Apr
30These days it’s a given that a ‘healthy tan’ may not be so healthy, but did you know that your eyes, as well as your skin, can suffer the negative affects of the sun? The sunlight we see, and the invisible light we don’t, can cause medium and long-term eye damage. By wearing protective eyewear, Hugo Boss sunglasses for instance, you can keep your eyes healthy and safe from the damaging rays of the sun, and look great as well.
Sunshine glaring in your eyes is not the only reason for wearing sunglasses when outdoors. The sun also releases harmful beams that can damage the eyes and if you have children you should seriously consider having them wear Hugo Boss sunglasses whenever they are out. Children’s eyes are far more sensitive than those of adults and wearing shades can help hold off long-term damage to their sight.
Ultraviolet (UV) and high-energy visible light (HEV) are two of the most damaging forms of radiation that can affect the eyes. Despite seasonal fluctuations in levels of UV and HEV, protective eyewear that blocks these rays should always be considered. Overcast days, though blocking some harmful rays, do not offer protection.
For sunglasses to provide enough protection to eyes they should block 99 to 100 per cent of UV radiation. Sunburn and skin and eye cancers are caused by UVB radiation. Most sunglasses prevent damage from these harmful rays, which can’t be seen by the naked eye. These days it is normal for corrective eyewear to also be UV resistant.
The higher in altitude the greater the quantity of UV light in the atmosphere. With every 5000 feet of elevation, the quantity of UVB radiation is increased by 20 per cent. Even if it is not a sunny day, eyes still need protection from UV light. No matter what season or activity, when outdoors eye protection should be worn.
UV rays can cause both long term and short term eye problems. Excessive UV radiation exposure can damage the cornea, retina and lens of the eye. Cataracts, snow blindness, and eye cancer are all linked to ultraviolet light exposure and protective eyewear can protect possible damage to the eye.
High-energy visible light (HEV) has been linked the degeneration of the eye, particularly as time passes. Destruction to the cells of the retina is one of the leading causes of vision impairment for those over the age of 60. Many sunglass producers are beginning to include a blocking agent against HEV.
The eyes of children are affected even more than those of adults by the sun’s harmful rays. Just as you protect your child from sunburn, you should do the same for their eyes. Teaching children from a young age that sunshine can harm them will keep them healthier in later life. Making sunglasses a normal routine when they are out of doors can protect their eyes from harmful HEV and UVB rays.
Whenever outside, eyes should be protected from the effects of the sun. Keeping eyes safe from the sun’s rays with accessories like Hugo Boss sunglasses and other brands are a wise fashion statement. Not only are they stylish, but they also keep eyes safe from harm.


