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Sure-Fire Eye Protection with Iridium Blue Oakley Sunglasses

Iridium is a member of the platinum family of metals; it is renowned for its ability to take a high polish and withstand wear and tear. It is also known for being resistant to corrosion. No wonder then that iridium blue Oakley sunglasses are tough and durable; they are extremely scratch-resistant and virtually shatterproof. The iridium is incorporated in Oakley’s patented Plutonite lenses, which meet the American National Standards Institute’s (ANSI) requirements for impact protection.

The blue tinted lenses offer eyes protection not just from impact injuries, but also from an insidious form of harm – ultraviolet rays from the sun. Unprotected and prolonged exposure to these UV rays have been shown to cause eye illnesses like cataracts, macular degeneration, eye cancer, and corneal sunburn (photokeratitis). Moreover, some studies suggest that people with blue or light-colored eyes may be sensitive to blue light and develop macular degeneration as a result. Although results are inconclusive, it is better to err on the side of caution. Blue tinted lenses of some Oakley sunglasses are able to block UVA, UVB, and UVC rays, as well as blue light.

So-called blue blockers are tinted, but they do not adversely affect visual acuity or color contrast. In fact, they enhance them. They are also able to filter glare, which is reflected by surfaces like sand, water, and snow – this is one reason why Oakley sunglasses are very popular among people who indulge in sports that involve these elements. It may seem odd that some iridium blue Oakley sunglasses do not have true-blue tints; this is because in order to effectively block blue light, they must somehow contain a yellow tint. Some even have a tinge of plum, like the Oakley XS Five Black Frame with Blue Iridium Lens Youth Fit Sunglasses. The X Metal Juliet model allows 15% light to reach the eyes and provide greater contrast and definition in changing light conditions.

Iridium blue Oakley sunglasses are therefore not just for scoring “looking-cool” points; they actually protect the eyes from the harmful effects of sunlight and its by-products. The tinted lenses, far from curtailing vision, will actually empower the wearer to focus it and fully enjoy the activity at hand.