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Huffington Post // World

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

Friday 16th May 2025, 10:17AM


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,

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