridge between lenses.
- 03
Product
A pair of round eyeglasses with matte black frames and pale yellow-tinted lenses, shown folded with temples crossed behind the lenses.
- Frame shapeRound full-rim frame with a keyhole bridge and continuous circular rims.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.08 · w 0.58 · h 0.38 (high) - Frame finishMatte black finish on the frame and temples.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.15 · w 0.38 · h 0.28 (high) - LensesRound lenses with a subtle pale yellow tint consistent with blue-light filtering.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - TemplesTemples are folded across each other behind the lenses and appear to be the same matte black material as the frame.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (medium) - End piece detailLeft temple end has a rounded loop or small circular hole at the tip.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (medium)
Other
Studio-style lifestyle shot on a white background with a wooden pencil prop placed diagonally; soft shadowing appears below objects.
- PropA natural wood pencil placed diagonally from lower left toward center overlapping the glasses.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.55 · w 0.90 · h 0.25 (high) - Pencil text“Plant me”
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven studio lighting from above-left producing soft, defined shadows beneath the glasses and pencil.
- BackgroundSmooth white background with minimal texture.
Colors
matte black· frame#0C0E12pale yellow· lensesnatural wood· pencil bodyPackaging#E3D6C2gloss black· pencil cap and printed textPackaging- Frame shapeRound full-rim frame with a keyhole bridge and continuous circular rims.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Parafina
Volga Lectura Carey
Variants
13 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3345005 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Black - 1.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3345007 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Black - 2.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3345008 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Black - 2.5 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3791011 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Chocolate/espresso - 1.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3791012 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Chocolate/espresso - 1.5 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3791013 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Chocolate/espresso - 2.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3791014 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Chocolate/espresso - 2.5 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3266359 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Hazelnut - 1.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3266361 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Hazelnut - 2.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3553661 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Patterned Blue - 1.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3553662 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Patterned Blue - 1.5 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3553663 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Patterned Blue - 2.0 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3553664 | Volga Round Reading Glasses Blue Light Blocking - Patterned Blue - 2.5 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
33 total33 reviews · out of 5
Assez large pour un petit
Assez large pour un petit visage seulement. Excellent rapport qualité prix. Les lentilles n'ont pas de anti-reflets mais, c'était su et cela n'empêche pas l'usage prévue qui est de couper la lumière bleue des écrans. La lentille (comme toute lentille de se genre) a une teinte jaunâtre. On s'en sauve pas quand ça vient à couper la lumière bleue.
High quality, most attractive.
High quality, most attractive.
Parfaite
La couleur est magnifique le modèle classique et intemporel. Pour la vision +1 parfait pour moi avec mes verres de contact pour vison de prêt!!! Je recommande!!
Belle et solide
Belle et solide
Je les Adore!
C’est ma 2e paire de lunette pour l’ordinateur (lumière bleue) je ne m’en passerais plus!
Excellent produit, conforme à mes
Excellent produit, conforme à mes attentes.
Didn't expect glasses to be
Didn't expect glasses to be tinted. Disconcerting indoors
Very pleased with these glasses,
Very pleased with these glasses, both for looks and quality.
Bien
Bien
Casse facilement
Je me suis procuré une paire qui a cassé rapidement. J'en ai commandé 2 autres paires qui ont cassées l'une après l'autre, après une mois d'usage.
Le modèle et la durabilité.
Le modèle et la durabilité.
perfect shape for my small
perfect shape for my small face!
Casse très facilement
Ces lunettes coupent très bien la lumière bleue, cependant elles se cassent trop facilement. J'en ai acheté 3 paires et aucune n'a duré plus d'un mois. Qu'y a-t-il d'«eco-friendly», comme le prétend la pub, à acheter des lunettes qui ne durent pas? Pas très éco-nomique non plus, à la longue.
Unique
Unique
Parfait
Parfait
bon produit mais ne m'allait
bon produit mais ne m'allait pas
Confortables
Confortables
Très belles
Très belles
La couleur n'est pas belle.
La couleur n'est pas belle.
Conforme à mes attentes
Conforme à mes attentes
Jolies lunettes mais verres déformants
Le design est joli mais les verres ne sont pas de bonne qualité avec des déformations qui rendent la vision moins nette sur les bords
Magnifiques Parafina
Belle qualité , belles couleurs, solides mais souples.
Parfait à ma vision 1.5
C'était mon 2e achat de la même
Lunettes de lectures écologiques
Légères !
bad glare
Bought medium brown thinking they would be clear around lens but are more yellow in colour. Had them for a month now and the glare is awful, I can see the reflection of my eyes when using with the computer.
Excellent quality
Excellent quality
Quelle belle initiative, ces lunettes
Quelle belle initiative, ces lunettes écolo! Elles sont parfaites pour mon visage et sont bien ajustées au niveau des oreilles.
Parfait!!
Parfait!!
J’adore cette lunette légère et
J’adore cette lunette légère et stylée
Couleur différente à l’annonce. Beaucoup
Couleur différente à l’annonce. Beaucoup plus foncée.
Great style and quality
Very flattering readers. Comfortable and well made. Love the pencil case comes with it
Reading Glass
Best Service
Belles lunettes mais la solidité/qualité
Belles lunettes mais la solidité/qualité de la monture est moyenne