EYEWEAR FOR CANADIAN WINTERS
By Denis Langlois
Most Canadians remember to cover up their ears , fingers and toes on those nippy winter days .
But vision experts say it ’ s also extremely important to ensure the eyes are protected from often-harsh winter conditions , whether on the slopes , trails , outdoor skating rinks or simply enjoying a stroll or building a snowman outdoors .
Even when temperatures drop below freezing and the sun is covered by clouds , the eyes are at risk of being damaged by ultraviolet rays from the sun which bounce off snow and ice .
The Canadian Association of Optometrists says overexposure to UV rays has been linked to a multitude of problems like cataracts , degeneration of the retina and damage to the cornea .
The association says people should also protect their eyes from excessive wind exposure in winter , which can irritate the eyes and lead to permanent yellow discolouration , as well as the dry conditions that are intensified in the colder months of the year .
Here are some products that are ideal for protecting the eyes on Canadian winter days .
BOLLE
Bollé Blacktail sunglasses are great for blustery winter days as their wraparound design protects the eyes from the winter elements . These shades feature B-Flow venting technology to prevent moisture build up and fogging . On top of that , all polarized lenses from Bollé come with anti-fog coatings on the inside of the lens and hydrophobic / oleophobic treatments on the outside so the lenses never smudge or fog up . Blacktail sunglass lenses are also light reactive , so the tint adjusts to lighting conditions . >> www . bolle . com
20 EYE FOCUS | December Digital 2016