The Need for Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a common fashion accessory. They come in a wide variety of sizes, colors, and styles to suit all looks. They can be prescription lenses, or not, or your prescription eyeglasses can be transitions and change when you step into the light. Sunglasses are more than just a fashion statement; they’re essential protection. Despite the options we have that make wearing them more convenient, too often we go out without our sunglasses and it’s bad for our eyes.

Good eyesight does not last a lifetime for most people. To extend the life of our eyes we must take precautions. The sun can injure eyes in many ways. It can merely irritate, or it can cause cataracts—a cloudy film over the lens. It can also make certain conditions worse, like glaucoma and macular degeneration, both of which can lead to blindness. This is why doctors insist upon sun protection after any procedure. Even if you can see without them, your eyes become extra sensitive to the sun.

Sunlight may brighten things, but that does not mean you’ll see well. When the sun is so bright, it is difficult for eyes to adjust. Sunglasses offer just enough shade so that your eyes can relax and focus better, and so that you can see.

Cancer is a risk, too. The eyelids are sensitive, and though the lids are hidden when the eyes are open, they can develop skin cancer. Sunglasses prevent this better than sunscreen.

Of course, sunglasses protect from the elements, too. Wind, rain, and snow can get in the eye and irritate. Debris like dust can not only irritate, it can scratch the eyes, which can lead to much more serious problems, such as infection.

We have a wide selection to make it easy for you to find what you want, and always have something to protect your eyes from the sun.