Computer Glasses vs Blue Light Filter Glasses: What's the difference?

Not all "computer glasses" are created equal. In this video I'll show you the difference between glasses that just filter out Blue Light and those that help with Digital Eye Strain. I use Gunnar Optiks and Felix Gray as examples.
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[@NeinFeline]

The short of it: start at 8:40

[@EyeInfluence]

Shorter video coming soon. :)

[@yumyum215]

Thank you!!!

[@muhammadalam958]

So long and no clarification

[@muhammadalam958]

Kindly discribe your video in written form your english can't be understanding

[@shoeengine1161]

3:46 in and all he has said is that blue light glasses filter blue light

[@anishsaurav]

Very informative, great explanations given, all done with a buttery smooth voice and clean editing.

[@sergioruiz9425]

hey there, my wife and I love your video , its super helpful. we decide to get the Felix Grey Glasses without the magnification but my wife and I feel kinda dizzy when we move our heads and idk if that can be from the curvature or they gave us the wrong glasses, please advise.

[@Hmy8799]

I'm just now finding your videos but have had eye strain problems for awhile due to looking at screens multiple hours a day, but couldn't find a reputable source to clearly explain all things blue light glasses! I've ordered 4 or 5 pairs over the past few years from amazon that were all under $20, but have never known if they're working (well) or not and it's been driving me crazy! Thank you so much for providing all the great info you do-- it's clear that you really know what you're talking about and I'm SO happy i finally found your page!!!

[@zilcherr]

thank you so much for sharing this knowledge. it so helps me to decide what i need.

[@kyletremblay5295]

Through all the garbage on KZbin you find one video that's done well

[@EyeInfluence]

You're the real MVP Kyle. Thanks!

[@aliciacampana2451]

hahahah👍🏻

[@jakeorler8799]

Thank you for these videos. I recently enrolled back into school full time and my first semester back my eyes hurt so bad. My vision is fine but I would get random blurry vision and my eyes would just feel extremely dry. I thought it was simply dry eyes but during my winter break everything was fine. You've really helped me to hopefully find relief for this problem. Thank you so much!

[@EyeInfluence]

The best part of that comment is that you went back to school! Thanks for watching the video and all the best with your studies.

[@Kalavati.C]

So informative! Thank you for this video!!!

[@bullshiteshite]

@Eye Influence, I basically have 20/20 vision and was thinking of getting the $40 Prospek computer glasses you have in your link, but they have magnifications from 0 to +3, how do I know which to get? I know you explained magnification in your video, but I was either too tired or too stupid to follow along. Not sure if I have eye strain per say, but I get migraines and nausea which could be due to something else, but seems worse when I'm staring at my work screen (could also just be the job in general making me sick, I hate it, dear God help me, but I digress). Do I need no magnification or should I just try a mid-range +1.5 magnification?

[@TracyDavis904]

Just realized I needed these in the past couple weeks. Thought it was caffeine withdrawal or something (bad timing) but I went a couple days without contacts and sure enough that fixed it!

[@kaoticfearkaotic4630]

I hate caffeine headaches

[@chiquitodaviii2913]

Thank you! This answered several questions.

[@EyeInfluence]

Happy to help any way I can. Have an awesome day!

[@SmileKidOFMusic]

Just watched a few of your videos and wanted to leave a comment and say thank you for doing a good job on your vids. theyre informative and clear. Keep up the good work!!

[@EyeInfluence]

Really appreciate the feedback. We’re here to serve.

[@Gaymermage]

Finally an actual professional optometrist. Provides the right information and is efficient at explaining it, yup I’m subscribed👁🖤

[@EyeInfluence]

I'm actually not an Optometrist, I'm an Optician. Hope that doesn't change your sub status. :) Have a great weekend!

[@leanneferguson8435]

Hi there! Thanks for the info! I'm wondering if you could help me out in deciding if/what glasses I should purchase. I get chronic headaches and tend to get eye strain and tension headaches especially when on a screen. I've gotten my eyes tested and do not need a prescription so am wondering if you think either computer/blue light glasses would be beneficial. Please help! Want to get rid of as many headaches as I can.

[@cwisfarouk]

Thank You, very informative.

[@santiagoruffini9239]

Thanks for all the info! I'm going to make my first purchase and I'm trying to get as informed as possible to buy what I need, but I still don't understand much. My main goal is to reduce eye strain? Would computer glasses work better? I saw some glasses called Sight Relax by Eye Buy Direct and I wanted to ask you your opinion on them. Should I buy them with magnification to reduce the strain further? Thanks!

[@aks3l105]

Thank you for an amazing video! I was wondering, given that computer glasses feature some slight magnification and slightly decentered pupillary distance, should I have such made at the optician? Or could I simply order online? (I do not normally wear glasses.) Thanks once again!

[@EyeInfluence]

I'm always going to support going to see an experienced optician. They will be able to measure your Pupillary distance and decenter the PD accordingly. Think about going to an optician like getting a shirt tailored. For most, off the rack is just fine, but others like to get things fitted for their specific measurements. Hope this helps. Thanks for the support!

