Though polarized sunglass lenses improve comfort and visibility, you may encounter some instances when polarized lenses aren’t advisable. One example is downhill skiing, wherein you actually want to see the bright patches of reflected light because they alert you to icy conditions.

As mentioned above, polarized lenses reduce the visibility of images produced by LCDs found on some digital screens, such as bank automatic teller machines (ATMs) and gas station pumps. With polarized lenses, you may also find it more difficult to see the screen on your phone (depending on the type of screen technology used).

Despite these exceptions, polarized sunglasses offer tremendous advantages when it comes to decreasing eye strain and discomfort in bright sunlight.