Choosing your sunglasses
A great pair of sunglasses should not only look good, but it is important they protect your eyes too. From cat eye to aviator styles, tinted lenses to polarised lenses & with 100% UVA & UVB protection, we can help keep your eyes protected as well as stylish, without compromising on what makes you, you!
Why do I need sunglasses?
Wearing sunglasses plays an important part in minimising the risk of damaging your eyes.
It turns out that our eyes are up to 10 times more sensitive to UV damage than our skin. From cataracts, where the lens gradually clouds, & your vision becomes blurry, to macular degeneration, where the central part of your vision fades, exposing our eyes to UV light could have damaging long-term effects.
Learn more about sunglasses, their uses & how they protect your eyes, here.
How do I choose the best sunglasses for me?
Like your sun cream, sunglasses should have the right amount of UVA & UVB protection. Here at Boots Opticians, you can rest assured that all of our sunglasses meet the International Standard EN ISO 12312-1:2013.
Plus, all of our sunglasses are available with prescription or non-prescription lenses. An eye test isn’t always needed, just bring a valid prescription within two years along with you.
What sunglasses are available at Boots Opticians?
From designer brands like Ray-Ban & Saint Laurent to own brand frames like Boots Eyewear & Kyusu – we have a range of frames to choose from, whatever your style. A member of our opticians' team will be ready help you find the perfect pair that suits your style, face shape, & lifestyle.
Can I add extra features?
See what’s possible with extra features that you can add to your sunglasses to help with activities like driving or your favourite sporting activities.
Polarised lenses
These lenses help to reduce glare such as when light reflects off surfaces like roads, water & windows. A great option for daytime driving & outside sports. For an additonal £70, we can add polarised lenses to most of our frames.
Tinted lenses
Although the colour of your tint won’t affect the level of UV protection, tints can help reduce eye strain, improve contrast & enhance depth awareness. From green, grey & brown to mirrored blue & silver, our in-store opticians will help you choose a tint that’s right for your lifestyle.
Find out more about the lens options we have available.
How do I get started?
Come & visit us in store at your local Boots Opticians where our in-store colleagues can offer advice on which frames best suit your face shape & lifestyle. If you need corrective lenses adding, you’ll need to bring your prescription along – don’t worry if it’s from a different opticians, we can still use it. If your prescription isn’t up to date, we’ll need to test your eyes. You can book an eye test with us online or you can call us.
Intrigued about warranty, care & returns? Take a look at our Complete Satisfaction Guarantee here. We’ll still be there to help, even after you’ve walked out in your new shades.
