The Hidden Dangers of Sunlight on Your Child’s Eyes

Urband Creative
Oct 24
2 min read

Childhood is full of outdoor adventures like sports, family outings and endless play under the sun. While these moments are essential for healthy growth, many parents often focus on sunscreen and hats, yet some overlook one critical area: their child’s eyes. Just like skin, eyes are vulnerable to the sun’s rays and need proper protection to stay healthy.

Hidden Dangers of Sunlight

We all know the sun can be a lot of fun, but for children the sun rays may pose a hidden threat to their eyes. Since children spend more time outdoors, they get a larger dose of UV radiation. Their developing crystalline lens also has less ability to filter UV light, which allows more of it to reach the retina.

What Happens When Eyes Get Too Much Sun?

Too much sun can lead to long-term eye problems. Direct exposure can cause eyes to get sunburned, a condition called photokeratitis. This condition is painful and can lead to temporary vision loss. Over time, excessive UV exposure can lead to other severe conditions:

Pterygium: a pinkish tissue growth onto the surface of the eye
Cataracts: cloudy areas that form on the lens of the eye
Eyelid cancer: a rare but dangerous form of cancer that can develop on the eyelids

Simple Steps for Sun Safety

Protecting your child’s eyes doesn’t have to be difficult. Here’s what you can do:

Wear sunglasses and a hat, even if the weather is cloudy
Advise your child not to stare directly at the sun
Avoid peak sun hours (10am to 4pm)
Encourage regular eye exams

Eyelet SunPlus: The Ultimate Solution

Children need UV-blocking sunglasses to protect their eyes during outdoor activities. For children who have prescription glasses, it can be a challenge to find reliable sun protection solutions. But with Eyelet SunPlus, the challenge is solved.

Eyelet SunPlus is designed with innovative features to ensure it is the most reliable sun protection for your child:

Polorize lens: reduces glare from reflective surfaces to improve visibility, enhance color perception and reduce eye strain
Unbreakable design: glasses features patented spring hook and safety knotted stopper to ensure lenses remain securely in place and durable enough for daily wear
Handcrafted quality: the lenses are meticulously hand-stitched with durable nylon string to ensure unmatched quality and durability