Everyone knows sunglasses are meant to block the sun on warm days with clear skies, but that’s not the only time you should wear your Revant Lenses. Make this coming winter the one to start protecting your eyes for a lifetime. It’s crucial to be looking out for your eye health and vision, especially during colder temperatures. Below, we’ll outline 3 reasons why “winterizing” your eyes with the right pair of sunglass lenses is so important.
The Sun’s Rays Are Still Strong in Wintertime
There are various parts of the eye that are directly impacted by strong UV radiation, which is why opting for consistent and reliable protection is critical. Your cornea, lens, retina, and other parts of your eye, including the skin on your eyelid, if left unprotected from UV light, could lead to the development of cataracts or macular degeneration later in life. This is also true of overcast days, as the sun still emits harmful UV rays even in cloudier conditions. So if you’re planning to spend any time outside during sunny winter days, be sure you have a pair of Revant lenses to protect your eyes. If you’re wondering why having sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection is important to your eye health, read our sunglasses protection guide to make sure your future sunglasses purchases are not only stylish but also protective.
Light Reflection and Other Weather Patterns
Snow is incredibly reflective and reflects approximately 80% of the UV rays it receives from the sun, which increases incrementally at higher elevations. If you’re skiing, snowboarding, or playing in the snow, there is two times the usual UV exposure. If you live far south, you’ll also need ample eye protection, as UV levels are higher in areas near the earth’s equator.
Various Protective Measures
Aside from protecting your eyes from bright glare and sun exposure, you may also consider harsh and cold winds and how they can contribute to dry and irritable eyes, which can lend themselves to damage down the road. It’s also important to protect your eyes on overcast days, when the sun may not seem as strong but certainly can be just as damaging if not more. A good option to combat this is wraparound polarized sunglasses. Polarized lenses absorb harsh light and counteract eye fatigue. If you’re wondering what polarized lenses are, or the differences between polarized vs non-polarized sunglasses, check out our blog to understand which option is best for your lifestyle.
Always “winterize” your eyes!
The bottom line? A winter day can be harsh on the eyes, but there's plenty you can do to set yourself up for success during all your outdoor activities to avoid eye strain and potential future eye problems. The most important thing to remember is that wearing sunglasses during winter is just as essential as during summer.
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