Blue Light Glasses
Let your eyes take a break from the constant exposure to digital blue light.
What is Blue Light?
Blue light is a form of high energy visible light, or HEV, which falls within the visible light spectrum at wavelengths of 380-500 nanometers. The primary source of blue light is the sun, but artificial sources like digital screens also emit blue light. Blue light helps in regulating our circadian rhythm by keeping us active during the day. However, exposure to artificial blue light may negatively impact your sleep pattern. Blue light glasses come with a special coating in the lens which filters harmful blue light from digital screens, including computers, smartphones, and TVs.
FAQs
I don’t have a prescription, do I still need glasses that block blue light?
Everyone who uses smartphones, tablets or laptops in the modern age needs protection against harmful blue light- whether you have a prescription or not.
Do blue light glasses work?
Blue light glasses have lenses that are treated to block most of the blue light from reaching your eyes. Since the anterior parts of our eyes are not good at blocking blue light, they reach the retina and can harm it. Blue light glasses can help prevent that.
Do blue light-blocking glasses have a UV protection coating?
Not all blue light-blocking glasses have a UV protection coating. However, with every pair of glasses from Specscart, including those with digital blue lenses, you get free anti-glare, anti-UV, anti-scratch, and impact-resistant coatings.
How much do blue light glasses cost?
You can add digital blue light lenses to any of your favourite frames for an additional £15 for non-prescription glasses and £25 for prescription ones.
Can I choose blue light lenses with all Specscart glasses?
Yes, you can select our X-Blue lenses, also known as digital blue lenses, with any frame of your choice.
Does blue light trigger migraines?
Researchers and clinical studies have suggested that there is a link between migraines and blue light exposure. It has been found that blue light wavelengths can intensify migraine headaches. However, more research is needed to reach a conclusion as of now.
Do X-Blue lenses appear clear or have they got tint on them?
X-Blue lenses are absolutely crystal clear. Our lenses use advanced technology and include blue-light filtering technology in the monomer of the lens to offer you a crystal clear view while filtering the harmful blue light.
Do blue light glasses help with headaches and eye strain?
Blue light glasses help you reduce eye strain and headaches caused by blue-light exposure from digital screens.
Can I wear blue light glasses all the time?
Yes, they are meant to be used just like any other eyewear. You can wear blue light glasses when working on screens and wear them all day if you have been prescribed corrective lenses by an optician.
Are blue light-blocking glasses safe?
Absolutely, blue light-blocking glasses provide safety against digital screens. They are safe to wear and go a long way in keeping your eyes relaxed.
Are computer glasses and blue light glasses the same?
They are similar, but not always the same. Blue light glasses are designed to filter blue light from screens, while computer glasses may also include features like anti-glare coating and prescriptive power for more comfortable screen use.
Do I need a prescription for computer glasses?
Prescriptions are only meant to correct refractive errors. If you had an eye check recently and weren’t prescribed lenses by the optician, you won’t need prescription glasses. You can simply get a pair of non-prescriptive blue light glasses in that case.
Can computer glasses damage your eyes?
No, they absolutely do not. In fact, computer glasses exist so that you can work or play on the computer unhindered by the harmful blue light emanating from it.
Which blue light-blocking glasses should you use when using a computer?
If you need vision correction, whether single vision or varifocal, we suggest having a coating of ‘digital blue light protection’ on your regular prescription pair. Otherwise, you should use a pair of non-prescription ones with the same coating when using a computer. Anti-glare lenses can be a great addition as they protect your eyes against harsh glare from the screen. The good news is that all our lenses come with anti-glare, anti-UV, anti-scratch, and impact-resistant coatings for free.
Do blue light glasses help with TV?
Yes! Blue light glasses are meant to protect your eyes against all sorts of digital devices - including TVs, smartwatches, gaming consoles, etc.
