New Blue Light Glasses from Eyeconic
Posted Apr 8, 2021 | Tips, Tricks & Tech
As we continue to work and learn from home, the amount of time we spend in front of a screen is probably more time than we spend doing anything else—especially if you enjoy binge-watching your favorite shows or playing video games for longer than you might like to admit.
More screen time means more exposure to the blue light emitted from digital devices. As many Eyeconic employees have been working from home, we have recognized the importance of caring for our eyes now more than ever. We wanted to add another product to our site that would help us do just that, for those of us who don’t wear prescription glasses!
INTRODUCING: Non-prescription blue light glasses for men, women, and kids brought to you by Eyeconic. But first, a brief blue light FAQ.
What is blue light?
Our friends at VSP® explain it well:“If you’re unfamiliar with blue light, it’s the range of light with the highest amount of energy in the visible light spectrum (the light we can see). Modern devices like smartphones, tablets, and computer monitors all emit blue light. While historically we’ve gotten our daily dose of blue light from the sun, our increased exposure to blue light from these modern devices has been linked to the onset of digital eye strain.1”
Why does blue light exposure matter?
Your eyes weren’t built to process blue light well. So they work extra hard trying to bring this light into focus, which can cause eye strain. Think of it like running a marathon where someone keeps moving the finish line back.
Screen time is estimated to have increased from 8.4 hours a day in 2018 to 13.28 hours in 2020.2 Scientific research has linked blue light to the onset of digital eye strain in as little as two hours of exposure. Your eyes are putting in overtime daily which can contribute to digital eye strain and symptoms like tired eyes, blurred vision, headaches, and dry eyes.
Screen time is estimated to have increased from 8.4 hours a day in 2018 to 13.28 hours in 2020.2 Scientific research has linked blue light to the onset of digital eye strain in as little as two hours of exposure. Your eyes are putting in overtime daily which can contribute to digital eye strain and symptoms like tired eyes, blurred vision, headaches, and dry eyes.
How do blue light glasses help?
Blue light glasses on Eyeconic.com® come with a premium anti-reflective coating, TechShield® Blue, which helps reduce blue light exposure by absorbing and reflecting specific wavelengths of blue light associated with digital eye strain. Even without a prescription, all glasses from Eyeconic include the same high-quality lens material with 100% UV protection, scratch resistance, and anti-reflective coating.
For Adults: Lenton & Rusby Glasses
Do you use an electronic device for a majority of your day? If so, you might have experienced digital eye strain, or what we like to call, “the blue light blues.” Here are some non-prescription glasses that can help you reduce blue light exposure while either on the job or while catching up on the latest season of your show.
Lenton & Rusby LR5005 Blue Light
What you need to know:- Type: Glasses for women
- Shape: Square
- Frame size: 52-17-140
- Color: Black, Crystal, or Tortoise
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Lenton & Rusby LR4007 Blue Light
What you need to know:- Type: Glasses for men
- Shape: Rectangle
- Frame size: 53-18-145
- Color: Black or Navy
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For Kids: Kilter Eyewear
In June 2020, 44% of children and teens aged 0-17 spent more than four hours per day using electronic devices3—23% higher than only a few of months prior. Plus, online learning can be hard; let’s make it easier by combatting digital eye strain one pair of blue light glasses at a time.Kilter K5010 Blue Light
What you need to know:- Type: Glasses for kids
- Shape: Oval
- Frame size: Small 47-15-125
- Color: Aqua
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Kilter K4010 Blue Light
What you need to know:- Type: Glasses for kids
- Shape: Rectangle
- Frame size: Extra Small 46-15-125
- Color: Brown/Green
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Connect your vision insurance to save!
You can save 20% off blue light glasses by connecting your insurance online at Eyeconic. USE MY INSURANCE SHOP NOWHow do I know my glasses size?
You’ll typically see numbers like “49 21 145” referring to the Lens Width, Bridge Distance, and Temple Length. When shopping on Eyeconic, the Lens Width (49) defines the size. But don’t worry, we’ve simplified things to make it easy for you to find the right fit.
SOURCES:
- VSP | The ‘New Workplace’ and Its Impact on Our Eyes
- https://eyesafe.com/covid-19-screen-time-spike-to-over-13-hours-per-day/
- 2020 Statista Report: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1189204/us-teens-children-screen-time-daily-coronavirus-before-during/