Polarized Lenses
Enjoy maximum protection from glare and boosted color contrast
What are polarized lenses?
that can cause visual discomfort. Sunglasses with polarized lenses filter out this glare and boost visibility.
Polarized Lenses
What are polarized lenses?
Sunglasses with polarized lenses have a filter to cut out glare and boost visibility. This increases clarity and enhances contrast to make your surroundings more vibrant.
Benefits of polarized lenses
Enjoy advanced UV protection, glare reduction and boosted contrast with polarized lenses.
These lenses are suited for outdoor activities and safer driving as they greatly reduce squinting.
Benefits of polarized lenses
Enjoy advanced UV protection, glare reduction and boosted contrast with polarized lenses.
These lenses are suited for outdoor activities and safer driving as they greatly reduce squinting.
Where to use polarized lenses
Fishing
Use polarized shades to reduce the glare coming from the water so you can see your catch better.
Driving
Drive safer and block the glare from the smooth surfaces of the road using polarized technology.
Snowsports
Achieve optimal performance and eliminate squinting from the bright snow while skiing or snowboarding.
Running
Stay focused on the track and achieve your best with lenses that block distracting sunlight.
Cycling
Add polarized sunglasses as a safety precaution to your kit, and stop worrying about low visibility.
Tennis
Gain an edge on the court with polarized lenses for tennis for glare reduction and better clarity.
Where to use polarized lenses
Fishing
Use polarized shades to reduce the glare coming from the water so you can see your catch better.
Driving
Drive safer and block the glare from the smooth surfaces of the road using polarized technology.
Snowsports
Achieve optimal performance and eliminate squinting from the bright snow while skiing or snowboarding.
Running
Stay focused on the track and achieve your best with lenses that block distracting sunlight.
Cycling
Add polarized sunglasses as a safety precaution to your kit, and stop worrying about low visibility.
Tennis
Gain an edge on the court with polarized lenses for tennis for glare reduction and better clarity.
How to shop for polarized lenses
How to shop for polarized sunglasses
View our recommended frames for polarized lenses
Recommended frames for polarized lenses
Our optical experts
Our optical experts
Maria Horan FBDO
Dispensing optician
Maria holds a BSc Honours in Ophthalmic Dispensing and has over 17 years of optical experience.
Beck Jinnette
Dispensing optician
Sharlene McKeeman FBDO
Dispensing optician
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FAQs
Polarized lenses are coated with molecules that filter out horizontal light from reaching our eyes. They enhance color contrasts we see when exposed to the sun, making objects appear sharper.
Regardless of whether you spend time outdoors or not, a polarized lens offers many advantages for everyday life. Having a pair of go-to polarized sunglasses is a no-brainer if you are serious about protecting your eyes from UV light.
While it is a matter of preference, there are some situations where non-polarized lenses might be more beneficial than polarized sunglasses. For example, polarized sunglasses are not recommended in the aviation environment.
Regarding protecting your eyes from harmful UV rays, there are two options: UV blocking and polarization. While both types of lenses offer some protection, they work in different ways. UV-blocking lenses prevent UV rays from penetrating the lens material, while polarized lenses reduce glare by blocking horizontal light waves.
It's important to note that not all polarized lenses offer UV protection, so make sure you're wearing polarized sunglasses that also block UV rays. Regardless of which type of lens you choose, wearing sunglasses is an important part of protecting your eyes from the sun's harmful rays.
At SmartBuyGlasses, we have a huge range of polarized sunglasses to choose from!