What are Polarized lenses?
Polarized lenses are specialized lenses designed to reduce glare from reflective surfaces such as water, snow, glass, and roads. Here’s how they work and why you might consider them:
- How They Work:
- Polarized lenses contain a special filter that blocks horizontally reflected light, which is the primary cause of glare. This filter only allows vertically oriented light to pass through, significantly reducing glare and improving visual clarity.
- Benefits of Polarized Lenses:
- Reduced Glare: Polarized lenses are highly effective at minimizing glare from bright reflections, making them ideal for outdoor activities such as driving, boating, fishing, skiing, and hiking.
- Enhanced Visual Comfort: By reducing glare, polarized lenses help reduce eye strain and discomfort, providing a more comfortable visual experience in bright conditions.
- Improved Contrast and Clarity: Polarized lenses enhance contrast and clarity, allowing you to see colors more vividly and details more clearly, even in bright sunlight.
- UV Protection: In addition to reducing glare, most polarized lenses also provide 100% UV protection, safeguarding your eyes from harmful UV rays.
- Best For:
- Outdoor Activities: Polarized lenses are particularly beneficial for outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, and anyone who spends a lot of time in bright, reflective environments.
- Driving: Polarized lenses can reduce glare from the road and other vehicles, making driving safer and more comfortable, especially in sunny conditions.
- Considerations:
- Not Ideal for All Situations: While polarized lenses are excellent for reducing glare, they may not be suitable for certain activities, such as skiing (where glare from ice is necessary to see terrain changes) or viewing LCD screens, as the polarization can distort the display.
- No Tint Change: Unlike photochromic lenses, polarized lenses maintain a constant tint and do not adjust to changing light conditions.
If you’re looking for eyewear that reduces glare and enhances visual clarity, polarized lenses are an excellent choice. If you have any questions or need help selecting the right polarized lenses for your needs, feel free to contact our customer service team!
