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Your data will be stored securely and not shared with third-parties. If you would like to manage your subscriptions please do so in the email that will follow. # Infographic - Benefits of Polarized Sunglasses and 6 Primary Colors ![Benefits of Polarized Sunglasses.png](https://www.pel-eyewear.com/hubfs/Blog%20Post%20Images/August%20Blog%20Post%20Images/Benefits%20of%20Polarized%20Sunglasses.png) Posted by [Zenobia Chan](https://www.pel-eyewear.com/eyewear-testing-and-inspection-blog/author/zenobia-chan) on 25 August 2017   How much do you know about Polarized sunglasses? Which color lens is suitable for which sport or outdoor activity? This infographic explains the six primary colors and their applications. In a previous blog ["The Benefits of Polarized Sunglasses An Eyewear Startup’s Guide (2017)"](https://www.pel-eyewear.com/eyewear-testing-and-inspection-blog/benefits-of-polarized-sunglasses-an-eyewear-startups-guide-2017) we looked at the six primary colors used for polarized sunglasses. 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