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Sun protection - with a wide array of sun protection products available today you have choices but also decisions to make. Is it for my face or my toes, over make-up or under make-up; to be worn winter or summer? And your skin should not be the only part of you that has you confused about sun protection nowadays. Sunglasses too, can leave you dizzy with choices.  Apart from the battle of the frame choices, the major problem is that little CORRECT information is available to consumers regarding what exact type of lens they should be wearing (even if you are just trying to look fabulous and chic). Not only that, but if you notice what the sun does to your skin, just imagine what it is doing to your eyes!!!! Vanity aside, you can do something about preserving your eyesight by choosing the right sunglasses. That’s right…by selecting the right sunglasses, you might delay the onset of cataracts, or worse, AMD and still manage to look cool. Just because sunglass lenses are dark doesn’t mean they are doing anything for your eyes other than tinting the background. You’ve got to know WHAT type of lens you have in those glasses of yours. the buzz words that keep floating around are confusing…Transitions®, UVA/UVB protected, Drivewear®, polarized lenses, gradient tints, grey versus brown lenses and endless other variations. What works and what doesn’t? And most of all, what do YOU need? ContactsandSpecs.com is the place to find what you need with a great selections of styles and friendly personalized serve you will get the best protection for the only pair of eyes you will ever have.

Sports sunglasses are one of the important accessories which are gaining popularity among sports lovers and players. Be it a rock climber, biker, skier, cyclist, diver or cricketer, sports sunglasses have become a must-have accessory. Apart from protecting you from harmful UV rays, they reduce the effects of glare. This is why the players don’t miss their pair of sunglasses on field. The mere importance of sports sunglasses drives us towards dedicating this article to these valuable eye gears. Sports sunglasses are generally made of light frames so that they don’t weigh down the person wearing them. Most of them are sleek and streamlined. Wraparound sports sunglasses are in vogue. They are considered to have a futuristic appeal. The lenses of these sunglasses are polycarbonate which is safer than glass lenses. These sunglasses are worn in most of the sports including biking, golf tennis and cricket. The sports sunglasses should be chosen according to the type of sports and the changing levels of sunlight throughout the day. A biker will need different sunglasses from a golfer. If you are sailing it is advisable to select a polarized lens to reduce reflection from the water. The sunglasses preferred for basketball, soccer and tennis are sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses which should be certified by the Protective Eyewear Council. Softball or baseball players should wear polycarbonate or wire face guards on the helmet and sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses on field. So protect your eye at ContactsandSpecs.com
The type of sunglasses recommended of for field hockey is a full face mask for the goalie and sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses on the field.

As far as football is concerned, the players should wear a polycarbonate eye shield attached to wire face mask. These should be certified by the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE).

A helmet with full-face protection is highly recommended for the ice-hockey players certified by the Hockey Equipment Certification Council (HECC).

Sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses are good for racket sports players.

For skiing, high-impact resistant eye protection or sports goggles with polycarbonate lenses (certified by PECC) are preferable. They should also filter UV and excessive sunlight.

Wearing sunglasses for sport can give you the added advantage of not having to narrow your eyes at the sun or glare.

Sunglasses - The semiotics of sunglasses is a complicated business. Briefly, they are about drawing attention to yourself by pretending that the last thing you want to do is draw attention to yourself. In the past the anonymity offered by a generous pair of shades made them indispensable for the rich and famous; these days the rest of us wear them in the hope that no one will know for sure that we are neither.

Questions of wealth and celebrity aside, the basic appeal of sunglasses lies in the fact that most people simply look an awful lot better when their face is obscured by a pair, hence last summer’s vogue for super-sized frames, championed by Lindsay Lohan and Nicole Richie. This summer, however, the truly stylish know that individuality is the name of the game in all things, from shoes to shades. So make sure you are ready for summer in the best shades you can get at ContactsandSpecs.com

Whatever time of the year one chooses to take a vacation in the sun, it is important to remember your sunglasses. The option to purchase a pair at an airport sunglasses retailer may be rather appealing but can have many negative drawbacks. Buying from sunglasses from ContactsandSpecs.com is an advance. It means you can buy the sunglasses you actually want, rather than purchasing a pair you don’t fancy but that was the only pair available that you thought were ok. Furthermore if there are any problems with your sunglasses we can always help, and finally we have a great selection which rivals that of any airport retailer.

Receiving the right amount of light is critical to good vision, but exposure to the wrong type of light can result in serious long-term problems. Excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) wavelengths can cause eye conditions ranging from corneal burns (photokeratitis), growths on the conjunctiva (pterygium) and cataracts. UV is invisible, but that only makes it more harmful.

