Fashion, health, and comfort: these are the three ingredients that make sunglasses one of the world’s most bought accessories.
However, if you want to buy a pair of sunglasses, you may have difficulty making the best choice. Besides, the myths you have heard or read over time may make it even more difficult for you to decide.
Here are the five myths about sunglasses and what is the truth:
1.Sunglasses with 100% protection from ultraviolet rays are expensive
There are also very cheap sunglasses on the market that offer protection against ultraviolet (UV) rays. However, the sellers of “bazaar” sunglasses might fool you. If you have doubts about the quality of the product and its technical specifications, we advise you to consult an optometrist or order online sunglasses from any official website.
2.Darker lenses protect you better than light lenses.
The color and intensity of the lens have nothing to do with the degree of protection from UV rays. For example, everyday lenses with 100% eye protection are much healthier for your eyes than dark-colored lenses that do not provide a high degree of protection from UV rays.
3.Polarized and anti-glare lenses are all you need to protect your eyes from UV rays.
While polarized and anti-glare lenses give you a clearer image and a much more comfortable visual experience while driving or playing a sport, they do not protect your eyes from UV rays. However, most pairs of sunglasses with polarized and anti-glare lenses also protect your eyes from UV rays, but this is specified on the product label. If in doubt, check with an optometrist.
4.Children do not need sunglasses.
“While 73% of adults do wear sunglasses, only 58% of them make their children wear sunglasses” states WebMD. Children spend more time outside than adults and need as many sunglasses to protect their eyes from UV rays. Besides, their eyes are more sensitive than those of adults.
5.You don’t need sunglasses on a cloudy day.
UV rays are as intense on a cloudy day as on a sunny day. Therefore, the longer you wear sunglasses, the better for your eyes.
6.The darker a lens, the more it protects.
It’s not absolutely true! It is not the color or intensity of the lens that makes the difference, but rather the quality of the lens itself, for example, if the lens is polarized, or photochromic.
7.Sunglasses are the only way to protect your eyes.
You can apply sunscreen to the eyelids and the skin around the eyes. So you will protect yourself to some extent from the penetration of harmful rays. Do not forget that you can still wear a wide-brimmed hat on hot summer days, which is another suitable sun protection solution.
8.To 100% protect your eyes from the sun, you need to buy glasses with a polarizing filter.
No, a polarized filter protects the eyes from the dazzling sun glare that occurs when the sun reflects off the surface of the water, wet asphalt, snow, and more. Therefore, the anti-reflective (polarized) coating has nothing to do with UV protection.