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# How (and Why) To Pick Out Age-Friendly Sunglasses

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Sunglasses are easy to treat as an accessory. Pick a pair that looks good, toss them in the car, and reach for them when the sun gets uncomfortable. Yet the right lenses do far more than make a bright day easier on the eyes.

Ultraviolet light can damage the eyelids and delicate tissues inside the eye, especially after years of exposure. That damage has been linked to cataracts, macular degeneration, and painful conditions affecting the cornea. Snow and water can increase exposure by reflecting sunlight back toward the face, so protection matters year-round.

A quality pair of sunglasses helps shield the eyes while reducing glare and squinting. The challenge is knowing what to look for, since dark lenses alone may provide little protection. Here’s how sunglasses support eye health and what matters when choosing your next pair.

## Reasons to Wear Sunglasses

[Experts recommend](https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/how-sunglasses-help-protect-your-eyes-health) wearing sunglasses to protect the eyes from UV rays to reduce these risks, but shades have some other advantages as well:

### Fewer Migraines and Headaches

![Senior woman on mobile phone with sunglasses](https://f.hubspotusercontent20.net/hub/7364579/hubfs/pexels-anna-shvets-5257496.jpg?width=300&name=pexels-anna-shvets-5257496.jpg)Bright sunlight is a trigger for headaches and migraines because many sufferers are particularly light sensitive (photophobic). They abnormally perceive light as more intense, which overstimulates nerve pathways, resulting in increased headache pain. [Migraine experts](https://migrainetrust.org/news/migraine-and-light/) recommend wearing sunglasses to reduce the risk of triggering light-induced headaches.

### Winter Protection

We usually associate sunglasses with summer, but they can be even more useful in winter when ice and snow are present. [Fresh snow](https://www.slf.ch/en/snow/snow-as-a-material/optical-properties/) can reflect as much as 95% of UV rays, making a winter landscape much brighter than during other seasons.

### They Look Cool

Aside from the health benefits, sunglasses just look cool. They can turn up your style temperature on just about any outfit. Frames come in so many colors, sizes, and shapes that you’ll be able to choose a style that suits your unique personality.

Many older adults swear that wearing sunglasses makes them look and feel years younger. Throw on a pair of shades to soften harsh lighting, hide tired or puffy eyes, or camouflage crow’s feet. When you feel good about how you look, you’re also more likely to get outside, stay active, and enjoy life.

## How to Select Your Next Pair of Sunglasses

With all the physical and emotional benefits of sunglasses, here are some tips to help you choose the right pair.

### **Maximize UV Ray Protection**

![Older man walking outdoors with sunglasses](https://f.hubspotusercontent20.net/hub/7364579/hubfs/pexels-chris-j-mitchell-1510471.jpg?width=300&name=pexels-chris-j-mitchell-1510471.jpg)Make sure the glasses are rated for 95%–100% UV protection or have a “UV 400” sticker. (UV 400 means the lenses block light at wavelengths up to 400 nanometers, which covers both the UVA and UVB range.) This will ensure that the least amount of UV light enters your eyes. Don’t assume that extra dark glasses without this rating will be just as good. In fact, such lenses allow the pupil to dilate, letting in more dangerous UV rays.

### **Choose an Effective Lens Color**

Lens color depends on what you’ll be doing outside as well as your personal preferences.

- Gray: Reduces brightness and glare without distorting colors. Good for driving, walking, and general outdoor use in both sunny and cloudy conditions.
- Brown/amber: Increase contrast and depth perception. Good for driving, hiking, and many sports, in variable or partly cloudy light.
- Green: A classic general‑purpose option balancing brightness reduction and contrast. Good for most outdoor activities and leisure.
- Yellow/amber‑yellow: Increase contrast in low light, haze, or overcast conditions. Popular for some sports, driving at dusk, or foggy environments.
- Rose/red: Enhance contrast and reduce glare in bright conditions. Often used in running or cycling lenses.

### **Look for Polarized Lenses**

With age, we become more sensitive to glare, intense light reflecting off of flat surfaces like water, snow, glass, or pavement. Besides being annoying, glare can cause headaches and be a distracting danger in some situations. Sunglasses with polarized lenses can help by dramatically reducing glare and improving contrast and clarity. They’re very useful for daytime driving, water activities, and snow sports.

For all their benefits, polarized lenses have some disadvantages.

- Harder to see screens like phones, etc.
- Not for night or very low light since they can make already dim conditions too dark.
- Visual oddities: They can exaggerate patterns in tempered glass, such as in car windows.
- Cost: Polarized lenses usually cost extra.
- No UV protection: Polarized lenses alone do not block UV rays.

### **Consider Wraparound Glasses**

Wraparound lenses are an excellent choice for such protection as well, as they block out light from more angles. However, be careful not to choose sunglasses that obstruct your vision, especially when driving.

### **Impact Resistance**

For safety’s sake, sunglasses need to be [impact-resistant](https://glaucoma.org/articles/a-guide-to-sunglasses). In this category, look for polycarbonate lenses, which provide the best protection from flying debris and other situations that might shatter an ordinary lens.

Sunglasses earn their place alongside sunscreen whenever you head outside. The right pair protects against ultraviolet light while making bright conditions easier and safer to handle. Once the health and safety features are covered, choose a pair that feels comfortable and looks good enough that you will actually wear it. Your eyes will appreciate the protection long after the sun goes down.

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