Blue light lenses

Block the Strain – Discover Our Blue Light Lenses

Spending long hours in front of screens? Our blue light lenses are designed to reduce digital eye strain, improve sleep, and keep your eyes feeling fresh from morning to night.

Whether you're working on a laptop, scrolling your phone, or watching your favourite show, blue light blocking glasses are a smart way to stay comfortable during screen-heavy days.

At Glasses Outlet, we combine stylish frames with advanced blue light filtering lenses that reduce exposure to the harsh wavelengths emitted by screens. Choose from a wide range of affordable screen glasses that not only protect your eyes but also suit your style.

Our collection includes options for work, study, and everyday use. Lightweight, durable, and customisable, these lenses offer protection and comfort without compromise.

Looking for blue light prescription lenses? We've got you covered – with options for distance, reading, or multifocal needs.

Say goodbye to tired, dry eyes and hello to all-day screen comfort. Our blue light blocking lenses make screen time easier on your eyes—and easier on your wallet.

Shop now and explore our full range of blue light glasses – smart eyewear for the digital world.


Blue light lenses, particularly those with a blue light filter coating, are designed to mitigate the potential adverse effects of prolonged exposure to blue light emitted by digital screens and artificial lighting. Here’s a breakdown of their benefits and functionality:

 Key Features and Benefits:

 Selective Filtering

  - "Harmful Blue Light Reduction": The coating reflects and cuts high-energy blue-violet light, which is associated with eye strain and potential retinal damage.
  - "Beneficial Blue Light Transmission" It allows beneficial blue-turquoise light to pass through, which is essential for regulating circadian rhythms and maintaining overall visual comfort.

Enhanced Visual Comfort

  - "Reduced Eye Fatigue"By filtering out excessive blue light, these lenses help alleviate eye strain caused by prolonged screen use.
  - "Improved Contrast" The coating enhances contrast perception, making it easier to focus on screens and reducing the need for excessive brightness.
  - "Flicker Reduction" Minimizes screen flickering, which can contribute to eye discomfort.

 "Glare Reduction"

  - The lenses reduce glare from screens and artificial lighting, further enhancing visual comfort, especially in low-light or indoor environments.

 "Sleep Quality Improvement"

  - By neutraliisng blue light exposure, particularly in the evening, these lenses can help regulate melatonin production, potentially improving sleep quality and reducing sleeplessness.

 "Durability and Clarity":

  - Blue light control coatings are often integrated with anti-reflective coatings, ensuring long lasting lens clarity.

 How They Work:

- The blue light filter coating reflects a portion of blue light, which can often be seen as a blueish tint on the lens surface.
- This reflection reduces the amount of blue light entering the eyes, creating a more balanced and comfortable visual experience.

 Ideal Use Cases:

- "Indoor Environments": Especially useful in low-light settings or during nighttime when artificial lighting and screen use are prevalent.
- "Digital Device Users": Ideal for individuals who spend extended periods on computers, smartphones, tablets, or other digital screens.
- "Gamers and Professionals": Beneficial for those who require prolonged focus on screens, such as gamers, office workers, and designers.

 Limitations:

- While blue light lenses can reduce eye strain and improve comfort, they are not a cure-all solution. It’s still important to follow the 20-20-20 rule (every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds) and maintain good screen habits.

In summary, blue light lenses with a specialised filter coating offer a practical solution for reducing the negative effects of blue light exposure, enhancing visual comfort, and promoting better eye health in our increasingly digital world.

FAQs – Blue Light Lenses

What are blue light lenses?

Blue light lenses are specially coated lenses designed to filter out a portion of the blue-violet light emitted from screens and artificial lighting. These lenses help reduce eye strain, improve visual comfort, and may support healthier sleep patterns.

How do blue light lenses work?

Blue light lenses use a filtering coating to reflect or absorb high-energy blue wavelengths from digital screens. This reduces glare, eye fatigue, and potential disruption to your circadian rhythm.

 

 

Can I wear blue light lenses all day?

Yes, you can wear blue light glasses all day. They're safe and comfortable for extended use, especially if you spend long hours looking at screens at work or home.

 

 

Can I get blue light lenses with a prescription?

Absolutely. We offer blue light prescription lenses for all vision types – including reading, distance, bifocal, and varifocal. You’ll get the protection of blue light filtering combined with your exact prescription.

 

 

Can I add blue light protection to my current glasses?

Yes – you can reglaze your existing frames with blue light lenses or request blue light coating when ordering replacement lenses. It’s an easy way to upgrade your eyewear.

 

 

Do blue light glasses really reduce eye strain?

Yes, blue light blocking glasses help minimise digital eye strain by reducing glare and limiting exposure to blue light, especially during prolonged screen use.

 

 

Do blue light lenses help with sleep?

Yes. Blue light lenses can support better sleep by filtering the wavelengths that interfere with melatonin production. Wearing them in the evening may help reduce sleep disruption caused by screens.

 

 

Do blue light lenses offer UV protection too?

Many of our blue light lenses also include UV-blocking properties, offering extra protection against both artificial and natural sources of eye strain.

 

 

Will blue light glasses affect colour perception?

Blue light filtering lenses may have a slight yellow or amber tint that can subtly warm up cool colours like blue and white. Most users find this easy to adjust to and even soothing on the eyes.

 

 

Are blue light lenses good for night driving?

Yes, blue light glasses can be worn while driving at night. They help reduce glare from headlights and dashboard screens, which may improve clarity and comfort during evening journeys.