Wondering how dark our sunglasses are? Or what is the best lens darkness category to protect your eyes from the sun? All Roshambo sunglasses lenses are Sunglasses Category 3 in terms of darkness, which falls into line with the European standard for UV protective sunglasses and also meet regulated United States safety standards. All of our sunglasses also have polarized lenses, which provides 100% protection against UVA, UVB and UVC rays.

ARE DARK SUNGLASSES BETTER?

Did you know that dark sunglasses don't necessarily provide UV protection? The UV treatment applied to lenses does not cause them to appear dark or tinted. The dark or gray colored tint is to provide comfort to the eyes when outdoors, which is why we provide a sunglasses category 3 of darkness on all of our lenses - gray and mirrored lenses.

WHY ARE POLARIZED LENSES BETTER?

Polarized lenses reduce glare and eye strain, while still delivering 100% UVA/B/C protection. We take kids eye protection seriously: as much as 50% of lifetime UV damage to your eyes occurs before the age of 10 and is irreversible - causing terrible long-term ailments!

WHAT ARE THE SUNGLASSES LENS CATEGORIES?

Lens Category 0: Fashion Sunglasses (81 - 100% sunglasses light transmission percentage)

These category type of sunglasses lenses are for fashion or indoor use. They are not considered "real" sunglasses, since they have a very low ability to reduce sun glare and provide limited or no UV protection. Category 0 sunglasses are not dark sunglasses and have a sunglasses light transmission percentage of 81 to 100 percent.

Lens Category 1: Fashion Sunglasses (44 - 80% sunglasses light transmission percentage)

Like category 0 sunglasses lenses, these are not considered "real" sunglasses and are for low sun exposure. However, they do provide limited sun glare reduction and some UV protection. Fashion sunglasses with category 1 lenses are not recommended for driving at night. Category 1 sunglasses have a sunglasses light transmission percentage of 44 to 80 percent.

Lens Category 2: Sunglasses (19 - 43% sunglasses light transmission percentage)

These sunglasses lenses provide a medium level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection. Category 2 sunglasses have a sunglasses light transmission percentage of 19 to 43 percent.

Lens Category 3: Sunglasses (9 - 18% sunglasses light transmission percentage)

The best you can get for standard sunglasses. Sunglasses lenses with category 3 lenses provide a high level of sun glare reduction and good level of UV protection against strong sun brightness and light reflected off of water or snow. All Roshambo sunglasses have Category 3 lenses in terms of darkness. Category 3 sunglasses have a sunglasses light transmission percentage of 9 to 18 percent.

Lens Category 4: Sunglasses (3 - 8% sunglasses light transmission percentage)

These are special-purpose sunglasses that provide a very high level of sun glare reduction and good UV protection. Never wear Category 4 sunglasses while driving. Category 4 sunglasses have a sunglasses light transmission percentage of 3 to 8 percent.

WHY IS THIS SO IMPORTANT?

UV damage is just as much of a concern for your eyes as it is your skin! Children run an increased risk of UV damage to their eyes because their lens is still clear and the pupil is wider than in adults. As much as 50% of lifetime UV damage to your eyes occurs before the age of 10 and is irreversible - causing terrible long-term ailments! Roshambo polarized sunglasses help shield your baby's eyes from the suns harmful UV rays.

Learn more about some of our sun safety for your eyes here.