Blue Light Glasses: Are They Damaging?

Blue light glasses have gained popularity among consumers, especially those subject to sitting in front of screens most of their day. While there are claims that blue light glasses don't seem to have as many pros as some may have you believe, could they be outright dangerous? Let's look into the facts, and wait for the end to hear my personal opinion on these trendy glasses.

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What are blue light glasses?

Blue light is emitted from the screens in our smartphones, tablets, and computers. This light can cause eye strain, reduce sleep quality, or make it harder to wind down into sleep. These symptoms are especially noticeable with prolonged screen usage or "screen time". It is advised to stay off screens that emit blue light at least an hour or so before bed, but sometimes we may be so focused on completing a task or binging videos that we don't notice or care about the consequences. Blue light glasses are built with lenses that prevent this harmful light from making as hard an impact. During those late nights or early mornings, they are intended to protect your eyes or so we've been told.

How effective are they?

According to Laura Downie, an Associate Professor and Dame Kate Campbell Fellow for research excellence in the Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences, in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, at the University of Melbourne, there no evidence they're actually beneficial to blocking blue light. Some sources also state that blue light glasses aren't necessary since there's not enough blue light from our devices to need the protection.

What's my opinion?

I love cute blue light glasses! I feel since wearing them that I do sleep better. It may be a placebo effect, but it works for me. Aside from the practical use of blue light glasses, I love the sleek look they add to my outfits. I may be a bit biased, but long before I was a seller of these cool glasses, I loved wearing them and still do. In conclusion, no these glasses are not damaging! Always do your own research and enjoy wearing what you like!

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