Summer’s here, and you might be feeling excited to spend more time outdoors. To make sure that you perform your best when participating in outdoor sports and other activities, you may want to consider getting yourself a pair of performance sunglasses.
How the Summer Sun Can Harm Your Eyes
Summer means long days lounging outside by the pool or going on beach vacations with your family. That said, you should be aware that spending too much time in the sun can be dangerous to your health. In particular, you might increase your risk of developing eye problems.
What Are Blue Light-Blocking Glasses?
When you use a computer, smartphone, or any other digital device for some time, you might notice experiencing eye heaviness or soreness afterward. This is computer vision syndrome or digital eye strain. Here’s what your optometrist has to say about this problem and how using blue light-blocking glasses can work to manage it:
Types of Contact Lens Solutions and Their Uses
Disinfecting your contact lenses with a solution is important for both cleanliness and safety. Keeping your lenses clean prevents eye infection. Your eye doctor will recommend the appropriate solution for your specific contact lenses.
Is Your Eye Makeup Damaging Your Eyes?
Occasionally, eye makeup can cause irritation to your eyes. If you experience any irritation in and around your eyes during or after wearing eye makeup, you should consult your optometrist immediately.
Aging Eyes Part 2: Ways to Maintain Your Visual Health
Although some visual changes are a normal part of aging, they shouldn’t interfere with your daily efficiency or reduce your quality of life. As we celebrate Healthy Aging Month this September, let your reliable optometrist from Alderwood Optical and Canyon Park Vision Clinic share some key steps you can take to maintain your visual health as you age: