Buying Guide: Sunglasses for Kids – Children’s eyes are even more vulnerable to UV damage than are their adult counterparts’. That’s why it’s especially important to protect them with quality sunglasses during outdoor adventures. But simply buying sun glasses for kids does not mean they’ll be worn–or will provide the protection for which they’re most needed.
When shopping for kids sunglasses, from babyhood through the early teen years, consider these fine points:
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Babyproofed?
Comfort and stay-put-ivity are the hallmarks of these Baby Banz infant sunglasses.
For infants, buy sunglasses fitted with an adjustable headband to help keep them in place and slow the removal process until they’re accustomed to wearing them. Getting them used to sunglasses early can be very helpful through the toddler and preschool years!
These Baby Banz Adventure sunglasses have an adjustable neoprene head band to help keep them put, plus an added silicone pieces at the nose and forehead for extra comfort. Click here to see more colors and styles of infant sunglasses.
Tough enough?
Composite frames are strong yet flexible (just like you hope your kids will be during travel).
Look for a pair with a flexible (AKA shatterproof) rubber frame for maximum comfort and durability. For example, these boys Under Armour Youth Nitro sunglass frames are a composite of titanium and Grilamid for superior strength & flexibility. Click here to see more flexible kids sunglasses.
Protective enough?
These rubber RIVBOS are flexible and stop 100% of harmful UV rays.
If there’s one thing kids sunglasses often skimp on, it’s the actual protection they provide. Make sure your child’s sunglasses block 100% of UVA and UVB for protection.
These RIVBOS sunglasses for kids are flexible (Dupont rubber frames) and block 100% of UVA and UVB. Plus, the lenses are also polarized, making them especially well suited to long hours on or near the water or snow. They’re also available in more than 20 color combinations!
Stylish enough?
Polarized, flexible, 100% UV-protective sunglasses for kids–with style.
Of course the kids’ sunglasses you buy many have all of this going for them, but if your kid doesn’t want to be seen in them…she probably won’t be for long. Show your young traveler a variety of styles to see which speak to her.
Click here to browse infinite styles of kids sun glasses at Amazon, and remember these pointers as you do. Happy shopping!
