3 + 1 reasons why sunglasses are essential in winter!

Although most of us have come to associate sunglasses with the beach, road trips and summer, the reality is that in winter they are just as beneficial and essential for protecting our eyes and we explain why below.

Even though we get less sunshine during the winter, our eyes are still exposed to sunlight and therefore susceptible to damage that can all too often lead to vision problems such as glare, eye strain, reduced vision, etc.

Sunglasses in Winter? More than just accessories!

So there are four reasons why it is important to wear sunglasses in the winter months:

1. Visceral sunglasses are a great way to protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays.

UVA and UVB rays are two types of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can cause skin damage and premature aging. However, prolonged exposure to UV rays can have even more significant effects such as:

Macular degeneration.
Degeneration of the macular degeneration.
Corneal sunburn (photokeratitis)
Short-term but intense exposure to UVB rays can cause temporary vision loss

Wearing sunglasses therefore protects our eyes from UV radiation.

2. They keep the eyes protected from wind and pollutants.

Very often in winter we experience irritation in the eyes, we feel them dry or excessively moist. This is because we are heavily exposed to cold air. This results in the body producing tears for protection.

In fact, on days with strong wind, particles in the air can land in your eyes and scratch or even cause corneal abrasions. By wearing sunglasses we can reduce the evaporation of tears, maintain the natural moisture of the eyes and protect them from dust and air particles.

3. Reduce eye strain & headaches.

Another reason our eyes get strained during the winter months is the sudden changes in brightness as the pupil of the eye cannot adjust accordingly. Wearing sunglasses drastically reduces the amount of light reaching the eyes.

In conclusion

We can easily protect our eyesight by wearing sunglasses in winter as well, thus excluding large fluctuations in light and external stimuli.

In Mellon Collection you will over 100 designs in men’s, women’s & unisex sunglasses. Contact us to find the frame that suits you and make the change this winter!