Blue Light Protection
Reduce digital eye strain and support better sleep patterns
What is Blue Light?
Blue light is a high-energy visible (HEV) light with wavelengths between 400-500 nanometers. While some blue light exposure during the day is natural and beneficial for regulating our circadian rhythm, excessive exposure from digital devices can cause problems.
Common Sources of Blue Light
- Computer screens and laptops
- Smartphones and tablets
- LED television screens
- Fluorescent and LED lighting
- Gaming devices
- Digital displays and monitors
How Blue Light Affects You
Digital Eye Strain
Extended screen time can cause tired, dry eyes, headaches, and difficulty focusing. Blue light contributes to these symptoms by causing your eyes to work harder to focus on digital displays.
Sleep Disruption
Blue light exposure in the evening can suppress melatonin production, making it harder to fall asleep and affecting overall sleep quality and duration.
Eye Fatigue
Constant exposure to blue light from screens can lead to increased blinking, watery eyes, and general eye discomfort throughout the day.
Circadian Rhythm Impact
Excessive blue light exposure, especially in the evening, can disrupt your natural sleep-wake cycle, leading to long-term sleep pattern issues.
Benefits of Blue Light Protection
Reduced Eye Strain
Blue light filtering helps reduce the contrast and glare that contributes to digital eye strain, allowing for more comfortable screen use throughout the day.
Better Sleep Quality
By filtering blue light in the evening, you can help maintain your natural circadian rhythm and improve sleep onset and quality.
Enhanced Visual Comfort
Blue light coating can improve visual contrast and reduce halos around bright objects, particularly beneficial in low-light conditions.
Who Benefits Most from Blue Light Protection?
- Office workers who spend 6+ hours daily on computers
- Students with heavy screen time for studies and entertainment
- Gamers who spend extended periods on devices
- Remote workers with multiple screen setups
- Healthcare professionals using digital equipment regularly
- Anyone experiencing eye strain, headaches, or sleep issues related to screen use
Add Blue Light Protection to Your Lenses
Blue Light Protection
+£20
Advanced blue light filtering coating that reduces digital eye strain while maintaining colour accuracy.
- Filters harmful blue light wavelengths
- Maintains natural colour perception
- Reduces glare and reflections
- Compatible with all lens types
Blue Light + UV Bundle
+£35
Save £10 vs separate purchase
Complete protection package combining blue light filtering with comprehensive UV protection.
- Blue light protection coating
- 100% UV-A and UV-B protection
- Anti-reflection coating included
- Enhanced lens durability
The Science Behind Blue Light Protection
Our blue light filtering technology is applied during the lens manufacturing process by POG Lenses, our trusted lens supplier. The coating selectively filters high-energy blue light while maintaining excellent optical clarity.
Selective Filtering
Targets specific blue light wavelengths (415-455nm) that are most associated with digital eye strain and sleep disruption.
Colour Accuracy
Maintains natural colour perception for design work, photography, and everyday activities requiring accurate colour vision.
Durable Coating
Hard-wearing coating that won't scratch or wear off during normal use, providing long-lasting protection.
Multi-Layer Technology
Advanced multi-layer coating that combines blue light filtering with anti-reflection properties for optimal visual comfort.
Ready to Protect Your Eyes?
Add blue light protection to any of our lens options for just £20 extra, or choose our comprehensive Blue Light + UV Bundle for complete protection.