{"id":10528,"date":"2020-07-07T23:31:42","date_gmt":"2020-07-08T03:31:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/?p=10528"},"modified":"2021-09-28T22:12:04","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T02:12:04","slug":"the-sun-and-your-eyes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www-ebdupgradeblog260316-qa.ebdoptical.com\/blog\/the-sun-and-your-eyes\/","title":{"rendered":"How to protect eyes from UV light"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Lenses 101: The Sun &amp; Your Eyes<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July is here, and it\u2019s time to soak up as many summer rays as you can. Which reminds us \u2014 it\u2019s also Eye Injury Protection Month!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun damage is a serious topic. And while most of us are very aware of the effects sun has on our skin, the damage it causes to our eyes often gets overlooked (no pun intended).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So before you head out, be sure to grab a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/sunglasses\">pair of shades<\/a> for extra sun protection (prescription or not!). Take a peek below to learn more about what lenses offer the best defense against damaging UV rays.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Let\u2019s Talk About Lenses<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When shopping for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakley.com\/en-us\/category\/sunglasses\">sunglasses<\/a>, frames are usually the first thing that come to mind \u2014 but what about lenses?\u00a0 Without proper eye protection, excessive sun exposure can cause an array of symptoms that have lasting effects on our sight, which is pretty serious seeing how much we rely on our eyes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms from UV damage may include blurry vision, pain or redness, light sensitivity, and in some cases,\u00a0 temporary loss of vision. But don\u2019t worry &#8212; This is where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/prescription-lens\/premium-lens-coating\">protective lenses<\/a> come into play. We\u2019ve made it super easy for you to find the best lens for your summertime lifestyle that will help prevent damage from UV exposure, AND help you to see all the fun you\u2019re having!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/prescription-lens\/premium-lens-coating\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10541 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/lens_uv_coating.jpg\" alt=\"An image showing how a uv coating on lenses works\" width=\"265\" height=\"215\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Light Adjusting Coating<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perfect for those always on the go. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/prescription-lens\/transitions\">Light adjusting technology<\/a> is an effortless option that transitions from specs to sunnies, becoming dark outdoors and clear indoors according to the amount of sunlight exposure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/prescription-lens\/transitions\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10540 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/lens_photochromic_light_adjusting.jpg\" alt=\"An image showing how transition lenses work\" width=\"265\" height=\"215\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Polarized Coating\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most, summer means more time spent outside. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/sunglasses\/polarized\">Polarized lenses<\/a> make outdoor activities even more fun by reducing annoying (and sometimes dangerous!) reflections from water and roads.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/sunglasses\/polarized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10542 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/lens_polarized.jpg\" alt=\"An image showing how polarized lenses work\" width=\"265\" height=\"215\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>UV Protective Coating<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like sunscreen, but for your lenses! This invisible coating works by deflecting UV rays from the sun before they can damage your eyes. Think of it as 24\/7 protection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Style Tip: Large sunglasses cover more of the delicate area around your eyes for maximum protection (and even more style). Oh, and don\u2019t forget to wear your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/sunglasses\">sunnies<\/a> even when it\u2019s cloudy. UV rays can still cause damage on a dreary day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"btn-article-scope\"><a class=\"btn-article-bottom\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/sunglasses\">Shop Sunglasses<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lenses 101: The Sun &amp; Your Eyes July is here, and it\u2019s time to soak up as many summer rays as you can. Which reminds us \u2014 it\u2019s also Eye Injury Protection Month!\u00a0 Sun damage is a serious topic. 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