HOYA Vision Care has launched MiyoSmart Coating Smooth Touch Xtreme (STX) spectacle lens coating technology. This advanced hydrophobic technology is now available for use on MiyoSmart* spectacle lenses – a clinically proven solution for myopia control.1
Hoya said MiyoSmart Coating STX has been purposefully designed for children’s active lifestyles and is built to withstand daily play, meals and frequent handling that can stain spectacle lenses while supporting essential outdoor time shown to help delay the onset and slow the progression of myopia.2
The coating helps MiyoSmart spectacle lenses stay cleaner for longer – enhancing clarity and reducing the need for frequent cleaning. This enhancement provides smudge resistance and remains easy to clean even after 2.7 years of typical use.3
This advanced hydrophobic technology is now available for use on MiyoSmart* spectacle lenses – a clinically proven solution for myopia control
Additionally, the new MiyoSmart Coating STX more effectively repels water, fingerprints, dirt and grease, meeting demands of active play, sports, and hands-on learning essential for healthy development.4 Its advanced hydrophobic system helps keep spectacle lenses cleaner for longer, with water repellence that is up to five times better than the previous generation.4
“Children deserve vision solutions that support their active, everyday lives,” said Silvano Larcher, Global Head of Category Management at HOYA Vision Care, “With MiyoSmart spectacle lenses now able to endure up to 8,000 wipes for over 2.7 years, the new HOYA STX technology launched in MiyoSmart spectacle lenses ensures long-lasting cleanliness and consistently clearer vision, giving parents peace of mind whether in the classroom, on the playground, or while participating in after-school activities.”4
In early 2026, as children return to school, HOYA will promote the new coating with an ‘Open Their World’ campaign. Drawing on MiyoSmart’s extensive clinical evidence, combined with emotional storytelling, it will help eye care professionals confidently communicate the importance of eye care to families.
Visit: MiYOSMART I Myopia management lens solutions – HOYA.
References
- Lam CSY, Tang WC, Tse DY, Lee RPK, Chun RKM, Hasegawa K, Qi H, Hatanaka T, To CH. Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) spectacle lenses slow myopia progression: a 2-year randomized clinical trial. British Journal of Ophthalmology. Published Online First: 29 May 2019. doi: 10.1136/ bjophthalmol-2018-313739.
- Lam CSY, Tang WC, Zhang HY, Lee PH, Tse DYY, Qi H, Vlasak N, To CH. Long-term myopia control effect and safety in children wearing DIMS spectacle lenses for 6 years. Sci Rep. 2023 Apr 4;13(1):5475.
- Lam CS, Tang WC, Lee PH, et al. Myopia control effect of defocus incorporated multiple segments (DIMS) spectacle lens in Chinese children: results of a 3-year follow-up study. British Journal of Ophthalmology 2022;106:1110-1114.
- HOYA data on file. Product assessment report – STX MiYOSMART Green PAR – June 2025.
