Kids Sunglasses: More than a Fashion Investment

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The sun is shining bright and your children are likely headed outdoors for summer fun.

You’ve probably made sure they were dressed appropriately for the weather. You may have even lathered them up with sunscreen. But, have you thought about protecting their eyes from the bright sun?

Studies show that 50% of our lifetime sun exposure will happen by the time we are 18. In other words, the UV damage that takes place in our eyes is often happening while kids are still living at home under their parents care.

If your children are anything like mine–they probably complain every once and a while–about how bright it is outside. Children’s eyes are just as sensitive to the changes in light as they go from indoors to out in the bright sun. They need sunglasses.

Now, let me clarify something. Kids’ sunglasses are sold just about everywhere. Sometimes they have their favorite characters on them like Mickey Mouse, a princess, or a super hero and they look like fantastic fashion accessories. But, that’s not what you need to look for when purchasing children’s sunglasses.

You Need to Go for Quality

The sticker that’s most important on those sunglasses lenses is one that say opthalmic quality and specifies the lens is designed to block out both UVA and UVB rays. In truth, you aren’t going to find this type of premium sun wear by the register at your neighborhood drugstore.

If you want to really protect your child’s eyes from the harmful rays of the sun, visit a reputable optical dispensary, like your closest Eyeglass World and choose a frame from their great selection of designer choices. For children, you can choose Lucky brand or even Converse brand frames that will not only be stylish but will last ten times as long as those cheapie plastic Spiderman frames.

Then, your optician can coat and tint the lenses so your child’s eyes are protected every time they go out. If your child already needs prescription glasses to see, Eyeglass World can put the prescription right into the sunglasses or even make the glasses with Transitions lenses so they can stay light indoors and turn dark when the child goes out into the natural light.

Best news of all, mom or dad, is that Eyeglass World offers incredible deals when you add on a second pair of glasses. You know what this means. Time for a new pair of designer sunglasses for you, too! Safer sunwear for the little ones and a bonus for parents! That’s an unbeatable deal!