Eyeglasses are used to indicate lenses that are worn on the eyes, either as an aid to vision or as a fashion accessory.
History reveals that the earliest double eyeglasses, which appeared in Italy by the late thirteenth century, took the form of two magnifying lenses with the handles riveted together, and needed to be held in front of the eyes or balanced on the nose. The round lenses were ground from beryl, quartz (known as pebble), or glass, with frames of iron, brass, horn, bone, leather, gold, or silver. As eyeglasses were primarily used by monks, scholars, and those both learned enough to be able to read and wealthy enough to own them, they became associated with persons of importance.
The demand for eyeglasses increased dramatically with the invention of printing in the fifteenth century, and mass-production methods evolved to produce inexpensive eyeglasses for the new reading public.
However, Sunglasses, spectacles with tinted lenses, were originally a purely practical safety device, designed to protect the eyes from excess sun and glare. In the twentieth century, they became an important fashion accessory, whose use and meaning continues to evolve.
Sunglasses became more widely available in the 1880s, when bathing and holidays by the sea became popular with the general public; by 1900, inexpensive tinted glasses (now known as "sunglasses") were sold by seaside vendors, and worn by English tourists in Egypt to reduce the desert glare. The invention of the automobile, and the popularity of motoring as a fashionable leisure activity, also brought protective eyewear into common use, and tinted motoring goggles were available by the 1910s.
Sunglasses were occasionally worn for active outdoor sports such as golf and tennis, and for the newly fashionable activity of sunbathing.
A cool pair of sunglasses can serve as a fashion statement, but their main purpose is to block out UV( Ultra violent)rays (which can lead to eye problems).
Choosing the right pair of sunglasses could be a bit challenging with many options available, some pairs protect better than others. Some pairs offer more style. And some are simply the favorite brands such as Kate Spade, Gucci, Maui Jim, Ray Ban and so on. It all depends on the personality of the individual.
Some of the main benefits of wearing sunglasses are:
*Protection from UV rays
*Prevention of glare exposure (from sidewalks, snow, water, heat)
*Self-image enhancement
*Confidence
However, UV protection and style are not the only advantages sunglasses bring to the table. Some people may be trying to hide some facial issues such as wrinkles, emotions, scars etc.
Other usage of Sunglasses can also include:
*Help you look better in pictures
*Give you an unrecognizable look (or cover more of your face)
*Add a level of mystery to your personality
*Make it harder for people to read your eye or know your mood.
*Let you stare at people and get away with it (kind of)
Experts pointed out that wearing sunglasses is beyond just a fashion statement, Many people don’t realize that their eyes can get sunburned similar to their skin. The condition known as photokeratitis is the result of too much UV (Ultra Violent) radiation over a short time period . Some of the symptoms include pain, red eyes, extreme light sensitivity, tearing, and a gritty sensation in the eyes .Fortunately, it is temporary much like a sunburn to the skin. Unfortunately, it can be very painful.
Prolonged sun exposure leads to other long-term problems beyond photokeratitis. UV damage accumulates over time. This is why it is recommended that wearing sunglasses daily and throughout the year is not just for fashion but for better health care. The sun is a leading cause of premature aging to the eyes, but the damage can be delayed for a lifetime of healthy eyes.
Proper sun protection helps prevent a range of eye-health issues including:
*Cataracts
*Abnormal growths in the eyes
*Skin Cancer around the eyes
In addition to preventing damage to the eyes, sunglasses enhance your daily comfort. Since they reduce glare, they also reduce squinting. Some people don’t realize how light sensitive they are until they experience improved comfort from wearing a good pair of sunglasses.
Infact, when you put on sunglasses, you realised that you feel cool, calm and confident.
Speaking with Yemisi Idowu , a University student, she stated that she loves wearing sunglasses because she wants to avoid distractions especially when she is around the University premises.
" I can’t see the haters anymore, Once I slip those sunglasses past the bridge of my nose, people disappear. Am free to roam about in my own world, protected, hater-free realm in peace and quiet.
Sunglasses are best used in this situation when you’re walking from your residence hall to the classroom. Also, when am in school for early morning classes, and am not unsure as to why am awake. Sunglasses have got me covered" she explained .
Other ladies wear sunglasses for other reasons, some do to avoid conversations, others do to look sexy, cooler and disguise, whatever the reasons for wearing stylish sunglasses, both as protection against the sun as well as a fashion accessory you need to check out these pros and cons of wearing sunglasses all the time:
Pros and cons of wearing sunglasses all the time:
Whether it’s bright and sunny, or overcast with grey skies, if you love wearing sunglasses, then you should consider what effect it would have on your eye health.
1. To see better in the sun
The obvious reason why ladies wear sunglasses is that it protects from the strong glare of sunlight. On extremely sunny days, if you don’t wear sunglasses, you might get migraines or headaches.
2. It protects from glare and water
When you’re going skiing, sunglasses are a must as they will protect from the strong glare of the sun being reflected from the slopes. Some people have suffered severe damage to the eyes due to this glare. Similarly wear your shades while undergoing water activities.
3. Sunglasses protects the skin around the eyes
One of the reasons why you see some people wearing sunglasses all the time, is that they want to protect the soft and sensitive skin around the eyes. The skin around the eyes is susceptible to developing wrinkles known as ‘crow’s feet’ and if you spend a lot of time in the sun, you should definitely wear sunglasses to avoid premature wrinkles around the eyes.
4. It protects from photophobia
There are some individuals who suffer from a condition known as ‘photophobia’. This condition does not allow them to look at bright light or low light. Their eyes begin to bring out water, they get migraines and sometimes start sneezing too. So people who are adversely affected by sunlight or artificial light, have to keep wearing sunglasses all the time, even at night.
Experts however advised that you should avoid wearing sunglasses during all the daylight hours, as it will block the beneficial wavelength of light rays from reaching the eyes. Sunlight provides nutrition to the eyes, and maintains several processes in the brain. Sunlight falling on the eyes and other parts of the body regulates the sleep hormones, leading to good sleep patterns.
In addition, wearing sunglasses day and night, will make you lose your ability to adapt to different light conditions. Just as we lose parts of the ⁰ body when we don’t use them, so also our eyes lose their flexibility.
So no matter what purpose you wear your sunglasses for, ladies wear them with caution!
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