Why blue light glasses?
What are blue light glasses? And why are they suddenly on everyone’s list of essential items?
If you’re wondering what blue light glasses are and why this specialized eyewear is popping up everywhere, you’re not alone. While doctors and scientists say there’s nothing inherently bad about blue light, most agree that blue light blocking glasses are a smart choice in today’s device-saturated world.
Whether you’re spending time on a digital device because you’re working to fund your next adventure, researching your next weekend escape or just gathering some inspiration for whenever you can safely travel again, do your eyes a favor and grab a pair of blue light glasses.
The benefits of blue light glasses
There are several key benefits to slipping on a pair of blue light glasses before diving into some screen time. From reducing eye fatigue to enjoying a better night’s sleep, a pair of blue light glasses can make your eyes feel better. Picking up a pair of blue light glasses is the kind of easy fix that’ll have you saying, “Why didn’t I do this sooner?”
Blue light glasses are often called blue light blocking glasses or computer glasses because they protect your eyes from blue light, a wavelength of light emitted by screens–think cell phones, tablets, laptops, computers and televisions–that strains your eyes, leading to fatigue and even tension headaches. If you experience eye fatigue from overexposure to blue light, be sure to take regular breaks from your screen and maintain a safe distance from your devices, in addition to wearing blue light glasses.
Blue light is actually a natural wavelength of light. Remember the ROYGBIV light spectrum from your high school science class? There’s nothing inherently bad about blue light (or any other color light)–it’s just the amount of blue light and the time of day that can be less than optimal for our eye health.
In nature, blue light is strongest in the early morning, which means that using a digital device before bedtime can trick your brain into thinking it’s morning, even if it’s actually late at night. If you’ve ever had difficulty falling asleep after spending 30 minutes before bed scrolling through your phone or watching a movie on your laptop, you’ve experienced one of the common effects of blue light. You may be physically exhausted, but your brain believes it’s morning and is trying to tell you to rise and shine.
Insomnia is no fun, especially when you’ve got early morning workout plans, like going for a bike ride or trail run. Do your quality of sleep–and your eyes–a favor and wear blue light glasses, especially in those crucial hours before you go to bed.
The world's most comfortable computer glasses
When choosing a pair of blue light glasses, style and comfort are two important factors to consider. You want to look good and feel good on that next Zoom call, right?
Our ultra-popular blue light collection includes four of our bestselling silhouettes in eight colorways, so you can pick something that fits your unique sense of style. From the bold, cateye Makani to the classic round Dipsea, square Headland and Madrona to the stylish, modern Yuba, you’re sure to find something you love among our collection of blue light computer glasses.
When it comes to choosing a pair of computer glasses, comfort is key. After all, if your job involves sitting in front of a computer, you will be wearing these glasses for at least eight hours per
To ensure your computer glasses are comfortable, choose a pair that is lightweight and well-fitting. At Sunski, we've got you covered in both aspects–all Sunski blue light glasses weigh less than one ounce and are tested on a wide range of face sizes and shapes to ensure they will be comfortable enough to wear all day, just like our polarized sunglasses.
Gaming glasses: Next level blue light blockers
Whether you’re picking out a pair of gaming glasses for your next multiplayer battle or you’re using gaming to fuel your outdoor sports obsession in the offseason, a pair of blue light gaming glasses will keep your eyes feeling strong and ready for anything
Blue light gaming glasses are designed for extended wear, with features intended to prevent discomfort, eye strain and fatigue, all of which could curb your ability to progress to the next level. Who needs blurry vision when they’re fighting for their (virtual) life? Without a pair of protective gaming glasses, it’s game over for your tired eyes.
The crystal clear lenses in our blue light computer glasses are designed to give you superior optical clarity without color distortion, so you can see the screen exactly as the game designers intended.
Got a young gamer in the family? We also offer blue light glasses for kids. Pick up a pair of blue light blocking gaming glasses to keep their young eyes happy and protected from blue light, whether it’s for school or playtime.