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Our Story

As the long-standing world leader in ophthalmic optics, the Essilor Group is committed to developing vision care solutions that help to correct and protect the individual vision needs of the 7.7 billion people in the world. To achieve this ambition, we place our mission of improving lives by improving sight at the heart of everything we do, respecting the values and principles that have shaped the Group for near 170 years.

Our mission unites our 74,000 employees across the world, drives our strategy, stimulates innovation and guides our commitments to each of our stakeholders.

Our Story

As the long-standing world leader in ophthalmic optics, the Essilor Group is committed to developing vision care solutions that help to correct and protect the individual vision needs of the 7.7 billion people in the world. To achieve this ambition, we place our mission of improving lives by improving sight at the heart of everything we do, respecting the values and principles that have shaped the Group for near 170 years.

Our mission unites our 74,000 employees across the world, drives our strategy, stimulates innovation and guides our commitments to each of our stakeholders.

Our Mission

IMPROVING LIVES BY IMPROVING SIGHT

Essilor’s mission is improving lives by improving sight. This means we work every day to protect and correct eyesight by designing, manufacturing and distributing quality vision care solutions worldwide.

But that’s not all. We invest in raising awareness of the importance of good vision, support eyecare professionals, invent new technologies and products, and support philanthropic initiatives because we believe everyone deserves to see life and all its detail with the best vision possible.

Our Lens Technology and Solutions

Adapt to changing light, keeping you comfortable and protected in all conditions. Learn More
Give you the clearest vision possible with glare, scratch, and smudge protection. Learn More
Provide sharp vision and smooth transitions at any distance. Learn More
Contain special anti-fog treatment on the lenses that repel fog so that you can enjoy clear, fog-free vision in your everyday life. Learn More
Help defend against digital eye strain so your eyes stay relaxed and comfortable. Learn More
Provide maximum protection for the best vision under the sun. Learn More

How We Help Eye Care Professionals

Essilor Experts

Essilor Experts was developed to give Eyecare Professionals an edge in the marketplace. Participating practices enjoy a suite of benefits including exclusive advertising, training, and technology which attract and engage patients, and optimize business results.
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EssilorLuxottica 360

The first joint IECP program between Essilor and Luxottica, EssilorLuxottica 360 unlocks rich frame and commercial rewards for your loyalty, in addition to your Essilor Partners benefits.
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ECPU

Learn about educational programs designed to benefit the staff at your eye care practice, browse courses designed for the different levels of skills and expertise of your eye care practice staff, and help optical staff prepare for the ABO Basic Certification Exam with convenient 24/7 web access.
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Resources From Essilor

Medical Optometry Videos

Growing an Optometry Practice as a Young OD

Optometry Medical Mission Trips

How to Be Successful with Transitions Lenses

The Perfect Lenses for Millennials

Why New Grad ODs Need to Stay Up-to-Date with Lens Technology