What Are Polarized Lenses & How Do I Add Them?

If you spend a lot of time outdoors, drive during the day, or love being near the water, polarized lenses are one of the best upgrades you can choose for your sunglasses.

Here is a simple guide to how they work, why they are better than regular sunglasses, and how to add them to your order.

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How Do Polarized Lenses Work? (The "Window Blinds" Trick)

Think of polarized lenses like microscopic vertical window blinds for your eyes.

When sunlight hits flat surfaces like water, a wet road, or a car hood, the light bounces off horizontally. This horizontal light creates that blinding, painful white light we call glare.

Regular sunglasses just make everything darker, but they don't block glare. Polarized lenses have a special filter built in that blocks horizontal light waves completely, letting only safe, vertical light through.

Why Choose Polarized Lenses over Regular Sunglasses?

Polarized lenses offer massive benefits for your everyday life:

Eliminates Glare: Stops blinding reflections from water, glass, and roads.
Safer Driving: Helps you see clearly through your windshield and spot hazards on the road faster.
True Color Perception: Unlike regular sunglasses that can wash out colors, polarized lenses actually make colors look richer and more vibrant.
Reduces Eye Strain: No more squinting! Your eyes can finally relax, preventing outdoor headaches.

How to Add Polarized Lenses to Your Order

Adding polarized lenses to your favorite frames takes just three simple steps:

Choose Your Frame: Select any sunglasses frame on our website.
Select Your Vision Type: Choose whether you want your glasses with your Prescription (Rx) or as Non-Prescription (Plano).
Select Polarized: Under the "Sunglasses Lens Selection" step at checkout, select the Polarized lens option.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Can I get polarized lenses with my prescription?

Yes! We can craft polarized lenses for almost any prescription. Whether you need single-vision lenses, bifocals, or progressives, we've got you covered.

❓ Can I get polarized lenses in my favorite brand?

Yes! Polarized lenses are available across all of your favorite designer and house brands.