EZOnTheEyes

Glasses vs. Contact Lenses vs. LASIK: What’s Right For You?

Written By Michael Healy

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Very few of us are blessed with 20/20 vision our entire life. In fact, according to the University of Iowa, only about 35% of adults have 20/20 vision without the support of glasses, contact lenses, or corrective eye surgery. If you’re amongst the majority, at some point you’ll need to decide how best to address your vision challenges.

Your options are straightforward: you can wear eyeglasses, contact lenses, eyeglasses and contact lenses, or opt for LASIK surgery. When it comes to vision correction, several important factors may influence the choice you make. Let’s take a look at what to consider when deciding on eyeglasses, contact lenses, or LASIK.

UV Protection for Your Eyes

Written By Louise Wood

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Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in the U.S. And exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the leading environmental risk factor for skin cancers.

Of course, using sunscreen helps to protect your skin. But how do you protect your eyes? UV radiation can damage the fragile skin around your eyes as well as the structures inside your eye.

Mom Sunglasses: The 10 Best Sunglasses for Mother’s Day

Written By Barry Silver

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Do you have a great gift planned for Mother’s Day? Flowers? Nah. Instead, go for mom sunglasses!

Sunglasses are a great gift. Mom will love you for it—even if she already has a pair or two. Designer shades will give your mother a cool new look and keep her eyes protected from the sun’s rays.

You’ll find hundreds of brands and thousands of choices for women’s sunglasses at EZContacts. To give you some good ideas, we’ve created a list of ten popular choices, at various price points, from some of our most popular designer brands. This mom sunglasses gift guide is sure to help you find a great gift for your mom!

Bedazzled Sunglasses: Our Top 9 Shiny Shades

Written By Kara Keigan

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Pearls, gems, and rhinestones, oh my! The latest trend amongst sunglasses is made for those who want to stand out. Beautiful, bejeweled, and bedazzled sunglasses with bling are a great way to update your regular shades.

While there are plenty of over-the-top options for those ready to make a statement, there are just as many subtly sparkly substitutes. Use them to update your jeans-and-tee combo or set off your latest Instagram-ready outfit. This summer, the blingier the sunglass, the better!

Treating and Preventing Eye Strain

Written By Michael Healy

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Are your eyes burning, dry, or just seem to water insistently? Do you notice this happening more after work or near the end of the day?

The burning sensation that seemingly comes out of nowhere and the headaches and blurred vision that tend to follow a day spent reading, driving, or staring at a digital screen could be a sign that you need glasses or contact lenses—or it could be a sign that you are suffering from eye strain.