Top 5 Benefits of Polarized Sunglasses

Using sunglasses not only will make you look great, but having prescription sunglasses can actually have wonderful health benefits, by protecting your eyes from the suns harmful rays. According to experts, the best kinds of sunglasses are those with polarized lenses. But what are the benefits for polarized sunglasses?

1. Reduces Glare

Polarized sunglasses can effectively block out the harmful light rays which would normally enter your eyes. The rays of the sun reflect light in almost every direction, so whenever a ray hits a flat surface, the reflected light will shine back at your eyes and is magnified causing glare. Glare can be a huge problem because it can cause a myriad of visual problems like distortion, change in color perception, and can even cause temporary blindness.

Regular off-the-shelf tinted sunglasses are made to reduce a small amount of light which is transmitted through the lens but does not reduce the glare caused from horizontal rays. When you wear polarized sunglasses, the lenses absorb horizontal light waves and lets vertical light waves to pass through. Since only light that travels in one direction is allowed, glare is eliminated effectively with polarized sunglasses.

2. Reduces Eyestrain

Eyestrain is another common and negative side effect of glare and harmful UV rays of the sun. Using polarized sunglasses will help to reduce eyestrain. When you squint to try to see better, you are putting stress on your eyes. Squinting creates discomfort which causes several problems including redness, irritation, headaches, and fatigue. Polarized sunglasses effectively neutralize this problem allowing your eyes to feel more relaxed and comfortable. Eyestrain can be worse in very bright conditions such as in the snow and on the lake. It is very important to wear polarized sunglasses in these conditions.

3. Provides Better Vision

When you wear polarized sunglasses, you will be able to see colors better and more clearly. The images are unlike anything you have experienced before because our eyes are more relaxed to focus even on the harshest days. This is the same reason why polarization is best when you are engaged in outdoor sports. You will be able to see clearly even during times like downhill skiing, snowboarding, boating, or any other outdoor activity.

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4. Best For Water Sports

Many fishermen, boaters, surfers, or other water sports enthusiasts’ loves polarized lenses. Polarization is a material which lets you clearly see even when there is a reflection from the water. Without wearing polarized sunglasses, the surface of the water will simply reflect everything around it to your eyes, making it difficult to see clearly. When wearing polarized sunglasses, you can cut the glare on the water giving fishermen the advantage to see into the water, and reduces the sun’s reflection on the water, which will help boaters see their surroundings much better.

5. Better Than Tinted Lens

Tinted lenses are good for reducing the amount of light that gets through your sunglasses into your eyes. Tinted lenses may work for you during an ordinary sunny day. However, they do not eliminate glare like polarized lenses do. Remember tinted lenses do not necessarily mean better protection against the harmful UV rays of the sun.  The best that you can do is to check the level of protection the lenses provide. Any pair of sunglasses that you purchase should always block 100% of UV light.

Polarized sunglasses from iCare Family Vision will protect your eyes from 100% of UV light, and reduce the harmful effects of glare. Polarized sunglasses are the best option for all types of outdoor activities. Stop into iCare Family Vision to see our selection of sunglasses and learn more about all of the polarized sunglasses options.

What Kind of Sunglasses Are Best For Golf?

Almost every professional golfer will tell you the importance of having a high quality eyeglasses while on the golf course. This is the reason why numerous eyeglasses brands have started creating sunglasses and lenses specifically made for golfing. Golf sunglasses should enhance your vision, provide comfort for all day use, and be designed to protect your eyes from the sun or any outdoor elements. After all, in spending a day on the golf course, you may face all kinds of weather conditions.

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Golf Sunglasses vs Regular Sunglasses

Golf sunglasses are specially designed for those who love to spend the whole day outdoors. Therefore, it features several differences from a regular or fashion prescription sunglasses. The best golf sunglasses should provide enough protection from the elements, unsurpassed vision quality and contrast, and improved comfort, as well as, durability than a pair of regular sunglasses. 

