Blue Light Blocking
Glasses
These are the glasses I use myself, every single night. Spectrometer-tested across four protection levels - from a clear lens that blocks all UV and 40% of blue light with no visible tint, right up to a 99%+ red lens for the final hour before sleep. Whether you're looking for blue light blocking glasses for better sleep, trying to fix a broken søvnrytme, or just stop lying awake wondering why - this is where to start. Pair with my circadian lighting for complete light management, morning to night.
Do Blue Light Blocking Glasses Actually Work?
Yes, when the lens blocks the right wavelengths. I spectrometer-tested every AfterDark lens myself: the clear daytime lens blocks all UV and 40% of blue light, and the red lens blocks 99%+ of the blue and green light that suppresses melatonin. Every percentage on this page is a measured result, not a marketing claim.
Choose Your Protection Level
Daytime screen comfort through to maximum evening melatonin protection - these blålysblokkere are verified by spectrometer, not marketing copy.
Clear Lens
DaytimeBest for: Daytime computer work, office environments and colour-critical tasks. Blocks all UV and 40% of blue light with zero visible tint. Available in my Nooner daytime glasses.
Yellow Lens
Early EveningBest for: Late afternoon and early evening. Extended screen sessions, or if you notice you're wired by the time you try to sleep. A solid starting point for most people new to blålysbriller.
Orange Lens
EveningBest for: Evening screen use 30-90 minutes before bed. Near-total blue elimination while still letting you move around indoors comfortably. The core lens for sleep support once you're used to wearing tinted glasses in the evening.
Red Lens
Pre-SleepBest for: The final wind-down before sleep. Blocks blue and green light - the complete melatonin-suppressing range. Serious tool for serious sleep. Not for navigating around the house.
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I Tested These With a Spectrometer
A blocking percentage on a product listing only means something if someone actually measured it. I ran these through a spectrometer - measuring real light transmission across the full spectrum from 340nm to 1000nm. Every number on this page comes from those measurements.
The clear lens surprised me. It looks like plain glass, but spectrometer testing shows it blocks all UV and 40% of blue light. That's easy to overlook because it's invisible and doesn't photograph dramatically. I didn't.
This matters if you're pairing with circadian lighting - you want to know the full system is actually working, not just marketed to work. And if you've been looking at NightShift glasses or other imported brands, the AfterDark range is stocked here in Norway - no import costs, no waiting.
Dominic's note: I wear orange in the evening and switch to red about 45 minutes before sleep. The clear lens goes on at the computer during the day - it's invisible but I notice the difference on long screen days. The yellow is what I recommend for people just starting out.
All UV + 40% of blue · zero visible tint · daytime use
Broad blue range · mild warmth · early evening
Near-total blue elimination · evening 30-90 min pre-bed · melatonin protection
Blue + green blocked · full melatonin protection · pre-sleep
How to Build Your Evening Light Protocol
Start light, go darker as you approach sleep - and always get your morning light unfiltered first
No Glasses - Get Morning Light
Unfiltered morning sunlight anchors your circadian rhythm. Never wear blue light glasses outdoors or in morning light. This is the signal your entire sleep system depends on.
Clear Lens at the Screen
For long computer days, the clear lens blocks all UV and 40% of blue light invisibly. No colour distortion, no noticeable tint. Comfortable for full-day office use.
Yellow then Orange After Sunset
Switch to yellow when natural light fades. Move to orange 30-90 minutes before bed. Pair with circadian bulbs in the room for complete coverage.
Red for Final Wind-Down
The red lens blocks blue and green - the full melatonin-suppressing range. Put these on for the last 30-45 minutes before lights out. Not for moving around the house.
What to Do - and What Not to Do
Two rules matter more than everything else
Do: Get morning light first, every day
Bright outdoor light in the first hour after waking - including blue and UV - sets your entire circadian programme for the day. It determines when cortisol peaks, when alertness fades, and when melatonin releases. This is the most important thing. No glasses.
