Why do I have to wear eyeshields when I tan?
Beside it being the law, not wearing eyeshields that meet the standards in the FDA’s 21 CFR 1040.2 can cause irreversible eye damage. UVA rays can even go through closed eyelids and penetrate to the retina where rods and cones can be destroyed. This can lead to color and night blindness (irreversible damage not readily noticible-may take years to realize damage).
