Acrylic plastic does not yellow over time, and its natural properties block nearly all the sun's UV (ultraviolet) fading rays. These are ideal for do-it-yourself projects.

According to ophthalmologists at the Mayo Clinic, lenses made of polycarbonate block virtually 100 percent of the sun’s UVA and UVB rays, even if the lenses are clear.

Polycarbonate Sunglasses Protect Your Eyes From More Than UV — Here's Why to Invest By Chandler Plante Published on May 2, 2024 at 12:45 PM Getty | pixdeluxe ...