Best Sunglasses for Your Face Shape & Activities

Choose perfect sunglasses for your face shape and lifestyle. Expert tips for sports, driving, and everyday wear to protect your eyes.

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KSA Vision Clinic
7. June 20162 min read
Best Sunglasses for Your Face Shape & Activities

Buy glasses for their practical value

To find the right and comfortable glasses, you should ask yourself: "What do I need sunglasses for?" We use sunglasses in everyday situations, such as walking on the street or relaxing on the beach, but different hobbies and activities, such as sport or driving, may require a more specific choice of glasses.

To get the most out of wearing sunglasses, they should be chosen according to the activity. Sometimes it makes sense to buy two pairs of sunglasses: one for sport and another for leisure. That way you will never find yourself wearing designer frames on a jog or sporting glasses in the city.

How to choose glasses according to your face shape

The features of your face are a good guide when choosing the right glasses. As a broad generalisation, faces can be divided into four main categories – triangular, round, square, and oval.

The modern industry produces a wide variety of designs for sunglasses – square and round, large and small, casual and sporty, and so on. To find the most suitable glasses for you, consider the following:

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The shape of the glasses should match your face shape.

If you have a square face, you should favour round glasses, and vice versa. Of course, every rule can have exceptions, and when buying new frames you should take price and quality into account alongside shape and comfort.

Why quality and UV protection matter

The level of protection offered by sunglasses is certainly the most important aspect when choosing your pair. The best UV protection comes with polarised sunglasses. These look like ordinary lenses, but they have the added ability to reduce glare and improve contrast.

Polarised glasses are most popular among drivers and athletes, as these are the people most troubled by excess light in their field of vision.

Dark or light tint – which to choose?

There is a common misconception that dark lenses offer better protection against UV rays. In reality, lightly tinted glasses are preferable, as they do not force the pupil to dilate and let in more harmful glare. As a result, the pupils remain at a normal size and are able to protect themselves from sunlight.

Suitable sunglasses are an excellent investment in the long-term health of your eyes. Choose your tints carefully and make a commitment to it. If you are unsure, consult a trained specialist who can advise on the available shapes and designs.

KSA eye clinic now offers great sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection from Italian designer Glassing! Come and try their selection at KSA eye clinic!

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