Polarised lenses have quickly become the buzzword among fashion conscious men and women who demand the best of both aesthetics and function from their eyewear. What was once the forte of boaters and fishermen has of late become the faithful companion of many outdoor sports and recreation enthusiasts, whether they are golfers, skiers, bikers, or joggers. But that’s not all. An increasing number of people have switched to polarised lenses for common, everyday tasks such as gardening or driving as well. Not without good reason.
From reducing reflected glare from water or other surfaces to improving the sharpness and vibrancy of colours – polarised lenses pack an array of benefits that enhance how you view, perceive (and appreciate!) things around you. So without further ado, let’s see what polarised lenses are and why they are so popular.
PURE COLORS Colors look vibrant, sharp and true.
POWERFUL ANTI-GLARE With glare from reflective surfaces reduced, you don't need to squint.
PRECISE DETAILS See all the details you normally miss.
TOTAL UV PROTECTION Polarized lenses eliminate 100% of uva/uvb rays.
Polarized Sunglasses
Polarized sunglasses have been popular for years with boaters and fishermen who need to reduce reflected glare from the water surrounding them. But now that many others who spend time outdoors have discovered the benefits of polarized lenses, interest in these types of sunglasses has soared.
Besides boaters, outdoor enthusiasts who benefit the most from polarized sunglasses include skiers, bikers, golfers and joggers since all of these activities require the elimination of glare for optimum safety and performance.
Polarized sunglasses can be helpful for driving, too, because they reduce glare-causing reflections from flat surfaces, such as the hood of the car or the road's surface.
Some light-sensitive people, including post-cataract surgery patients and those continually exposed to bright light through windows, may also choose to wear polarized sunglasses indoors.
How Do Polarized Lenses Work?
Light usually scatters in all directions; but when it's reflected from flat surfaces, it tends to become polarized — meaning it travels in a more uniform (usually horizontal) direction. This creates an annoying and sometimes dangerous intensity of reflected light that causes glare and reduces visibility.
Polarized sunglasses reduce glare reflected off of roads, bodies of water, snow, and other horizontal surfaces.
Polarized sunglasses provide superior glare protection — especially on the water.
Polarized lenses contain a special filter that blocks this type of intense reflected light, reducing glare.
Though polarized sunglasses improve comfort and visibility, you will encounter some instances when these lenses may not be advisable. One example is downhill skiing, where you don't want to block light reflecting off icy patches because this alerts skiers to hazards they are approaching.
In addition, polarized lenses may reduce the visibility of images produced by liquid crystal displays (LCDs) or light-emitting diode displays (LEDs) found on the dashboards of some cars or in other places such as the digital screens on automatic teller machines and self-service gas pumps.
With polarized lenses, you also may be unable to see your cell phone or GPS device.
Boaters and pilots also have reported similar problems when viewing LCD displays on instrument panels, which can be a crucial issue when it comes to making split-second decisions based strictly on information displayed on a panel. (Some manufacturers of these devices have changed their products to solve the problem, but many have not yet done so.)
However, for most other sports and activities, polarized sunglasses offer great advantages. And today, many polarized lenses are available in combination with other features that can enhance outdoor experiences.
Polarized bifocal sunglasses or progressive lenses are examples of options for the presbyope who also likes outdoor sports.
And polarized photochromic lenses, which change from dark outside to light inside, may be right for the light-sensitive person who frequently is in and out of the sun on any given day.
Whether you spend your time waterskiing or boating, in-line skating or mountain biking, driving or jogging, polarized sunglasses may be the right choice to help you enjoy your life outdoors.
When looking to buy new sunglasses, you want to make sure you are looking for the best glasses, not only to protect your eyes from UV rays, but also that allow you to see things the best. Even though they may cost a little more, polarized sunglasses are the way to go. You simply cannot beat polarized sunglasses when it comes to combining protection and style.
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