Your eyesight and the sun
You always take care to protect your skin when you go out in the sun. However, many people neglect to protect their eyes. Sunglasses will protect your eyes from UV rays, bright light and reflections that cause discomfort to your vision. Sunglasses are a must-have ,regardless of age.
Nowadays, there exists a wide range of available lenses and frames, sunglasses (corrective or not) protect your eyes. Good to know that your eyelids and the retraction of the pupils are not enough to protect you from the sun. Sunglasses will relief the effects of the sun and give you immediate visual comfort. Sunglasses are a valuable ally in protecting you from wind, dust, pollen and insects.
Our tips to help protect your eyes from the sun:
- Avoid exposing yourself at peak hours (noon to 16:00)
- You need to be more careful when you are at the beach or mountain-climbing. Wearing sunglasses are a must!
When buying your sunglasses, ensure that they are not of poor quality (counterfeit and/or fancy) since they do not offer enough protection to your eyes.
