Side shields, which may or may not be detachable, are often included as part of the frame so that wind and snow are kept away from the eye area. Many frame styles that look more like sunglasses also have cable , or wraparound, temples that keep the frame firmly in place until you want to remove it. The lenses used in ski goggles are frequently a yellow-orange hue. This color enhances contrast, enabling you to make out shapes, objects, and bumps in the snow more clearly because it blocks out the blue, or hazy, end of the color spectrum. Rose is another good contrast-enhancing color.
Polarized lenses are another popular choice in ski goggles.
Polarized lenses are available in traditional sun shades such as gray and brown, as well as in the yellow or rose tones that combine better contrast with glare reduction to afford you optimum visual acuity. Ski goggles come in large, one-piece constructions that can be worn alone by persons with no visual correction or by those wearing contact lenses. Or they will accommodate smaller eyeglasses or sunglasses worn beneath them. Some models also come with inserts for prescription lenses that can be made to your individual specifications and placed between the goggle lens and your eyes. If you're interested in these, ask your eyecare practitioner about them.