Children's sunglasses

Sunglasses for children are as necessary as for an adult. A child's eyes need protection much more than adults, children's eyes are more sensitive and susceptible to ultraviolet light, and prolonged exposure to the sun without protective equipment can lead to visual impairment. Therefore, be sure to purchase children's sunglasses or curtains for the summer.

Protecting children's eyes from the sun's rays can be started at any age. Almost all glasses for the little ones are equipped with elastic bands instead of temples, which allows them to hold firmly and not to fall off during active movements. Children's sunglasses are made of safe plastic that is resistant to deformation.

In addition to high-grade glasses, special curtains can be purchased in stores. They are mainly used when traveling by car. Sun shades are a thin mesh fabric that is attached to the car window.

Children's sun blinds are made of elastic materials and are suitable for windows of any size. Thanks to such curtains, the baby will be able to sleep peacefully on the road or look out the window, avoiding ultraviolet rays.

Children's glasses or sun protection curtains must be certified to European quality standards. Therefore, outdoor tents and stalls are not the best options for making a purchase of sunglasses for children.

When purchasing glasses in ophthalmological salons, pay attention to the cost of the goods. We all understand perfectly well that high-quality and safe goods cannot be cheap.

Returning to the topic of certificates, it should be noted that quality products must have a tag indicating the manufacturer and brief characteristics of the product. Often there is also an inscription on the temples or glasses. If there is such an inscription with the brand name, then it must match the inscription on the tag.

Sunglasses for children have the following functions:

• Provide protection from burns to the tissues of the eyes.
• Prevents diseases and damage to the lining of the eye, as well as allergies.
• Reduces stress on the eye muscles.
• Prevents dust and dirt from entering.

All this speaks only of the advantages of such an accessory as sunglasses. But at what age should a child buy them and which model to choose?

Ophthalmologists believe that the best age for the first sunglasses is 3-4 years. This is because at an early age, this accessory will be perceived as a toy. And it makes no sense to buy high-quality, which means, expensive models.

But it also happens that before the age of three, a child begins to understand that glasses are not a reason for playing. In this case, nothing prevents a child from buying them earlier. And before the first purchase of glasses, the visor of the stroller will protect from ultraviolet radiation.

If you do decide to buy sunglasses for a child, then you need to remember that the right models should filter out ultraviolet radiation and close the child's eyes as much as possible.

There are five levels of protection in total.

• 0 - This level provides the smallest UV protection. Light transmission at this level is from 80 to 100%.
• 1,2 - models with this level of protection are recommended for the city. Light transmission - 43-80%.
• 3 - ideal for the beach. Light transmission - 8-18%.
• 4 - level is intended for trips to the mountains and hot climates.

In addition to the level of protection, when choosing a model of glasses, you should take into account the functions of the lenses. They can be conventional, polarized, or photochromic.

These lenses are used by drivers at night. Lenses quickly adapt to changes in light brightness. It is the photochromic lenses that are used in the “chameleon” glasses.

Lenses block out glare from reflective surfaces such as water, glass, snow and maintain visibility. Compared to conventional lenses, polarizing lenses not only darken glare, but almost completely block out glare and provide clarity. It is the models with polarized lenses that pediatric ophthalmologists recommend most often.

Polarized glasses are manufactured according to standards and with high quality materials. In such glasses, the lens has nine layers, due to which it must transmit only vertical light. Therefore, such glasses will provide the child with clear visibility and exclude image distortion and unnecessary tension of the eye muscles.

Now a little about the design of children's sunglasses. Many brands offer different models depending on the age, gender, and taste of the child.

All the same Polaroid offers a collection of Disney Premium glasses for children. Glasses from this collection will please both boys and girls.Favorite characters from Winnie the Pooh, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Disney princesses and other characters from famous cartoons are part of the design in combination with polarized lenses.

Another common cartoon design for kids' sunglasses is perhaps just for girls. The glasses are adorned with Hello Kitty. The long-loved cat is present in the design of many brands of children's glasses. The design of glasses for girls may differ in crimson lenses.

A brand from America that is recommended by many pediatric ophthalmologists. It is considered one of the best in protecting children's eyes from UV rays. The glasses have impact-resistant lenses, frame with elastic and flexible arms.

The Real kids brand has all quality certificates and complies with European safety standards.

If prescription lenses are recommended for the child, then parents can buy Real kids glasses, and then go to an ophthalmologist or a specialized salon to replace glasses.

Babiators kids' sunglasses are durable. For the manufacture of the frame, flexible rubber is used, which allows it to retain its original shape after twisting and creasing. The glasses will not break even if a child sits on them or steps on them.

Another plus sign is the absolute protection against the full spectrum of UV rays.

All Babiators goggles are available in two sizes: from 0 to 3 years old and from 3 to 7. And also in ten colors and bright designs created by a military pilot.

Ray Ban Kids and Junior glasses are aimed at children and adolescents from 5 to 15 years old. They feature bright pieces with interesting designs, but retain the recognizable Ray ban signature. Many children's models follow the designs of adult collections.

The main differences between Ray ban children's models and adults are the soft materials of the temples, floating nose pads, and polycarbonate lenses, which the brand uses in all children's models.

Brands from Italy that also present lines of sunglasses for little fashionistas. Bright colors and a large selection of glasses shapes will help each child choose a model. The collections are designed for children and adolescents from 1 to 12 years old.

Eclipsy makes frames for children's glasses from elastic plastic to avoid deformation. Lenses in all children's models are polymer.

Each parent knows better what his child needs and decides at what age to accustom the child to glasses and which ones to choose. But all parents agree on one thing. Glasses should be non-traumatic, comfortable and beautifully designed.

If you read reviews on the Internet about children's sunglasses, then most of the parents write about the convenience of a rubber frame. It is even better if the glasses are not with temples, but with a special belt with an adjustable head circumference. This function is appreciated and prioritized by mothers of very young children under 2 years of age.

Of the minuses in parental reviews, the price is most often found. Many people say that it is overpriced and does not correspond to the quality. In such cases, when you independently study the reviews, you need to understand where the glasses were purchased. Many people buy things and accessories from unverified sites or markets.

Therefore, in order to avoid disappointment, purchase sunglasses from trusted online stores and reliable suppliers. By saving on glasses, you are not saving on the health of your own children.