[@skyhighcreations3509]

Thank u so much, great Info!

[@coloradoretreats]

Hi! Thanks for video. I use my laptop for work. I was thinking about getting a 27in monitor to work on. Specfically the BenQ which are supposed to have low blue light. After watching your video I'm not sure if I should just get computer glasses for eye strain or if I should do both, get glasses and a monitor. Any thoughts? Thanks!

[@EyeInfluence]

If a monitor filters blue light then the result will be a less than accurate color balance. I would stick to a standard quality monitor of your choice and install a filter like f.lux

[@psnights]

Thanks for a very informative video! I'm one happy, new subscriber. I hope you could help me with one question though. What does "anti-radiation" glasses do? I often see this description when looking for computer glasses. Are they closer to blue light filtering ones or to computer glasses? Thanks a lot in advance!

[@EyeInfluence]

It’s probably some companies way of making their lenses seem more “fancy” but in the end there is no difference. They’re are no consumer level radiation glasses. I’d stick to the blue light blockers Georgina.

[@ArkaTV]

Extremely useful and detailed info. This video (and your other ones) saved me tons of hours looking for info. Thanks again!

[@EyeInfluence]

I’m really happy to hear that! Thanks.

[@RogerioCampanhol]

Coudn't agree with you more.

[@lucasjohnson9729]

Subbed! Thanks for the detailed information keep it up!

[@Wally_GTO]

Hi Oliver What are your thoughts about wearing yellow or amber tinted glasses for indoor environment for some sort period of time 6-8hrs. Pros and cons or just a no no. Hope u can give me some info Thanks

[@mr.behemoth1048]

Hi, nice video ! I bought the gunnar but I did not like them for their magnification, what do you recommend me with 0 magnification? I thought about the Cyxus or J + S but if you know about other better ones I would like to know Thx (:

[@mantapdjiwa9768]

How old are you?

[@psworkshopdiy6222]

Thanks, this was really useful. Keep up the good work

[@Carloschavez-kz4wy]

Great information thanks for sharing !!

[@al70127]

Are these still useful if I have f.lux on monitor or the night mode on phone turned on at all times?

[@yonigoddess]

Thank you for such a great explanation. Ai from what I understood you saying is that I can find computer glasses that also have blue light filtering? Are they available at the two recommended places you said?

[@EyeInfluence]

Yes. Here is a list of my current favorite companies that specialize in computer glasses with blue light filters: Felix Gray Pixel Kooper Eyewear Gunnar Barner With these companies your lenses will have a blue light filter by default. Hope this info helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@tanujkumar4449]

Very well explained. Seriously ♥

[@EyeInfluence]

Thank you! I just released a condensed version of this same question. just in case this one was too long.

[@lunamohxo7783]

Very informative video, but my if I were to purchase computer eye glasses do have to get an eye examination or just purchase them online and would eye glasses maintain or improve my vision?

[@EyeInfluence]

If you haven't had an eye exam in a while then I would suggest starting with that. If you have 20/20 vision then you can order them online without any power from the company of your choice. The glasses will not help to maintain your vision, it can only help to reduce sleep interruption, glare and some other symptoms of digital eye strain.

[@gaberuth2500]

Informative and concise. Thanks dawg

[@EyeInfluence]

Happy to help.

[@etta1024]

Thank you for the information! There are not very many videos out there of this caliber going into so much depth. I bought some cheapies off Amazon from TIJN, they had quite a few good reviews. I am excited to see how they help me and if so investing in some very nice frames/lenses.

[@EyeInfluence]

Glad to help! We’re here to serve.

[@RogerioCampanhol]

Awesome video! Great explanation. Thank you so much.

[@EyeInfluence]

Here to serve. Thanks for the feedback.

[@MuhammadAliGOAT]

What glasses would you recommend for computer and iphone? I have no idea which one to get for using both iphone and laptop. Help please! My eyes are feeling dry and the vision is blurry and when I look at words which are not even that far away - it all looks blurry to me now. I totally feel like looking at phone screen and probably laptop screen too is making my vision even worse. I used to have great vision but I can feel the damage happening every second I look at my screens.. feel so dry and sometimes like they are on fire. Which one!?!?! help!!!

[@EyeInfluence]

First, you should get an eye exam and ask an eye doctor about the possible need for glasses. If you're doc says you're 20/20 then they are likely to suggest starting with regular breaks (every 15-20 minutes). The truth is blue light glasses won't really do much do stop dry eyes. Computer glasses can help with eye fatigue so that may be a good way for you to go. If so, Felix Gray and Gunnar offer lenses with low powers.

[@jacobnewell-oldoakdao]

Great explanations, thanks.

[@WhisperingWalnuts]

Really good job explaining the difference and importance of them!! Thanks a lot! I am software engineer and my job requires a lot of staying in front of laptop and also at home, I do lot of studying which also makes me spend a lot of time in front of digital devices. however, I don't have any "digital eye strain" issue. But I am worried if I shall wear Blue light glasses to be proactively cautious about this. Also, I had a lasik surgery. In that case, would you still recommend wearing non-prescription blue light glasses in the spirit of being cautious about eye ?

