When should you wear your eyewear to ensure eye safety?

Wearing eyewear is essential for maintaining eye safety during tanning sessions. The correct response emphasizes the importance of using protective eyewear whenever you are exposed to UV light, not just during tanning sessions but consistently when in environments where UV rays are present. This proactive approach helps protect your eyes from harmful UV radiation that can cause both immediate discomfort and long-term damage, such as cataracts or other eye conditions.

While wearing eyewear only during tanning sessions may seem sufficient, it underestimates the cumulative effects of UV exposure, which can occur at any time when UV light is present. This means that using protective eyewear consistently provides the best defense against potential harm. It's crucial to develop the habit of always wearing protective eyewear when exposed to direct or indirect UV rays to safeguard your eye health effectively.