Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between polarized lenses and ordinary sunglasses?
Ordinary sunglasses are typically just tinted plastic. While tinted lenses reduce brightness, only polarized lenses address glare. They can do this because, in addition to the lens color or tint, high-quality polarized lenses have a thin film molded into the lens. This film filters out glare.

Why should I get polarized lenses?
Better Vision. While polarized lenses offer significant benefits in safety and health, the #1 reason most people love their polarized lenses is the way they let them see the world more vividly. Images are sharper. And depth perception is better. It's an amazing new visual experience. It's one of the things that you've got to see for yourself.

What other benefits do I get with polarized lenses?
Safety
Glare is a major cause of car accidents. Polarized lenses are the only lenses that significantly reduce glare. So if you drive during the day, especially early in the morning or at sunset, polarized lenses are a smart, safety-conscious choice.

Protection
Polarized lenses protect your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays.

Comfort
Reducing glare reduces squinting. So you'll be more comfortable and have less facial tension, whatever you're doing in the sun.

What is Glare?
When light hits a surface-like a windshield or the road - it reflects in a uniform horizontal wave of light. This concentrated beam of light is called glare. It can be very harsh and impair your vision.

How do polarized lenses work?
High-quality polarized lenses have a special film imbedded inside them. This film filters out horizontally transmitted light (glare). They work similar to Venetian blinds - blinds can be adjusted so that certain light gets in and certain light is blocked out.

What colors do polarized lenses come in?
While most people purchase an all purpose grey or brown lenses, polarized lenses come in many other colors. You may want a specific color for its look or vision benefits. Ask your eye care professional which color may be right for you.

Can I get polarized lenses in my prescription?
Polarized lenses are available in virtually all prescriptions, including single-vision, bi and tri-focal, and progressive addition lenses.