How To Choose Sunglasses
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Owning a pair of classy sunglasses is not merely a style statement but also gives you long lasting protection against the harmful ultra violet rays of the sun. With a wide range of designer brands, shapes and sizes, most men are befuddled and confused in their choice of sunglasses.
Before you delve into the style and price of the sunglasses, make sure you know what you are buying and the essential things you need to look out for in sunglasses.
How To Choose Sunglasses
UV Protection
Your sunglasses must give UV protection. The FDA states that good sunglasses offer 100 % protection against the harmful UVA and UVB rays of the sun. This is by far the most important criteria for choosing sunglasses.
The Material
Choose a material in sunglasses, which suits you and is lightweight and comfortable. There are three basic materials that sun glasses come in – glass, polycarbonate and CR-39, which is a lightweight plastic, used in prescription lenses.
The Lens Tint
The lens tint is the colour of the lens. They vary, coming in shades of brown, green, pink, blue, black and grey. All tints have their respective benefits. Grey tints give protection against brightness but do not distort colour.
Brown tints are great at reducing glare but can make features on the road a little hazy and are not remarkably good at distorting colour. Similarly, sportspeople like swimmers benefit from rose tinted sunglasses, which are not very harsh on the eyes.
Make it a point to always go in for sunglasses that have some degree of lens scratch resistance, as it promotes longevity of the lens and protects it from damage. People with eyesight problems should go in for sunglasses, which completely wrap around your temples. These give maximum protection to the eyes.
Finding a pair that fits well
First and foremost, always take someone with you whose opinion you trust when you are buying a pair of sunglasses. Always pick a pair that fits and sits well on the nose and ears. The eyelashes should never rub or scratch against the lens. The weight of the sunglasses should always sit evenly on both sides of your temples.
The styles to Consider
There are several styles in sunglasses, which are worth considering before you select a perfect pair. Aviators for instance are the typical teardrop shaped sunglasses, which are still popularly worn by pilots, and military personnel. Socialites and celebrities wear bumblebee or oversized shades for their snob value and glamour quotient.
Wraparounds are popular amongst sportspeople for their comfort and flexibility. Mirror shades have a mirrored coating on the surface and have been worn by police officers. With an assortment of styles, you can pick out a sunglass that best suits your budget, style and personality.
Always buy quality, branded sunglasses. They are definitely more expensive but will give you good sun protection and are more comfortable than the cheaper versions. Never buy sunglasses if you doubt their comfort. The sunglasses should not pinch or seem inordinately heavy otherwise, you will not enjoy wearing them and will only strain your eyes.
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