Introducing Varilux® Physio® extensee™ – A New Era in Progressive Lens Innovation

Essilor continues to lead the way in progressive lens design with the launch of Varilux Physio extensee™, the latest innovation in the successful Physio family. This new lens features groundbreaking Pupilizer™ technology, designed to enhance visual sharpness and contrast by accounting for how pupil size naturally varies with lighting conditions.

Why It Matters:

Our eyes rely on contrast and sharpness for clear vision—both of which are significantly influenced by pupil size. However, traditional progressive lenses are often based on a fixed pupil size assumption, ignoring the fact that pupil size changes with age, lighting, object distance, and object brightness. This leads to an increase in high-order aberrations (HOA), especially in low-light conditions, which negatively impact visual clarity and comfort.

Key Innovations:

• Pupilizer™ Lens Technology: Adapts to real-time pupil size changes to deliver consistently sharp vision.

• Dynamic Pupil Modeling: Developed using a comprehensive AI-driven model based on the four key factors influencing pupil size:

  • Age

  • Object distance

  • Object luminance

  • Size of the luminous object

• Enhanced Contrast Sensitivity: By reducing HOAs and tailoring lens optics to dynamic pupil profiles, wearers enjoy improved contrast and reduced visual fatigue.

Real-World Impact:

• Addresses common complaints from progressive lens users regarding poor vision in low light and difficulty reading fine print.

• Meets the needs of the 39% of wearers seeking better vision comfort in all lighting conditions.

• Provides better performance throughout the day across a variety of tasks and environments