Recommendations for using blue light glasses

How to get the most out of your blue light glasses 

Alina glasses are designed to integrate easily and effectively into everyday life. Not by completely avoiding blue light, but by allowing theright type of light in at the right time. In this guide, we explain how to get the most out of Alina daytime and nighttime glasses, tailored to the body's natural day and night rhythm.

Light, timing, and the biorhythm

The human body reacts strongly to light. During the day, light helps us stay alert and focused. In the evening, light tells the body whether it is still "daytime" or whether it is time to relax and produce melatonin. Artificial light and screens can disrupt this natural process.

The effectiveness of blue light glasses therefore depends not only on what is filtered, but above all on when the glasses are worn.

Alina daytime glasses 

The Alina daytime glasses are intended for use during the day, particularly when using screens for long periods of time. Our rule of thumb: only wear the glasses indoors when there is a lot of artificial light, screens, and laptops.

When to wear:

• When using a computer, laptop, or tablet for long periods of time

• In environments with a lot of artificial light (offices, schools)

Objective:

• Reducing digital eye strain

• Greater visual comfort throughout the day

• Supporting long-term concentration

Daytime glasses filter out some of the high-energy blue light without completely eliminating the natural feeling of daylight. This allows the body to continue to understand that it is "daytime," while reducing strain on the eyes and biorhythm.

Alina Evening Glasses 

The Alina night glasses (red evening glasses) are designed to completely block blue light. Rule of thumb: When it is dark outside, wear the Alina red evening glasses.

This is the simplest and most natural guideline, because it allows the body to truly live in tune with the rhythm of the sun. In the morning, it is often still dark in winter when we wake up. Even then, we wear the glasses until it is light outside. 

Seasonal adjustment

Because it gets dark early in winter, this rule of thumb can sometimes feel impractical. In that case, we recommend:

• Winter:
  Wear your daytime glasses until after dinner, then switch to the red nighttime glasses.

• Summer:
  Even if it is still light outside, put on your night glasses 1 to 2 hours before going to bed. In the morning, it is often already light when you wake up, so you don't need to wear the glasses then.

This way, the body still receives the signal that the day is coming to an end, regardless of the amount of outside light. 

Key points to consider

We strongly advise against wearing red night glasses while driving or in other situations where optimal vision is essential. The red lenses can limit vision and color perception, which can be unsafe in traffic.

Many people have been accustomed to exposure to blue light in the evening for years. When this is suddenly reduced significantly, the body may react to this initially.

Possible responses:

• Fatigue

• A "heavy" feeling in the head

• In some cases, mild headache

This does not necessarily mean that the glasses are unsuitable, but that the body needs to get used to them.

Our advice for sensitive skin:

• Start 30 minutes before bedtime.

• Gradually extend this over several days.

• Listen to your body and don't push yourself too hard.

Medical conditions

Do you have an eye-related condition, neurological symptoms, or other medical issues? Always consult your doctor or specialist first before making any changes to your light exposure.

Consistent use for long-lasting results

The effectiveness of light management lies not in one-time use, but in consistency. By wearing daytime glasses during the day and nighttime glasses consistently in the evening, a clear and repeatable signal is sent to the body. It is no coincidence that the word "biorhythm" contains the word "rhythm."

Extra tip: combine lighting strategies (Yin & Yang)

For the best results, we recommend a combination of three elements:

1. Plenty of daylight during the day
   Go outside regularly, especially in the morning. Daylight lets the body know that it is daytime.

2. The Alina night glasses in the evening
   This signals to the body that the day is ending.

3. Red light in the evening
   Red light does not contain blue light and does not flicker, unlike many regular lamps. Even with night glasses on, flickering from standard lighting can still be stressful.

If you wear glasses in the evening but do not use red light, you may still experience discomfort from light flickering. You can read more about this in our separate blog about flickering, where we discuss this topic in greater detail.

This balance between daylight and the absence of blue light in the evening forms a natural "yin and yang."

Questions about how you can use the glasses in your specific situation? Don't hesitate to send us an email at team@alinastore.nl and we will be happy to help.