Golf sunglasses should come with lenses that can absorb and filter out blue light because which offers a unique color enhancement. Theses lenses there are able to enhance the golf ball’s white color against the green background.  Sunglasses with base lens colors such as Brown or Yellow are the best for golfing

Also Read: Is Blue Light Harmful to Your Eyes?

The frames of the golf sunglasses are usually made of lightweight material. In addition, it should also be as minimal as possible especially around the bottom of the lenses. This feature will enhance your vision of the ball when you are about to hit it. Thicker frames tend to interfere with your vision.

The lenses for golf sunglasses are cut differently from regular lenses.  Golf sunglasses use lenses that are designed to reduce distortion and improve visual acuity especially in the lower part of the lens to enable the wearer to focus on the ball at their feet accurately. Regular sunglasses typically offer clearer vision in the middle part of the lens, which is the suitable sunglasses for driving, biking, and many other sports. There is also greater distortion around the top and bottom parts of the lenses with regular sunglasses which you want to avoid when on the golf course

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Regular and fashion sunglasses are not always designed for an all day use. The best golfing sunglasses are made to be lightweight and durable, and usually made of acetate or titanium material. Golfers need their sunglasses to stay in place especially when they are looking down the ball before a swing. A good golf sunglasses should be designed to sit securely on your head all day long even when you move around and are swinging your golf club.  Wrap sunglasses are the best option for a lightweight frame that will stay on your face all day long.  Vuarnet Wrap Sunglasses with Ski-lynx Yellow Lenses pictured below:

What to Look For When Buying Golf Sunglasses

If you are looking for the best sunglasses in the market, there are several features to check before buying.

Eye Protection

Ideal golf sunglasses should provide 100% UV protection. Some golfers love to use polarized sunglasses, while others do not like this particular tint because it can interfere with visual depth perception. In the end, the choice between non-polarized or polarized lenses comes down to personal preferences. One of the key benefits of polarized lenses is that in reduced the reflection off of surfaces which could benefit golfing on courses that have a lot of water hazards.

Visual Quality

Most golfer understands the importance of perfect visual acuity when on the golf course especially around the greens. This is particularly important when tracking your drive down he fairway or in the unfortunate situation of hitting into the rough. Choosing the right pair of golf sunglasses can provide excellent visual contrast when looking at the white ball against the green grass or blue sky as well.

No one enjoys walking around the course struggling to find your ball or sitting on a green not being able to read the proper line.  Stop by iCare Family Vision today to find a great pair of golf sunglasses that could not only improve your golf game, but also allow you to enjoy being out in the sun even more.

Vuarnet NightLynx Lenses - Now Available

NIGHTLYNX COLLECTION
TAKE BACK THE NIGHT!

Ever have trouble seeing at night or in low light conditions? French eyewear brand Vuarnet has a little something for you with their new NIGHTLYNX lens collection.

While VUARNET lenses have been ensuring unparalleled protection from the harmful effects of sunlight for 60 years, the Company has designed its new NIGHTLYNX lenses to amplify light when levels are low or completely absent.

This equipment is primarily intended for pilots but is also sure to please night owls and those who drive at night.

NIGHTLYNX lenses are unique as they combine the benefits of mineral glass - purity, clarity and incomparable optical precision, with exceptional visual acuity at night and in low light condition.

NIGHTLYNX lenses are designed to deliver unmatched clarity and visual sharpness at night, dusk and dawn, as well as in the rain or fog.  While filtering 100% of UV rays, NIGHTLYNX lenses are protecting from harmful blue light. They also eliminate glare effects and noticeably improve contrast and distance perception. Sensation amplified by a bi-degraded silver mirror treatment and the multiplayer anti-reflective inside coating that attenuate other parasitic reflections.

Available in five styles, each with yellow lenses paired alongside matte black frames, visit iCare Family Vision to shop our Nightlynx assortment today.