How do sunglasses protect my eyes?

You likely have a favorite pair of sunglasses—those that both make you look good and keep you from the damaging rays of the sun. But why exactly are sunglasses so important?

Well, you wouldn’t bask in the sun without suntan lotion to protect your skin. So, you shouldn’t leave home without your shades to protect your eyes. The truth is that while we all love a sunny day, the sun’s UVA and UVB ultraviolet rays are damaging. How? Well, to an exposed eye, which is one of the more sensitive parts of our bodies, rays hit the cornea of the eye, can cause swelling, macular degeneration and ultimately lead to cataracts—even vision loss.

The ultraviolet rays of the sun are present, even on cloudy days. Which is why a good pair of polarized sunglasses is your best line of defense. Polarization reduces glare and improve clarity. UV rays are all around us. They enter both horizontally and vertically. Polarization filters out the vertical rays, leaving only the horizontal rays coming in. It’s your best possible product for clear vision and protection whenever you leave home.

Luckily, sunglasses come in all the same styles as regular glasses, and polarized glasses come with green, gray, blue, pink or mirrored lenses.