If you’re thinking about buying an OveRx sunglass, it’s important to know what to look for. All too often, consumers can mistakenly evaluate an OveRx sunglass the same way they would a conventional fashion or sports sunglass. Unfortunately, the unique nature of an OveRx product requires a completely different evaluation process. This document outlines the design aspects, features and components that need to be assessed to make an educated buying decision.
Buying an OveRx sunglass seems like a relatively simple process. You try on various sizes, find one that best fits over your prescription glasses and pay for it. Unfortunately, there are a few things you should do before you ever try a pair on. With the absolute plethora of brands available, not assessing the product properly might have you wearing eyewear that delivers inferior performance and protection.
The first thing you should do is turn the sunglass upside down. What you are looking for is a “return scoop” or “undercarriage”. Products that don’t have underside framework to block out light that is reflected off surfaces below the eyes should not be considered. Up to 70% of light that reaches the eyes can be reflected off pavement, roads, sand or water. Almost any surface can throw light directly into the eyes from below. When wearing an OveRx sunglass, it is critical that reflected light be blocked or it can enter from below the eye line and seriously dilute the performance of the product.
The next thing to look for is an adjustable temple. Because you will be wearing two pairs of glasses (prescription eyewear + OveRx sunglass), it’s very important that the product is comfortable and secure. If the OveRx sunglass is not comfortable, you will end up removing it due to the irritation. Adjustable temples allow you to manually shape them for comfort and fit — a feature missing in cheaper models.
If the product you are looking at has underside protection and adjustable temples, the next thing is to feel the frame material. Is it rigid or pliable? A soft, pliable frame will serve you much better than a rigid one, offering flexibility and durability.
Now the lenses: the centerpiece of performance. Ensure they are polarized and scratch-resistant. Poor lenses can distort your vision and even reduce the performance of your prescription eyewear. A simple test is to look through the lens at a vertical line—if it wobbles as you move the sunglass, that’s a poor lens.
At Live Eyewear, we adhere to strict design and performance parameters to ensure every OveRx sunglass, including Cocoons®, meets the highest standards of comfort, durability and optical precision. Look for the “Authentic OveRx” logo to ensure you’re getting genuine optical-grade protection.
