Protective effects of blue light-blocking shades on phototoxicity in human ocular surface cells.
Yoshimi NiwanoAtsuo IwasawaKazuo TsubotaMasahiko AyakiKazuno NegishiPublished in: BMJ open ophthalmology (2019)
These results indicate that blue light injures ocular surface cells and the cells are protected from damage by a shade. We recommend blue light protection to maintain ocular health, especially in high-risk populations, such as people with dry eye, contact lens users, the malnourished and the elderly.