[@EyeInfluence]

It's always a good idea to get ahead of the problem but you don't need it for eye protection, but rather, for reduced glare and to help transition into a proper sleep routine after late hours on a digital device. Take regular breaks and you should be able to keep digital eye strain away. have a great day!

[@MyAdDiCtIoN357]

Hello, even though I've been in glasses most my life I've always only had one pair. So my question is, do you recommend buying different glasses for different uses? I do a lot of gaming but also web surfing via computer(hooked up to a giant tv)/phone. Since my current glasses are scuffed up, I reckon its time to buy a new pair but I wasn't sure where to buy them from and if I should buy normal ones for when I go out, gaming ones for when I game and blue light filter ones for evenings like some of your replies in past comments. I really am just this ignorant about this stuff, thank you in advance!

[@EyeInfluence]

Great question. It's actually quite common for people to ask if they should have multiple pairs and I often answer yes... but only if you can afford it. Computer glasses can be made with blue light blocking coatings that I personally don't like to walk outside or drive with because they actually cause more reflections than a typical AR coating. So if you can, go for separate glasses. If you can only have one pair, try to get lenses that filter blue light, like the BlueTec lenses, and have a standard AR placed on top of that. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching the videos!

[@user-zn8ht6jd1r]

How I can found BlueTec lenses ? Maybe BlueTech lenses ?

[@rosto_rm]

have question about Blue light glasses. I knew about 20/20/20 rule and I follow it. as I have dry eye syndrome (but I have perfect vision) and I have some information about it. as you know who have dry eye syndrome eyes are getting tired more often than those who have normal eyes. I also use Artificial tears such as avizor lacrifresh(I don't know if you familiar of this brand , it's doesn't matter as they have same purpose). I am learning web development so I spend lot of time in front of PC, but I always take little brakes. So my question is Does Computer Glasses will make little difference (and little difference will be a "Good Thing") to me and help me with pain which cause dry eye syndrome ?

[@devankaghosh]

Really helpful. Thank you

[@EyeInfluence]

Happy to help.

[@chainsaw5612]

Do you have an opinion of the blue light glasses from mvmt since I want those since I’m always on my phone and my games all day and wonder if from there if they would be good Also would it be bad to wear them for style throughout the day as well as blue light

[@EyeInfluence]

The frames look great but their website has zero info on how much blue light their lenses actually filter. You can certainly wear blue light filtering glasses all day but switch to sunglasses when you go outside. During the day, if you can, try to get some natural and unfiltered sunlight through your eyes. It will be good for your health and we can all use a little more sun in our lives. (just don't look at the sun. That would be bad)

[@lubbly5950]

Very helpful video ! Thank you :)

[@Themindofreyrey]

Great video as always! Question, you mentioned Gunner being good. DO you think that their $40 pairs still have that magnification that is needed?

[@danielch6662]

A pair of +0.50 reading glasses from the dollar store does pretty much the same thing.

[@dinoauto2912]

So if Im correct prescription computer glasses should be better option than ready universal computer glasses like Gunnars right? Because for the all measurments that should be taken personally? I got something around +0.50. As far as I know if I am starting to wear some glasses with magnification my eyes will become lazy and I will need to continuosly ingrease the magnification? Thats why Im scared to buy a computer glasses with magnification.

[@EyeInfluence]

It's a common misconception that our eyes will get worse once we start wearing our doctor prescribed power. Our vision is much like our hairline and height; it's based on genetics. At +.50, yes, you'll see an improvement and become somewhat dependent on the glasses to help relax your eyes throughout the day. But think about the alternative. If you don't wear the glasses then your eyes are going to strain and suffer more than they need too. Your power is pretty low so you can do most things without wearing the glasses but I would suggest wearing them when your going to spend extended periods of time looking at things up close. I hope this helps. Remember, your eyes are not going to get worse by wearing glasses. That's a myth.

[@dmitrijmarcinkevic7885]

Hi, does Gunnar magnification harm my eyes if I have perfect vision? Spending 8 hour for programming and then around 4 hours gaming.

[@ctgabi]

Thanks! Good info here. I used only anti/reflective coating glasses until now (Zeiss Duravision Blue and Rhein 12% brown tinted lens - I do not recall the name) to protect from blue light from screens. I did not find Gunnar or something similar in my country at a decent price so I have to continue with reflective coating lens. I have searched the web for more info and I found that in some tests Nikon did better than Essilor in blocking blue light. I believe that in my country Essilor has an aggressive marketing as the optometrists recommend Essilor probably for the bigger slice of the price they get so I tend not to believe them. Could you please help with an opinion? What would you recommend out of these: Hoya BlueControl, Zeiss Duravision Blue, Nikon SeeCoat Blue, Essilor Crizal Prevencia, Rhein UVALLBLUE or Rodenstock?Thanks!