Don't: Wear blue light glasses outdoors
Never wear tinted lenses outside. Sunlight contains the full spectrum your biology requires. Filtering it disrupts the circadian signals you're trying to protect. These glasses are an indoor, artificial-light tool - to be used after the sun goes down.
Do: Combine with circadian lighting
The glasses handle your screens. Circadian bulbs handle the room. Both together create a complete light environment that supports natural melatonin production from sunset to sleep.
Don't: Start with the red lens
Red lenses are a specific pre-sleep tool - not an all-evening solution. The significant colour distortion makes normal activities impractical. Build the habit with yellow or orange first. Red is the final step in the protocol, not the whole thing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best blue light blocking glasses for sleep?
For sleep, you need a lens that blocks at least 97% of blue light in the 460-480nm range, the wavelengths that directly suppress melatonin. Orange lenses (97% blocking) are the practical choice for most people 30-90 minutes before bed. Red lenses (99%+) are for the final wind-down when you want the most complete melatonin protection. All AfterDark lenses here are spectrometer-tested, so the percentages are measured rather than estimated.
Do blue light glasses actually help with melatonin production?
Yes. Blue light in the 460-480nm range suppresses melatonin by signalling to the brain that it is still daytime. Blocking this range in the evening with orange or red lenses allows melatonin to rise naturally as it should. Orange lenses (97% blocking) and red lenses (99%+) are the most effective options for melatonin protection before sleep. Clear and yellow lenses don't block enough of this range to make a meaningful difference at night.
What are the best alternatives to NightShift glasses for sleep in Norway?
AfterDark blålysbriller are a direct Norwegian alternative to NightShift glasses, with orange and red lenses and spectrometer-verified blocking percentages. Stocked in Drammen, no import fees, no customs delays, ships within 1-2 working days. The range covers four protection levels, and unlike buying from abroad, you can text me directly if you have questions about which lens suits your situation.
What are blue light blocking glasses (blålysbriller) and do they work?
Blue light blocking glasses use tinted lenses to filter blue wavelengths from screens and LED lighting. I tested these with a spectrometer, measuring actual light transmission across the full spectrum from 340nm to 1000nm. The results confirm genuine, measurable blocking at every lens level. Research supports that reducing evening blue light preserves melatonin production. Pair with circadian lighting for complete coverage.
What is the difference between clear, yellow, orange and red lens blue light glasses?
Clear lenses block all UV and around 40% of blue light, suitable for daytime screen work with minimal colour distortion. Yellow lenses block around 75% of blue light, good for early evening. Orange lenses block 97%, ideal for evening use 30-90 minutes before bed. Red lenses block 99%+ of all blue and green light, maximum melatonin protection for the final wind-down before sleep.
Why does the clear lens matter if it looks like plain glass?
The clear lens blocks all UV and 40% of blue light with zero visible tint, confirmed by my spectrometer testing. You get real protection at the screen without any colour distortion. It isn't a sleep lens (orange and red handle that), but it's a comfortable daytime lens for long screen days.
Should I wear blue light blocking glasses all day?
No, and this matters. Morning light exposure anchors your circadian rhythm, sets your cortisol peak, and programmes when melatonin releases that evening. Blocking those signals at the wrong time works against you. Blue light blocking glasses are an evening tool. Put them on when the sun goes down or when artificial lighting takes over, not before.
Can I wear blue light blocking glasses outside?
No. Never wear blue light blocking lenses outdoors. Sunlight contains the full spectrum your circadian system depends on, and blocking it outdoors disrupts the very signals you're trying to protect. These glasses are designed for artificial light environments: screens, LED and fluorescent lighting indoors after dark.
Do I need blue light glasses if I already have circadian lighting?
Yes, they solve different problems. Circadian lighting controls your room environment. Blue light blocking glasses handle screens: your phone, laptop and TV emit significant blue light regardless of what your ceiling lights are doing. For complete evening light management you need both.
