How Do Polarized Lenses Work?

Polarized lenses have a special coating that blocks horizontal light waves, which reduces annoying glare. They allow other types of light to pass through, giving you clearer and more comfortable vision than standard tinted sunglasses.

lakoh Polarized Lenses

Enjoy enhanced vision and reduced glare with our polarized lenses, starting at just $40. These lenses come with a built-in polarized coating, included in the lens price, for both prescription and non-prescription sunglasses.

Perfect for outdoor adventures and water sports, our polarized sunglasses provide unbeatable clarity and comfort at a great value.

Where Are Polarized Sunglasses Most Useful?

Polarized sunglasses can make a big difference in various situations. Here are some top recommendations:

Driving

Polarized lenses reduce glare from smooth road surfaces, making it easier to drive. They also help you clearly see and read your dashboard displays.

Fishing & Water Sports

Polarized sports sunglasses block glare from reflections off the water, helping you see better. Wrap-around styles provide extra protection.

Hiking & Snow

Perfect for outdoor adventures, especially on bright mountaintops or snowy trails. They cut down on glare and improve visibility in bright conditions.

Exceptional Lens Coatings

Enhance your lenses with these valuable coatings:

Clear Lenses
Blue Light Filtering
Light-Adjusting Lenses
UV Protection

How to Add Polarized Lenses

  • 1.Pick your frame and choose a โ€œPrescription Typeโ€.
  • 2.Choose the โ€œPolarized Sunglass Lensesโ€ option.
  • 3.Select a lens with your preferred refractive index.
  • 4.Pick your preferred tint color and complete your purchase!

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The Importance of UV Protection

We all know too much sun can harm our eyes, but the real issue is UV radiation. UV rays can damage your eyes year-round, not just on sunny daysโ€”they reflect off water, snow, and even through clouds. This can cause problems like blurred vision or macular degeneration. Thatโ€™s why itโ€™s essential to wear sunglasses with UV protection, especially if theyโ€™re polarized. These lenses help block harmful rays and keep your eyes healthy.

The Benefits of Polarization

Polarized lenses are perfect for reducing glare, which is light reflected off surfaces like roads or water. This makes them great for activities like driving, fishing, skiing, water sports, or spending time outdoors. They also help reduce eye strain, making bright days more comfortable without needing to squint. Polarized sunglasses come in many styles and colors, from classic gray to bold shades like green or amber.

Why Choose Polarized Sunglasses?

Polarized sunglasses not only protect your eyes from UV rays but also reduce glare and eye strain. Theyโ€™re ideal for anyone who spends time outdoors or behind the wheel, offering both comfort and safety in different light conditions. Plus, with so many styles available, you can stay protected while looking stylish.

FAQ

What are polarized sunglasses?

Polarized sunglasses are a type of eyewear designed to reduce glare and enhance visual clarity. They have specially treated lenses that filter out intense light reflected from horizontal surfaces such as water, roads, and snow.

How do polarized sunglasses work?

Polarized lenses contain a special chemical film that is vertically aligned. This alignment allows the lenses to block horizontally polarized light, which is the type of glare typically reflected from flat surfaces. As a result, only vertically oriented light can pass through, reducing glare and improving visibility.

What are the benefits of polarized sunglasses?

Reduced Glare: Polarized lenses minimize glare from reflective surfaces, making activities like driving, fishing, and skiing safer and more comfortable.

Enhanced Visual Clarity: They improve contrast and visual clarity, allowing for better color perception and detail recognition.

Eye Comfort: Reduced glare means less eye strain and fatigue, especially during prolonged outdoor activities.

How can I tell if my sunglasses are polarized?

You can test if your sunglasses are polarized by looking at a reflective surface or an LCD screen through the lenses. If you rotate the sunglasses and the intensity of the glare or reflection changes, the lenses are polarized.

Do Lakoh polarized sunglasses offer UV protection?

Yes, all Lakoh sunglasses, including those with polarized lenses, come with built-in UV protection to shield your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays.

Do polarized lenses come in different colors?

Yes, polarized lenses come in various colors. Each color can affect how much light is filtered and the type of light that passes through. For example, gray lenses reduce overall brightness without altering color perception, while brown lenses enhance contrast and depth perception.

Can prescription sunglasses be polarized?

Yes, you can get prescription sunglasses with polarized lenses. Lakoh offers the option to add polarization to your prescription lenses, combining vision correction with the benefits of glare reduction.

How do I care for my polarized sunglasses?

Cleaning: Use a microfiber cloth and lens cleaner designed for sunglasses. Avoid using paper towels, tissues, or harsh chemicals as they can scratch or damage the lenses.

Storage: Keep your sunglasses in a protective case when not in use to prevent scratches and other damage.

Handling: Handle your sunglasses by the frame rather than the lenses to avoid fingerprints and smudges.