[@EyeInfluence]

I've personally tried Crizal Prevencia, TechShield Blue (VSP coatings) and the many products I've reviewed. I'll be quite honest, most of the coating level filters are not that great. I'm not a fan of having that much color on my lenses. I prefer to filter the light on the lens level and have a colorless AR instead. You should look into BluTech lenses. They are the same type of lenses found in Felix Gray glasses. They filter blue light on the lens level instead of just bouncing it off with a coating. I think this type of lens in the future of filtering harmful blue light. Check them out blutechlenses.com/ Hope this helps.

[@vimy1589]

thanks for your insight, I learned a lot ...

[@EyeInfluence]

Glad to help.

[@kevinrawding6730]

Good one

[@fabioramzi9762]

Hey, i am a student and i use my computer a LOT through schoolwork and also gaming. Although i rarely get eye strains, i was considering buying one of these to prevent my eyes from worsening in the future. Do you advise just getting blue light filter glasses for the time being or should i invest in some computer glasses? Thanks

[@EyeInfluence]

If you suffer from eye strain and fatigue then computer glasses are the better way to go. I would also suggest taking breaks every 20-30 minutes to at least let your eyes refresh a bit. Simple blue light blocking glasses will not do the trick. I talk about this in my latest video kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKPLi3-jjqt_qK8

[@hersengyang6927]

When you wear them and is looking straight ahead, like in the bathroom with the lights on, do you see like blue reflection?

[@gripWIN]

Oliver; [I hope for an answer, this time]. My vision was damaged by Blu-Lit. Can it be REVERSED?

[@hamzaeIalaoui]

Thank you.

[@NoorNoor13579]

If i purchase computer glasses, can i use them for reading as well? I have normal eyesight but i do get eye strain from reading

[@jobgonzaga8269]

Yuo thank you. Your right I have doubke vision after sitting in front of a computer after a while. Thanks for the explanation. Good job explation this matter.

[@EyeInfluence]

Sorry to hear about your double vision but I'm happy the video answered some questions. Have a great day!

[@user-zn8ht6jd1r]

Oliver , thanks for video ! Be blessed !!!

[@EyeInfluence]

I appreciate it. Thanks!

[@RetroYusuf]

I got the gunnars but my eyes are -.25 so I was wondering if I went to the store with my prescription and got the AR blue light filtering lenses if it would have the same effect. The lenses are $140 so idk if its gonna be the same as gunnar or worse. I'm just having trouble deciding what I should get to reduce my digital eye strain alongside having the right prescription. So far the filter in the gunnars make it easier on my eyes but I find I feel really weird due to the magnification.

[@EyeInfluence]

Since you're a -.25 I would either go with computer glasses with no power, like those from BARNER or Felix Gray, or just have glasses made to your prescription. Gunnar can do that for you if you really like their lenses.

[@itsalbertduhh]

I have 20/20 vision and was thinking about getting computer glasses. Would you recommend Felix Gray over Warby Parker? I live near a Warby Parker store so I got to try on a few and found that I liked how the Brady non prescription glasses looked on me but it would cost me an additional $50 to get the blue light filtering lenses while Felix Gray has the Faraday with the same dimensions for only $95.

[@EyeInfluence]

When it comes to blue light protection I would go with a company that focuses on that. Felix Gray is more of a specialist and WP is a general provider of prescription eyewear.

[@vladimirmelnytskyy3245]

Thank you sir. Cheers

[@EyeInfluence]

Happy to be of service!

[@TommyBBQBessinger]

I noticed on Gunnar website they don't carry the frame colors your wearing? What frame color are you wearing? Where can I get ones like yours as far as the frame color?

[@EyeInfluence]

If you're referring to the greenish color frames, those are a set of Prodesign Eyewear glasses with my prescription. They are discontinued but I found a link for you to check out www.designerglassesboutique.co.uk/products/13654/333/designer-glasses/prodesign-denmark-1416.aspx

[@rmb9608]

Hello! Would it benefit me to purchase computer lenses compared to progressive lenses? My job requires me to be on a computer screen for 8 to 10 hours a day? Progressive lenses are so expenses for a family of 4 budget. :/

[@WCephei77HD]

I want to buy but sorry if I didn't get this right, I understand you mention computer glasses have an added magnification, so if my prescription is +3.0, what does this mean if I get those glasses... am I going to be over +3.0 or does it adjust exactly to that or how does it work? Finally if I'd be going over +3.0, then on what number am I gonna be?

[@EyeInfluence]

Since you already have a prescription, the best thing would be to ask your doctors to write a prescription specifically for computer use. You can have those glasses made with decentered optical centers and the blue blocking options of your choice. I hope that helps.

[@siddiqaajmi5336]

Thank you Good information

[@ryanexx5250]

Thank you Micheal

[@DuckingAround58]

I have 20/20 vision and not not need glasses. But are computer glasses something I can get a prescription for from my eye doctor so I can pick from the frames available at the doctors office?

[@22Msyaya]

Your videos are great; informative and right to the point. My question is... can the online eye glass companies such as Zenni, firmoo actually give you eye glasses for computers or just the companies you named in the video?

[@EyeInfluence]

Zenni, Warby Parker and others are now offering lenses with blue light filters. Though I will say that since they offer a low quality version compared to companies like Gunnar and Felix Gray which specialize in blue light filters.

