What's the UV Protection Factor of Autoflex Sunglasses?

HelpMeRhonda · #1 (**permalink**) 01-05-2009, 05:53 PM

Here's how to find the Autoflex sunglasses with the best UV protection.

1. Check for the OSHA label with 99 or 100 percent UV protection.
2. Look for sunglasses that are close-fitting. These will prevent UV rays from filtering in.
3. Look for larger lenses or wrap-around sunglasses to prevent light from entering in.
4. Don't be misguided by price -- higher priced sunglasses usually reflect fashion or durability, not UV protection.
5. Dark-colored sunglasses don't necessarily provide better protection. A clear chemical coating applied to the lens is responsible for UV protection, not the lens color.

MillersLastChance · #2 (**permalink**) 10-30-2009, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by HelpMeRhonda

Here's how to find the Autoflex Sunglasses with the best UV protection.

1. Check for the OSHA label with 99 or 100 percent UV protection.
2. Look for sunglasses that are close-fitting. These will prevent UV rays from filtering in.
3. Look for larger lenses or wrap-around sunglasses to prevent light from entering in.
4. Don't be misguided by price -- higher priced sunglasses usually reflect fashion or durability, not UV protection.
5. Dark-colored sunglasses don't necessarily provide better protection. A clear chemical coating applied to the lens is responsible for UV protection, not the lens color.

Those are great tips, HelpMeRhonda. It's nice to have someone provide answers in a forum full of questions.

herbking · #3 (**permalink**) 07-12-2010, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by HelpMeRhonda

Here's how to find the Autoflex sunglasses with the best UV protection.

1. Check for the OSHA label with 99 or 100 percent UV protection.
2. Look for sunglasses that are close-fitting. These will prevent UV rays from filtering in.
3. Look for larger lenses or wrap-around sunglasses to prevent light from entering in.
4. Don't be misguided by price -- higher priced sunglasses usually reflect fashion or durability, not UV protection.
5. Dark-colored sunglasses don't necessarily provide better protection. A clear chemical coating applied to the lens is responsible for UV protection, not the lens color.

Thanks for the Top Five, Rhonda. It's good to know these things.