Are Prescription Sunglasses Worth Buying?

We’ve had a long hot summer in the UK this year, with plenty of people lathering on the sun cream and investing in new shades. However, it’s worth noting that sunglasses aren’t just for the summer, with conditions like photokeratitis worth being cautious of all year round. However, for those with preexisting conditions, a pair of shop-bought shades can represent the choice between fuzzy vision or painful glare. That’s why many people choose to invest in prescription sunglasses. 

But are prescription shades actually worth it for the average bespectacled person? This blog will explain a little more about how they work and why they might be a great purchase for you. 

How do prescription sunglasses work?

Sunglasses and prescription lenses can go hand in hand. The manufacturer simply needs to integrate the prescription through one of a few various methods.

• Directly glazed lenses, meaning the prescription is ground directly into the tinted sunglass lenses

• Fixed tints, which are permanent tints added directly to a prescription lens, in a shade like grey, grown or green – these don’t offer direct UV protection

• Mirror coatings on the outside of the lend to reduce visible light transmission and increase stylishness

It’s worth noting that prescription sunglasses can be made from a variety of materials, including: 

• CR-39 plastic

• Polycarbonate

• Trivex

• High-index plastic

• Glass 

Any of the methods for creating prescription sunglasses can then be enhanced with the addition of things like UV protection coatings, glare-blocking polarisation, and AR or MAR coatings to further improve clarity. 

Why buy prescription sunglasses?

So now you understand how they work, it’s time to start looking for some prescription sunglasses online? In our opinion, it’s not about the “why?”, more about the “why not?” 

Clear vision & sun protection

With a pair prescription shades, you can enjoy clear vision and comfortable UV protection all day long – no choosing between seeing clearly or guarding your peepers. This also contributes to reduced strain and fatigue. 

Enhanced safety for activities

Things like running, driving, cycling, fishing and all sorts of other activities need clear, glare-free vision to be safe and enjoyable. 

Comprehensive eye health 

Long-term UV exposure contributes to conditions like cataracts, macular degeneration and even eye cancers, while non-corrected vision can degenerate faster. Prescription sunnies offer a comprehensive health plan for the eyes. 

Designer prescription sunglasses offer plenty of options

After some Ray Ban frames for prescription sunglasses? No problem! Good dealers will offer a wide variety of designer sunglasses and frames, with the option to have prescriptions installed, so you can protect your eyes in style. 

Alternatives and where to shop

If you don’t think prescription sunglasses are necessarily going to be the right choice for you, there are other options to consider. For example, clip-on shades can be used to darken a regular prescription. Or, you can invest in Transitions lenses, which darken and clear up depending on the light level you’re exposed to at a given time. 

In terms of shopping for prescription sunglasses, look no further than We Will Spec You! We have a wide variety of designer shades available, all with prescription fitting options available, along with a blog shedding light on all sorts of different topics within our blog. Check us out today to get ‘specced’!