Review: Julbo Sunglasses

Do you worry about the sun’s effects on your children’s eyes?  In Phoenix, we expect more than 300 days of sunshine each year — so I do worry about the sun’s effects on my children’s eyes!

I was thrilled recently to receive samples of children’s sunglasses from Julbo. They are the only company that makes sunglasses for all ages — from infant to adult.

Lydia is wearing a pair of pink Julbo Bubble sunglasses made for 3 – 5 yo. They are new for 2010 and they are adorable!  The plastic frames are made from a durable plastic that is soft to the touch and fits her head snugly, but not uncomfortably.  The frames are bendable so I don’t have to worry about her easily snapping them.  She can run around like the crazy child she is and they won’t fall off!  They are lightweight and I think she forgets she’s even wearing them after a few minutes. The hinges are bendable as well, which I think adds to the comfort level.

She loves the color and I love the fact they wrap around her head to provide full protection of her eyes.  I also like the fact that they are dark.  They block 88% of visible light and 100% of harmful UVA, B and C rays.

I also had the chance to  review their infant style — Julbo Looping Sunglasses. These have no hinges, a very soft elastic band to hold it on an infant or small toddler’s head AND their frames are symmetrical so there is no wrong way to put them on! I wish I had known about them years ago when I struggled to find appropriate sunglasses for my kids.

These glasses are even darker – blocking 95% visible light and also protecting from all the harmful UV rays.

I highly recommend this brand because they provide a high quality product at an affordable price. We have gone through a couple pairs of cheap sunglasses, and these are far superior to those we picked up for less than $8.

If you’re looking for a baby shower gift, birthday gift, or for your own kids, I think these would make an excellent gift!  I plan to get a pair of Julbo Next Sunglasses for Nate, and wish they came in prescription options for Colin!

Disclosure: I received 2 pair of Julbo sunglasses to facilitate my honest and complete review.  Thanks to Julbo for sending them to me!

Melanie Rogers is a wife and homeschooling mom of 3 children. She enjoys helping other busy moms find great products to delight their families and make their lives easier. She's always on the lookout for a great bargain, too! You can also find Melanie blogging frequently at My Little Patch of Sunshine.