Green eyes contain less melanin, the pigment that protects the retina from UV radiation. This makes them more sensitive to sunlight and glare.
People with green eyes may:
Squint more in bright light
Experience discomfort during snow or beach days
Be more prone to light-induced eye fatigue
✅ Simple solution: Wear UV-protective sunglasses and consider wide-brimmed hats for outdoor protection.
Regular eye exams are also recommended to monitor eye health over time.
♀️ A History Steeped in Myth and Mystery
Green eyes haven’t always been admired.
In the Middle Ages, they were often viewed with suspicion — especially when paired with red hair — and linked to witchcraft, supernatural powers, or devilish charm.
Folklore painted green-eyed women as enchantresses, healers, or otherworldly beings.
While some stories celebrated their mystique, others led to fear and discrimination.
Over time, that mystique transformed into admiration.
Today, green eyes are considered one of the most desirable and alluring eye colors — associated with:
Mystery
Passion
Intelligence
Uniqueness
In fact, multiple surveys rank green as the most attractive eye color, especially among people with blue or brown eyes.