[@karanmistry2688]

Hey I have perfect 20/20 vision but I have been prescribed sph +0.50 and cyl -0.50.. now this is minor so should I go get the glasses made or it’s totally fine without them? If I have it do I have to wear all the time or just while reading / computer??

[@EyeInfluence]

If your doctor prescribed it for computer then I would fill the Rx. You can go through your optician or have companies like Pixel, Felix Gray and Gunnar, to name a few.

[@karanmail90]

thanx man

[@ferozahmed2017]

Hi bro I have Severe Migraine these days I consulted with the doctor he recommended basic low power glass lens actually i don't have any sight my vision is good ... Which lens should i have to prefer whether computer or blue cut lens ... Which are costly among them ... And which one should i have to prefer ... Is Zeiss lens are good which one should i have to choose if anything better than Zeiss I'm from india

[@cryptopuppet407]

What glasses are you wearing throughout this video, I dig them.

[@MissBrittanyAlexis]

I need to get reading glasses with slight magnification. I'm getting mine through Firmoo which seems to have good reviews. I'm debating on adding their anti-bluelight lense to my prescription. I want glasses I can use for reading, drawing, and computer use. I have a lot of eye strain and difficulty focusing on nearby objects for long periods of time. My eyes literally start spazzing out which gives me headaches. So I guess two questions here: 1. Can I use my reading/drawing glasses for computer use too or should I invest in a separate pair for that with a different magnification? 2. If I can use my reading glasses, would it be worth it to add the anti-bluelight filter or will I be fine with just the prescription alone? (I work with computers)

[@EyeInfluence]

Great question Brit. Personally I wouldn’t get a blue light blocking coating for my full-time, all day glasses. The pinkish color that is has is just a bit distraction to me. I’d start with the regular anti glare using your doctors Rx. If you’re noticing extreme symptoms of eye strain I would really encourage resting your eyes more during the day. Short breaks every 20-30min make a huge difference. Hope the glasses help.

[@scottmcdowall9817]

Good explanation. I stumbled upon this while looking for some anti blue light glasses for my girlfriend who works in front of a computer all day. I'm now aware of what computer or reading glasses are and the combination of the two. I have a question though... If she already wears glasses already (she's officially short sited in one eye but wears the glasses both driving, reading and when in front of a computer and doesn't wear contacts)... Does this mean she wouldn't need computer glasses and only require blue blocking glasses to fit over top of her existing prescription glasses?

[@EyeInfluence]

Since she already wears prescription glasses she may want to ask her doctor to write a prescription for the specific focal length of her computer screen. If she ends up getting a set of glasses designated just for this use then she can get anti-blue light coatings on that set. I wouldn't suggest a set of fit over glasses simply due to the extra weight and the "look" it gives. It's better to just have a set of glasses made for that purpose. The computer glasses can also be made using her near PD. This will help to reduce eye fatigue. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching the videos.

[@thedarkchoices4389]

I'm on my laptop since i wake up till i go to sleep That's 15 hours to 18h I've had lasik surgery done in 4 months I use F.lux, a program to make the laptop yellow tinted and also activate the iphone night mode almost all day Is it enough? My eyes are very dry and i feel them "tight", i dont know how to explain what glasses would you suggest? and does buying cheap glasses help at all or is it just wasting money and F.lux is enough? As of now i cant spend more than 20 or 25 bucks :/ it needs to be online since my country doesnt have options thank you!

[@EyeInfluence]

I would say using f.lux and night mode should be just fine but the dry eyes and "tight" feeling are just a result of not taking enough breaks. I understand that you are on the computer all day but you must rest your eyes. We blink less when we stare at a computer screen and that means your eyes are not getting wiped and refreshed by you eye lid as much as they should be. Glasses can help keep your eyes less dry if you sit by a vent or fan but that's about it for right now. I would start with the breaks every 15-20 minutes and if that doesn't help as much then you should get a set of glasses like Gunnar or Felix Gray which have a slight magnification to reduce eye strain. I hope this help. Don't forget to take breaks. Thanks for watching my videos!

[@abhishekthakare1862]

Does Zeiss duravision bluprotect fit in the category of computer glasses?

[@EyeInfluence]

Yes it can. In itself it’s just a coating so as long as you have it applied to a set of lenses with your computer prescription then you’re good.

[@shihabmahmud7013]

I work on computer most of the time in a day. Recently my vision has become blurry and dry. I went to a doctor and he prescribed me a pair of glass powered 0.25 and lubracating eye drop. My question is, should I buy another pair of glass for computer use only, or is it possible use one pair of glass for both computer use and normal use when I go out ?

[@ashok2424k]

Sir, which is best for avoid sight problems, plz reply me

[@redenheist3981]

question: Does the screen look any different when using blue cut specs in front of a computer or a phone? As compared to naked eyes?

