I'm guilty of not wearing sunglasses. I wear progressives and need them to see, so regular sunglasses kind of negative that. Prescription sunglasses are so costly. Since I've had skin cancer on my head, I always wear a hat in the sun, but maybe that's not enough eye protection? Good food for thought Lauren. Thanks for spreading the word.
I understand that it’s a hassle, Emaline. Prescription sunglasses are not cheap. I have both regular glasses and contacts. While I do have prescription sunglasses, sometimes I wear my contacts so I can put any type of sunglasses on over them. My vision is too bad to go without a prescription.
If I were you, I would make sure to wear a wide-brimmed hat on high UV days. You can also buy hats with UV protection now, which is pretty cool. The only time you might need to add sunglasses for more protection is if you are around water. The reflection off the water could damage your eyes if you aren’t wearing sunglasses.
I wish I had worn them more often. I started a few years ago. It’s like a huge one (cover) over my glasses. Cos I have severe myopia & astigmatism.
That’s great that you’re wearing them now, Shanti!! I also wish I wore them more in my younger years.
I'm guilty of not wearing sunglasses. I wear progressives and need them to see, so regular sunglasses kind of negative that. Prescription sunglasses are so costly. Since I've had skin cancer on my head, I always wear a hat in the sun, but maybe that's not enough eye protection? Good food for thought Lauren. Thanks for spreading the word.
I understand that it’s a hassle, Emaline. Prescription sunglasses are not cheap. I have both regular glasses and contacts. While I do have prescription sunglasses, sometimes I wear my contacts so I can put any type of sunglasses on over them. My vision is too bad to go without a prescription.
If I were you, I would make sure to wear a wide-brimmed hat on high UV days. You can also buy hats with UV protection now, which is pretty cool. The only time you might need to add sunglasses for more protection is if you are around water. The reflection off the water could damage your eyes if you aren’t wearing sunglasses.
Great advice, Lauren. I will look into wide brimmed hats for sure!