Polarized Lenses
How
do they work?
Light is usually scattered, bouncing off each surface it hits. When it
strikes a highly reflective surface such as water or snow, the light is concentrated
in one direction (much like a mirror reflecting light). This results in
glare which produces eye strain and reduces visual acuity. Polarized lenses
block the glare from horizontal surfaces and therefore reduce eye fatigue.
How
will they benefit me?
Polarized lenses reduce a major cause of eye strain and fatigue therefore,
they raise the comfort level significantly. They also reduce eye squints
which lead to wrinkles around the eyes.
Polarized lenses also protect your eyes against the harmful ultra-violet
radiation that can lead to cataracts in later years.
Polarized lenses enhance color contrast and visual acuity. The colors of the
landscape become more vibrant and individual objects become clearer and more
distinct.
What color
is best for me?
Polarized lenses are available in a myriad of colors. Different colors are
used for different tasks. The two most functional colors are gray and brown.
Gray is one of the most popular colors for bright sunlight, high glare
situations and use on the water. It maintains true color recognition and
reduces the amount of visible light transmission.
Brown lenses enhance visual acuity, contrast and depth perception. Colors
often seem more vibrant. Brown lenses work in almost any light condition.
They not only make driving on foggy or hazy days much more comfortable, but
also reduce eye fatigue on bright sunny day