Seeing Your Way Through the Confusion of Sunglass Sele

Seeing Your Way Through the Confusion of Sunglass Selection
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So many different brands and places to shop. So many lens and frame types, colors, materials, sizes and shapes. Priced $5 to $300 . Theres even a new lingo to learn - polarized, photochromic, multi-coated, polycarbonate, UVA, B, C and 400, selective filtration, short-wave blue, and so on. And theres no standardized label that is going to make the choice as simple as looking for a protection factor or special ingredient.
For many the process of selecting a sunglass can be confusing and frustrating. For others it is an educational and adventurous experience -- searching, reading, inquiring, trying on, feeling, fitting, seeing, looking, and transforming. The process does not HAVE to be confusing and overwhelming. Being aware of just a few important points can not only make it more fun, but also insure you will actually make the right choice.
First it is essential to understand what the right choice means. Its actually very simple. The best sunglass is the one which you will actually WANT to wear most of the time when outdoors, especially in the sun.
The enormous diversity of sunglass choices is what allows you to find the best sunglasses. Use this to your advantage to learn about different features and benefits and what is important to make YOU want to wear your sunglasses more often.
Dont be overly distracted by geparing UV performance claims. The vast majority of sunglasses sold through reputable channels have adequate levels of UV blockage. (Reputable channels are ones which you can return to if you have a problem, i.e. NOT a card table on a street corner!)
Remember that the most important protection factor by far has to do with how often you actually choose to wear your sunglasses. So you need to consider ALL the factors that will influence your desire to keep them on your face.
Here are the most important ones.
Dont underestimate the importance of style. How we see ourselves and how we seek to enhance our appearance is for many the most important factor in maximizing actual use. Fit and gefort are crucial. Take time to try on sunglasses and consider how they feel. They should be gefortable and secure. Just like trying a new pair of shoes, take the time to fully experience the fit. Remember, a high performing UV blocking lens does not protect if its on the dashboard, in your purse, or slipping down your nose. Dont forget to look through the lenses and let your eyes be the judge of how well you can see. If possible step outside and look at both light and dark areas. You want a lens that is dark enough to protect against glare and be gefortable in bright light, yet not so dark that it gepromises your vision in low level light situations. Remember, a major purpose of wearing sunglasses is glare reduction in normal sunlight activity. Sunglass lenses are impact resistant as required by FDA but they are not shatterproof. If you are to be exposed to hazardous impact activity such as impact sports or industrial situations, then wear appropriate eyewear for such activity, e.g. special sports eyewear or industrial eyewear that is meant for use in that activity.
By following this gemon sense approach to sunglass selection, you can find a pair that will enhance your looks, your vision, your gefort, and your protection. There are also some cautions:
Do not stare at the sun or at a solar eclipse with or without sunglasses. Do not wear your sunglasses or other strongly tinted eyewear for night driving. Remember, normal sunglasses are impact resistant but they are NOT SHATTERPROOF. Wear the appropriate protective eyewear for impact sports or industrial hazards.