Når bør jeg begynne å bruke blålysbriller om kvelden?
Start med klare eller gule linser når du beveger deg innendørs under kunstig lys om kvelden. Bytt til oransje 30-90 minutter før leggetid, og bruk røde linser for den siste nedtrappingen. Viktigste prinsipp: få morgenlyset ditt først, ufiltrert. Brillene kommer på senere.
Er Afterdark blålysbriller tilgjengelige i Norge?
Ja, Home Light Therapy i Drammen fører Afterdark blålysbriller i alle fire beskyttelsesnivåer, sendt fra norsk lager. Ingen importkostnader, ingen forsinkelser fra utlandet.
Bør jeg bruke blålysbriller hele dagen?
Nei. Morgenlyseksponering, inkludert blå bølgelengder, forankrer døgnrytmen din, setter kortisoltoppen din, og programmerer når melatonin frigis den kvelden. Blålysbriller er et kveldsverktøy. Ta dem på når solen går ned og kunstig belysning overtar, ikke før.
Hjelper blålysbriller mot hodepine og øyetretthet fra skjermbruk?
Blålysbriller er laget for å dempe det melatoninundertrykkende lyset om kvelden, ikke primært for å behandle øyetretthet. Tørre øyne og sjeldne blunkinger er som regel hovedårsaken til skjermrelatert ubehag. Det mange rapporterer er likevel mindre skjermtretthet mot kvelden når kontrasten dempes med oransje eller rød linse. Ta jevnlige pauser fra skjermen i tillegg.
Kan jeg bruke blålysbriller over vanlige briller eller sammen med kontaktlinser?
Med kontaktlinser er det ingen problemer. Om brillene passer utenpå dine vanlige briller avhenger av størrelsen og formen på begge innfatningene, så sjekk målene på produktsiden eller send meg en melding før du bestiller, så finner vi riktig modell sammen.
Er blålysbriller ekstra nyttig i mørketiden i Norge?
Ja. I mørketiden bruker de fleste nordmenn mer kunstig lys og skjermtid gjennom hele døgnet, ikke bare om kvelden, siden dagslyset uteblir. Det gjør det enda viktigere å skille tydelig mellom dagslys-eksponering og kveldsbelysning. Bruk klar eller gul linse på dagtid innendørs, og gå over til oransje eller rød når det egentlig skulle vært mørkt ute.
Fungerer blålysbriller selv om jeg allerede bruker nattmodus (Night Shift) på telefonen?
Ja, og de utfyller hverandre. Nattmodus demper kun blålys fra selve skjermen. Blålysbriller filtrerer alt lys som treffer øynene dine, inkludert taklys, lamper og andre skjermer i rommet som ikke har nattmodus. Bruker du begge samtidig får du et mer komplett lysmiljø om kvelden enn telefoninnstillingen alene kan gi.
Passer blålysbriller til barn?
Ja. Jeg har egne barnebriller, Starlight og Firefly, med oransje linse i mindre innfatninger. Barn reagerer ofte sterkere på kveldslys enn voksne, så det kan være ekstra nyttig for dem. Bruk dem om kvelden før leggetid, og husk at faste leggetider og mindre skjermtid fortsatt er det viktigste.
Kan blålysbriller hjelpe med generelle søvnproblemer, ikke bare fra skjermbruk?
Delvis. Blålysbriller adresserer én kilde til forstyrret søvn: kunstig lys om kvelden. Søvnproblemer har ofte flere årsaker, som stress, koffein sent på dagen eller uregelmessig leggetid. Brillene er ett verktøy i en større søvnrutine, ikke en fullstendig løsning alene. Kombiner med sirkadisk belysning og faste rutiner for best resultat.
Glasses Are One Part of the System
For complete circadian management, pair your blålysbriller with the right room lighting and a morning light protocol.
Circadian Lighting
The room lighting half of the equation. Sirkadisk belysning handles the ambient environment - the glasses handle screens. Both together close all the gaps.
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