[@EyeInfluence]

It all depends on the type of glasses and the amount of blue light being filtered. Sleep glasses, like those made by Felix Gray, will have a noticeable tint on the lens and you'll see your color affected by it. Their standard lenses will not distort color. Gunnar also makes different blue light filtering lenses and some will change the way colors look while others (like the crystalline lens) will show no signs of blue light filtration. That's because they filter a lower part of the spectrum and also filter a lower percent of it. I hope this helps. Thanks for leaving a comment here.

[@LuisAlbertoBetancourth]

Literally, help me save money I was about to buy blue light but something told me to check youtube for more information because I felt that it cant be just that. Thanks for the detail information officially became a subscriber today :)

[@EyeInfluence]

Really glad to have been of service. Love the bowtie btw. I also rock bowties at least 2x a week. :)

[@steve00alt70]

Would it be possible to damage the magnification on the lenses if you cleaned them wrong? Would mlg phantom gunnar non prescription glasses have the same effect as prescription ones?

[@EyeInfluence]

The power can not be removed since the magnification is placed within the lens and not a coating. As for the non-prescription glasses, it wouldn't have the same effect because there is no power in the lens which would allow for the decentration. Not sure if you've seen my video on Gunnar but in that video I talk about how all Gunnar glasses have some magnification. This is done to help keep the wearers eyes focused. Here's a link to that video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJizdpl_gth7r9E If you have any other question please let us know. We are here to serve. Thanks for watching.

[@steve00alt70]

Eye Influence would i be better off going for the gaming eyewear when working at computer and games or go for the computer eyewear? I have dry, tired and strained eyes which go puffy in the morning. Also would they reduce my puffiness in the morning?

[@EyeInfluence]

Personally, I'm not a fan of the amber tint that Gunnar is known for but it's a popular lens among FPS gamers. I would start with a clear lens like the Crystaline lenses from Gunnar. The puffiness is most likely a byproduct of overstraining your eyes late into the night. I would suggest taking breaks every 20 minutes or so to refresh the eyes. You can also try artificial tears. That can help keep them moist. Here's a link to our Relief Tips video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4awo5yqe9CGetU Hope this help. Have an awesome day.

[@faisalhabib9001]

Hi, thanks for such an informative video...I have been suffering from this extreme strain in my eyes from years after using mobile aur laptop...i did a reasearch about it and find out that pencil pushups excercise is the only cure to it...but that too sometimes doesnt work for me... Can you please suggest me where i can buy these computer glasses as I am from Pakistan? Can they be used for cell phones aswell ?? ...please reply

[@Hughkulele]

Hello, I went to the optometrist recently and I (again) seem to have retained my 20/20. Although I still have perfect vision, I feel my vision, sleep, and day to day life is lackluster. I’m starting to suspect it’s my increase in screen time due to being in the studio a lot. If You were to recommend computer glasses with the blue filtering, which brand or what glasses would you recommend specifically? Thanks :-)

[@EyeInfluence]

By studio do you mean music studio? The reason I ask is because many music studios tend to be poorly lit with little natural air flow (to reduce noise). In any case, I like Felix Gray and Pixel because their lenses are virtually colorless and they filter at least 50% of blue light. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching.

[@JuanFe_Gomez]

Hey, thanks for the video! How can I ask my local optician to make the small mods in order for him to understand exactly what I am looking for, which is the slight magnification and newly centered focal point. They currently dislike that kind of request as they dont have any exact measurements to follow, They say they have never heard of that

[@EyeInfluence]

If they have never heard of it, don't get your glasses there. Here are some things to ask for: Shamir Blue Zero Lenses Zeiss Blue Protect Lenses Those lenses are the best choice for prescription blue light filtering. If you need extra blue light filtering you can go for an addition coating like Crizal Prevencia. Thanks for reaching out. I hope this helps.

[@JuanFe_Gomez]

@@EyeInfluence Thank you so much for your reply, is there anyway I could get some type of numerical indications I could give them in terms of how much magnification I would like to have added to my glasses and the ammount of milimiters in redirection the focal point should be appointed to? The type of lenses they are offering me are Nikon SPH 1.6 BlueSec, have you heard about them? thanks again!

[@xaviermccloud4586]

@@JuanFe_Gomez Bro... You're a fucking moron lol. (I'm so sorry lord)

[@rezkis5881]

Can u tell us about uv ray sunglasses protection? Can the glasses that you were mention on the video (those computer and blue lights glasses) preventing the uv rays? Please let me knoow. I wanna know about sunglasses that keep our eye, but not with black sunglasses though. Your channel is aaasooom. Thank youu

[@EyeInfluence]

Yes, all of the blue light filtering glasses that I've been reviewing also filter UV. :)

[@junkholetv5652]

I wear prescription eyeglasses when I'm not at the computer. Will using non-prescription or "stock" Gunnar Optiks be sufficient enough to reduce digital eye strain? Or should I purchase Gunnar Optiks with a prescription that matches my day-to-day eyeglasses?

[@EyeInfluence]

Use your prescription. The magnification in Gunnar lenses in very slight. It’s only useful for those that have no prescription. Thanks for the comment. Have a great day.

