On the road, by the water, or even in the mountains, light can sometimes be blinding to the point of straining the eyes and making vision less comfortable. Classic sunglasses reduce light intensity, ...

Ever marveled at the crystal-clear vision you get when you put on your polarized sunglasses? It’s no magic – just an ingenious application of physics principles. This guide aims to unravel the mystery ...

Polarized sunglasses work by using special chemicals to block light polarized in one direction, thereby eliminating about 50% of the light. Light can also be ‘circularly’ polarized, such that the axis ...

It's a beautiful summer day, and you're outside enjoying the weather. You are wearing your favorite sunglasses for protection from the bright sun. However, you still find yourself squinting when the ...

We’ve all experienced the blinding effect light has when reflecting off shiny surfaces like water, metal or snow. Though many ordinary sunglasses can help protect your eyes from harmful UV rays, they ...

Polarized lenses, like UV sunglasses, protect your eyes from sun damage. While they do offer UV (ultraviolet) protection from the sun's rays, they also have other added benefits. Why are polarized ...

A few years ago, I needed new sunglasses and asked my eye doctor if it was worth it to buy a polarized pair. Popular among athletes, outdoor experts and people who care a lot about their eyes, the ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. The best polarized sunglasses are game-changers. Anyone ...

Many materials emit light in ways that encode information in its polarization. According to researchers at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland, polarization is key for future ...