Body Glove Eyewear

Body Glove Sunglasses Look Cool And Provide 100% UV Protection

Fashion and medical science agree: sunglasses are cool. One of the most popular fashion accessories for the last six or seven decades, sunglasses also protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation, which can affect vision and contribute to a variety of medical problems. Most of us know of the dangers that UV radiation pose to our skin, but we often forget that exposure to UV rays can hurt our eyes as well. All Body Glove sunglasses provide complete UV protection, and they look mighty slick doing it. Our eyewear dishes out the comfort and eye protection you need, while delivering the look you want, at a price you can afford.

In order for any sunglasses to provide adequate protection against excessive exposure to both the visible and invisible components of light, the lenses should screen out at least 75 percent (and no more than 90 percent) of visible light, and block out 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B radiation. The lenses should also be free of imperfections, distortions, and variations in color. Body Glove sunglasses are made using exacting manufacturing techniques to ensure lens quality and are all rated UV400, meaning they block out 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B light with wavelengths up to 400 nm.

Even in small doses, ultraviolet radiation can cause short-term ocular problems such as snow-blindness and photokeratitis (like a sunburn of the eyes). Prolonged exposure can contribute to long-term problems like cataracts, macular degeneration, skin changes in the eyelids, and various forms of eye cancer. The regular use of protective eyewear can easily guard against these conditions, and people who spend significant time outdoors should always have sunglasses at hand.

Another significant feature to look for is polarization. Polarized lenses improve visual comfort and protect the eyes from glare. This is particularly important for people who spend time near the water, but is also useful for blocking the glare caused by shiny cars on the road. Body Glove offers a complete collection of polarized men’s sunglasses and women’s sunglasses, some of which are designed specifically for surfers, swimmers, and other water enthusiasts who need shades that float.

Check out our Vapor Polarized Collection and our Floating Polarized Collection to find the perfect Body Glove sunglasses for you.