Tis the season to wear sunglasses! Although it sounds like the last thing you need to worry about this winter, UV (ultraviolet) rays from the sun can attack us from all sides during our winter activities, and it is important to shield not only our eyes but our skin too. When we spend hours in the snow without sunglasses, the glare reflected from the ground can increase your risk of developing eye diseases like cataracts. Additionally, not wearing sunglasses causes you to squint, resulting in premature crow’s feet!
The best protection you can give your eyes comes in the form of polarized sunglasses. These protective lenses block 100% of all UV (UVA, UVB, UVC) exposure, which are the rays invisible to the eye that can cause sunburn, wrinkling of skin, cataracts and even cancer. Polarized sunglasses reduce the glare reflected off of horizontal surfaces like snow, water, and pavement, allowing you to distinguish lines and textures clearly.
By far the best polarized sunglasses on the market I have used are Maui Jim sunglasses. Maui Jim’s are polarized sunglasses that protect your eyes from glare on all sides. No matter where you look, your eyes will not be affected by direct, reflected, or bounce-back glare. They absorb 99.9% of all reflected glare and are made with three rare earth elements that enhance the color quality the eye naturally perceives. They are stylish too! I only wear Maui Jim sunglasses whenever I participate in any outdoor activity—simply the best!
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