Sunglasses & UV Protection
Importance of UV Protection
We all know exposure to UV can cause various health conditions. The most common eye conditions associated with UV exposure are Photokeratitis, Pterygium, Cataract, Pinguecula, Basal cell carcinoma, and Macular Degeneration.
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What Can Be Done?
The answer is simple. Have your eyes examined regularly to ensure early signs are not ignored, and protect your eyes from UV light.
If you want to enjoy everything eyewear has to offer, prescription sunglasses are an essential part of your repertoire. Quality prescription sunglasses not only let you enjoy your favourite look, but also give you optimal vision and sun protection in every environment.
Whether you require single vision, bifocal or progressive powered lenses. Almost all our frames can be fitted as prescription sunglasses, so you will have no trouble finding your favourite style.
Our Solutions Tailored To Your Requirements
Bespoke Lens Colours and Tints
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Leading suppliers like Essilor, Shamir, Zeiss and Hoya offer full or graduated tints in any colour and intensity. In addition, we tailor particular colours for specific tasks and hobbies such as fishing, cycling, skiing or golfing. Almost any lens design or materials can be tinted, with the option of adding special effect mirror finishes.​
Lens Coatings
Every advanced multi anti-reflective coating has a UV ray block incorporated. All our patients that require clear visual correction for distance, regardless of their age, would be advised about this coating. These coatings will reduce reflection and block UV rays, even during low light weather conditions.​​
Clip-on Sunglasses
Manufacturers have produced clip-ons that hold onto the spectacle frame by a magnet, little hooks or with a clip mechanism. These options are great as they will be an exact match of that specific spectacle frame shape. If your spectacle frame does not come with a clip-on, we will simply customise one for you.
Polarised Lenses
Polarised lenses are fantastic if one expects sharp colour contrast, clarity and detailed vision through their sunglasses, whilst also reducing eye strain and fatigue.
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Polarised filters block vertical light rays and are ideal for sun protection when surrounded by high-reflective surfaces, such as wet roads, sand, snow, glass or water.
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Over the past years, manufacturers have vastly extended their colour range availability for polarised lens and have developed methods of additional finishes including mirror coatings, graduated and photochromic tints.
Maui Jim
Sharing our love for quality eyewear, Maui Jim® has always been our number one provider of high-end, polarised sunglasses. Maui Jim® lens technology offer multi-faceted protective layers, whether you require spectacle correction or would like to be assured your eyes are receiving the highest level of sun protection available on today’s market.
Key Features:
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High efficiency polarised film eliminates glare, allowing your eyes to see more with less effort.
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Blocks 100% of UV rays, reducing of high energy visible radiation (HEV) light.
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Front surface lens treatment reduces the amount of light transmittance through the lens.
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Patented technology enhances natural light instead of dimming it, delivering exceptional colour & clarity.
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Enhanced durability with “Clearshell” scratch resistant treatment placed on both the front and the back lens surface.
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Hydrophobic & Oleophobic easy-clean technology repel water and grease.
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Anti-reflective treatment neutralises bounce-back glare from behind, providing better clarity and reducing eye fatigue.
Mirrored Lenses
Almost any lens design or materials can be tinted, with the option of adding special effect mirror finishes. Over the past years lens manufacturers have developed a wide variety of mirror colour options, allowing you to express your style and elevate the appearance of your eyewear.
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In addition to our premium selection of mirrored lenses from leading suppliers like Shamir and Maui Jim, we also offer the latest innovation by Transitions®, who have produced a lens that combines light-adaptive photochromic technology with a sleek mirrored finish.
Transitions® mirror coatings can now be added in silver, gold, blue and green.
Even more choice is available with our fixed-tint mirror options.
​Visit us to view all our mirror options.
Click here to learn more about our Transitions® lenses.
