11/27/2025
🕶️ Winter Isn’t a Break From UV — Especially for Kids
Most people think sunglasses are just for summer… but winter actually exposes our eyes to some of the harshest UV of the year.
Snow reflects up to 80% of UV light, meaning your child’s eyes get hit from above and below, even on cloudy days.
That extra exposure can increase the risk of:
• Photokeratitis (sunburn on the eye)
• Early cataract development
• Dryness and light sensitivity
• Long-term retinal changes
Kids are even more vulnerable because their lenses are clearer and allow more UV reach to the retina.
👓 Solution: A proper pair of sunglasses with 100% UVA/UVB protection, not just dark tint.
Winter or summer, sunny or cloudy, UV protection matters.
If you’re not sure what’s best for your child, we can help you choose something comfortable, durable, and truly protective.
Healthy habits start young, and so does protecting their vision.
Niagara Vision
📍 4725 Dorchester Road, Niagara Falls
📞 905-371-3937