[@pepitorockstarmexico]

I am looking for unmagnified computer glasses, wich can you recomend? thank you so much

[@EyeInfluence]

Felix Gray is awesome. Give them a try.

[@SeyoungParkk]

Hey! Thanks for the video! I ordered some glasses at Felix Gray and they did not have the language "computer glasses" but I ordered glasses with magnification. Did I order correctly if I wanted computer glasses?

[@EyeInfluence]

They won’t say Computer Glasses but they are. If you ordered them with magnification then it will help reduce eye strain. You may not be able to walk around with them but they are great in front of the computer.

[@SeyoungParkk]

@@EyeInfluence that is exactly what I ordered! Thank you so much for the info, I love this channel!!

[@EyeInfluence]

@@SeyoungParkk Here to serve.

[@David87306]

Hey Eye Influence, I have a question. But let me tell a little story. I have been experiencing eye fatigue and eye strain for some time now. I thought it may be just that I have dry eyes, so I bought some eye drops to heal my eyes for a while. Well it worked for a while, but then I experienced those symptoms again. It even lead to some extreme eye strain that I could feel the "nerves" being quite in pain (I played video games longer than usual). So I took some break from any digital screens for a week and the nerves were rested and healed. Right now, when I look at digital screens, I just have the feeling of dried eyes (even though I drink a lot) and eye strain. I myself wear prescribed glasses for everyday use with 0.75 power on the left and 1 power on the right. I don't use them, when I'm looking up close at digital screens. Lately I have discovered your channel and something about Gunnar glasses. So my question is, if I buy pair of Gunnar glasses, do you think they will effectively reduce the symptoms? And as I said, that I don't wear glasses, when looking up close at any screen, do I need prescribed power as my normal glasses, or is the 0.25 power enough just for close distance? Thank you for taking your time.

[@EyeInfluence]

They can definatly help but it sounds like the main issue is over straining your eyes. Before investing in glasses I would suggest implementing breaks more often. Every 15-20 minutes you should look away from your screen and rest them by taking long blinks and looking at something more than 20 feet away. This will "restart" and refresh your eyes. After that you should look into Gunnar or Felix Gray glasses. They each have magnification but Felix Gray gives you the choice. I like to suggest Felix Gray because you can always switch the magnification version out for the non-magnified version. In regards to your dry eyes, you should look into taking supplements with Omega-3 Fish oil. It's been proven to reduce the evaporation rate from the moisture on your cornea. Here's a link to an article I wrote on this topic. www.eyeinfluence.org/single-post/foods-for-healthy-eyes I hope this helps.

[@David87306]

@@EyeInfluence I will try resting my eyes as you said and then I will see if I need to buy computer glasses. Thank you for taking your time, I appreciate your help.

[@alexandermilleriii499]

Eye Influence, could you explain why is it I get the chills when I significantly reduce the blue light on my laptop using f.lux ?

[@EyeInfluence]

That’s a first. I’ve never heard of that before. Might be one of the few times that I don’t have much feedback. Sorry Alexander.

[@drgonzo4909]

Alexander Miller III I don't really know in your case, but could this be your brain playing a trick on you. Flux tends to make your screen look warmer in tone so maybe your brain is tricking your body into thinking it should be at a higher body temperature causing you to feel cold.

[@dankhaimau]

What about glasses from eyebuydirect glasses? Their ebd and sightrelax lenses? Hope u notice this.. I have my prescription one and I agreed to have the progressive lenses (it's my first and only glasses).. I wish that I just got the single lenses as it really hurts my eyes. Been really looking into buying the ones from eyebuydirect until somehow end up watching your video.

[@EyeInfluence]

It's really hard to say what caused the discomfort because progressives require an exact measurement. When you do it on your own it could lead to misalignment. If you're looking into progressives again you may want to have them made at your local optician.

[@PrinceRPG]

I’m just looking for something that helps my eyes not get so tired from the bright white on my computer all day working I have 20/20 vision so just a bare lense with a filter works for me

[@mdr6714]

Sir. For computer use, should I go for blue light blocking glass or computer glass???

[@dorotheemabasa2064]

How can i cure my blury eyesight? I am a student that always use computer because of my course. I need to know if what kind of eye protection should i wear everytime im using computers or gadgets? Sometimes i have head ache when using computer in longer time especially when it has a hight brightness. Please help me. Thank you

[@EyeInfluence]

I would start with an eye exam. If it turns out that you do not need correction, I would have to say the blurry vision and headaches is the result of extreme digital eye strain. You should take breaks every 15-20 minutes and look away from your device during this time. Take long blinks and let your eyes rest for at least 20 seconds. Again, with the way you describe the symptoms, I would start with an eye exam and go from there. Thanks for supporting the channel. Hope it all works out.

[@Ad0akes]

Needs to find glasses to stop him repeating the same point.

[@EyeInfluence]

Already did broski. Remade the video to be less than 7 minutes. Thanks for the support :)

[@lambylambcurly]

@@EyeInfluence thank you for helping make the decision , doesn't matter repeating or whatever, it is great info!