Ultraviolet radiation is a part of the overall electromagnetic spectrum and is produced by sunlight, tungsten lamps, welding arcs, and certain types of fluorescent lights. It is classified into three categories: UVA, UVB, and UVC.Fortunately, UVC (190nm to 280nm) wavelengths are absorbed by the ozone layer of the earth. These short, high-energy radiations can cause mutations in plants and animals. UVB wavelengths (280nm to 315nm) are also considered higher energy wavelengths and can cause sunburns, skin blistering, and skin cancer. This range of UV is why you wear sun block on a sunny day. The upper portion of this spectrum (from 300nm to 315nm) enters and affects the eye. UVA (315nm to 380nm) is the portion of the UV spectrum that is considered most harmful to the human eye because it is totally absorbed by the eye’s crystalline lens.

Since the cornea transmits UV wavelengths from 300nm to 400nm, spectacle lenses should absorb these wavelengths for the patient to be protected from ultra-violet radiations. Armed with all the information on harmful UV, lens manufacturers have developed lenses made of materials that absorb these wavelengths without the need for added UV treatments. Remember, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) requires that lenses classified as UV absorbing block 99.8% of UVB and 70% UVA.

Ultra-violet radiation may be harmful to the human eye, but with all the lens material options available today that absorb it, patients can easily get the protection they need simply by getting the appropriate lens recommendation. The right sunglasses protect the eyes from these damaging rays while still looking stylish and fashionable.
At ContactsandSpecs.com all the sunglasses have UV protection.

Did you know that when you wear glasses you send out signals? Its the language of glasses. Let us open your eyes to the language of glasses.First you match your glasses to your face shape, hairstyle, coloring and appropriate image. ContactsandSpecs.com are the exports to find the perfect look.
Then consider adopting some of the following glasses moves and their possible sociological meanings.

When women flip their hair or play with their strands, this sends a definite message that they are flirting or being seductive.

When a man touches the bridge of his glasses this lets a woman know that he may be contemplating a more intimate connection.

Consider the following eyeglass behaviors:

Wearing glasses on the tip of the nose with eyebrows arched.  Human behavior experts believe that when people wear their glasses down towards the tip of the nose that they are sending a signal of intensity.  It also indicates a deep focus and serious interest in the subject at hand.

Putting the earpieces in the mouth and teething the temple of the specs:  As you would expect, this behavior draws direct attention to the lips, the tongue and the mouth in general.  This signals reflection, introspection and decision making.

Sucking on the ear piece by itself:  Indicates a desire for more intimacy and communication.  This behavior ties directly into the oral fixation theories.

Pushing glasses up on top of the head:  Adds seriousness and a sense of drama to any situation.  This movement could be considered to be equivalent to a pregnant pause.

Ripping glasses off face and throwing them down:  Indicates anger or shock.  Great way to get attention.

Absent-minded twirling or playing with glasses:  Draws attention to a playful free spirit.  Act of flirtation.

Remember, in 2007 -08, anything goes with fashion, hair and makeup if it is flattering to you and conveys the image you wish to project. So go out there and try on those sizzling new frames, practice those seductive spectacle poses and have a blast.

Have you ever worn polarized sunglasses? Today’s polarized lenses come in a spectrum of possibilities. Not only are polarized lenses available in many styles from single vision to progressives, they now come in many different lens materials and colors, too. Even photochromics are now available in a polarized version.Polarized lenses contain special horizontal polarizers or filters that help reduce glare off water and things such as paved roads. They also help enhance colors and vision in some high-glare situations. The lenses are invaluable in high-glare situations, such as driving, boating, golfing, surfing, and fishing. Polarized lenses also help reduce glare, which can be a real problem in water sports and many other outdoor activities.

Some lens colors perform better than others, depending on lighting conditions and environment. For example, a dark gray tint works best for intense glare and bright sunlight encountered when driving, boating or deep-water fishing. Melanin and Brown C tints improve contrast and work well in bright conditions for golf, snowmobiling, and shallow water fishing. Green works well on bright days for tennis and baseball. Orange and yellow tints block blue light, and perform best under low-light or overcast conditions. These may be used for shooting, biking, and skiing. Red works well for low-light fishing, skiing, while violet or purple can be used for golf on overcast days.

Some polarized lenses can block the reflected light of LCDs, too. These are the lights in many dashboards, bank automated tellers, and other electronic devices. So if you have never worn polarized sunglasses take a look at our collection at ContactsandSpecs.com to find the perfect pair. And remember most sunglass lenses can be duplicated in your prescription.