2 Quick Ways To Tell If Your Sunglasses Really Work, According To The NHS

SunglassesThis weekend sees our unseasonably dry, hot weather continue across most of the UK, meaning you’ll have to top up your sunscreen (which you should be wearing more of than you might think). You might already know to protect your sunscreen from direct sun and heat, and to wear a wide-brimmed hat if possible. Additionally, sunglasses can help to keep your often-ignored eye area safe from UV rays (because yes, it is possible to sunburn your peepers).But until I read the NHS’ advice, I wasn’t aware that not all sunglasses are created equal. Only those that have two signs are certain to help shield your eyes from damaging UVA and UVB rays, they say.What should I look out for when choosing sunglasses?Surprisingly, the sides of the glasses matter (though not as much as the lenses). If you have wraparound lenses or thick-armed sunnies, the NHS say, more of your face will be protected from the sun. But when checking out the quality of the actual glass, the healthcare service says you should look for two signs. Look out for “The CE Mark and British Standard Mark 12312-1:2013 E” on your glasses, they write. The CE Mark means a product “complies with EU safety, health and environmental requirements,” the Government writes. Meanwhile, British Standard Mark 12312-1:2013 E is used to show that lenses have been tested against UV exposure, Leightons Opticians say.Specsavers adds, “You can tell whether sunglasses offer UV protection by checking if the frame features the CE or UV400 mark.”How can I tell if my eyes are sunburned?Photokeratitis, or sunburned eyes, means, “Your eyes will swell and tear a lot, and you could have blurry vision,” ophthalmologist Dr Nishika M. Reddy tells the University of Utah.“You’ll probably be extra light-sensitive, too,” she adds. According to the NHS, other symptoms (which can appear six to 12 hours after sun exposure) include redness, swollen eyelids, a headache, increased tears and a feeling of pain “likened to having sand in the eyes.” Stay inside, rest your eyes, and use any eye drops you may have been prescribed for the issue as instructed, the continue. Related...This 2-Second Trick Helps To Keep Sunscreen Cool On The Beach1 Important Place You're Forgetting To Apply SunscreenPeople Are Just Realising How Often We're Actually Meant To Reapply Sunscreen, And Wow

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