[@Hott_skill]

Love the professionalism in your videos, both interesting and informative. I do have a few questions though. To preface I am near sighted and as such wear a prescription. I am also a video and photo editor so not only is true color is important but I also spend 6+ hours in front of a computer screen just for my job so I do get a bit of eye strain (I also game another 6+ at home each day but that's on a tv about 6 to 7 feet away). Today I went to get a up to date prescription so that I could order a pair gunnar crystalline glasses but was informed at my local optometrist that I could have a blue filter put on my standard glasses. So I feel like my questions are going to be all over but: would the blue filter on the lenses effect the true color I'd need for my job? Should I specify that I need my prescription to be more for computer glasses? If I did specify (last question) would you still recommend the gunnar crystalline over the prescription lenses I'd get from my optometrist? Lastly if I did get the gunnar crystalline would it be safe to use them as my standard glasses ie driving, being outside, etc?

[@taneshawalker]

Thank you that was really helpful. Question.. how much do you adjust closer for the PD to make the eyes to go relax. Let's say you have PD of 62mm How much closer would you feel it's safe to go for the eyes to relax? What would be your recommendation. Thanks

[@EyeInfluence]

3mm less than your normal PD. So if it's 62, your Near PD would be 59mm. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions. :)

[@taneshawalker]

Wow.. Thanks I will

[@roguephoenix]

are these computer glasses with prescription? or are they made to compensate for lower prescriptions like -2?

[@EyeInfluence]

The glasses I'm wearing in the video are my everyday glasses that I use because I'm nearsighted. If you have a -2 then you should be making computer glasses using your doctors written prescription. Hope this helps. Thanks for the support.

[@laradrake18]

Maybe I missed it if someone already asked but what about if you wear contacts. I have prescription contacts that I wear to work (on computer all day) at night i take them out and wear glasses. My eyes feel tired dry and red most of the time. I also have sleeping issues so think blocking out blue light would benefit. Can I wear computer glasses or blue light glasses in addition to contacts? Would you suggest different for day versus night? Thanks in advance!

[@EyeInfluence]

Great question. I think you have a few different issue that need to be addressed. First, your eyes may be feeling dry and tired at the end of the day because we blink less when staring at digital devices. This means your contacts will dry out quickly and that will lead to eye irritation. Combine that with eye strain from looking at computer screens and you'll find the problem. Wearing computer glasses can help in a few ways. 1) reduce the amount of air making contact with your eyes. This will lower the moisture evaporation rate 2) reduce light intensity from your device. 3) filter blue light at night to help you transition into "rest mode" Lastly, there is no problem with wearing computer glasses over contacts. They can still help. I hope I answered all your questions. Thanks for watching the video. Have an awesome day.

[@laradrake18]

So would I be correct to get non Rx pair for when contacts are in and Rx pair for when I am not wearing contacts?

[@EyeInfluence]

That would be ideal. For your Rx pair you should consider coatings such as Shamir Blue Zero, Zeiss Blue Protect and if you have VSP Insurance, the TechShield Blue is a great lens. That's what I wear on my prescription glasses and I love them.

[@laradrake18]

Eye Influence Great information, yes I do have VSP so I will check those out! Thank you for the quick response, very helpful!

[@johnobody]

I read a lot you iPad and wear +2 magnification glasses,what would I need in computer glasses,thanks in advance for any help 👍

[@EyeInfluence]

Pixel makes +2.00 reading glasses and they have great blue light filtering lenses. You should check them out. www.pixeleyewear.com/collections/computer-reading-glasses/products/buteo-reading?variant=43706995461

[@imanamani8482]

useful,thankyou

[@karoma5805]

Hello, can you use computer glasses for driving aswell?

[@EyeInfluence]

You sure can! As long as the lenses don't have power. Blue light filtering glasses can help to reduce glare because they dim lights a bit and they usually have an anti-reflective coating.

[@hamzasukkar6349]

I got a computer glasses i see kind of a blue-light in the lens when looking throughout what is the problem exactly?

[@shadesavenue849]

how do i know which magnification i need? is it the same as my reading glasses?

[@ffpphotography35]

can you help me .. so Computer glasses also have Blue light filter built in aswell as protection to digital eye strain ? am I correct ... ?

[@EyeInfluence]

Not all computer glasses have blue light filters by default if you're ordering them with prescription through your local optical shop. You'll want to request this feature just to be sure. Computer glasses by companies like Gunnar, Felix Gray, Kooper Eyewear and Pixel all have blue light filters by default because they are companies that specialize in this type of lens. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@laurensiustony622]

Just want to ask i nearsighted around -4 for both of my eyes... daily i stare to screen more than 8hrs... because i am web dev, grapic designer, landscape photographer and generally i love staring screen doing stuf... so what do i need?

[@EyeInfluence]

Because you are a graphic designer I would avoice the blue blocking lenses that have a lot of color. Gunnar glasses are still great but go for the Liquit or Crystalline lenses and not the amber colored lenses. The +.25 power in their lenses will help reduce eye fatigue. Felix Gray is another nice option. They also offer a +.25 lens with a virtually clear lens. I hope this helps.