How Screen Time Accelerates Your Eyewear Replacement Schedule
Jun 19, 2025
Nearly all of us work on screens and spend our spare time watching one every single day, but did you know that screens can actually affect the lifespan of your eyewear?
Prolonged exposure to screens such as your phone, TV, tablet, or laptop not only strains your eyes but also your eyewear. This is due to faster wear and tear.
Find out in our guide below more about why screen time speeds up your eyewear replacement, why we recommend blue light-blocking glasses, and how to pick the best ones.
Why Screen Time Speeds Up Eyewear Replacement
Blue Light Exposure: The Modern Threat To Eye Health
Short-term exposure to blue light can cause dry eyes, headaches, and blurred vision. Long-term exposure on the other hand can accelerate macular degeneration and even alter your circadian rhythm, interrupting sleep.
A Shorter Replacement Cycle: From 2-3 Years to 12-18 Months
People traditionally replace their eyewear every 2-3 years due to normal wear and tear or prescription changes. With screen time now averaging 7 hours a day¹ users are reporting needing replacements every 12-18 months.
The Science Behind Faster Wear and Tear
Blue light doesn’t directly impact the glass of your glasses but it contributes indirectly because of scratches from frequent cleaning as glare and smudges appear faster due to usage.
Faster vision degradation also happens due to eye fatigue. Most people end up replacing their glasses sooner since they upgrade their lenses for blue light protection.
Why We Recommend Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Reduces eye strain - Blue light-blocking glasses can help alleviate digital eye strain which reduces discomfort like headaches and fatigue.
Protects retinal health - These lenses reduce potential damage to the retina caused by prolonged screen usage.
Improves sleep quality - These glasses help you maintain healthy melatonin levels which can promote better sleep.
Enhances focus - They help reduce glare and discomfort which can help you stay focused for longer periods.
Find Your Perfect Pair: Best Blue Light Glasses at GlassesShop
The Best Blue Light Glasses from GlassesShop
You can combine your custom prescription with digital eye protection. Our best blue light block glasses prevent vision fatigue caused by screen time and reduce the need for frequent prescription updates.
These glasses are ideal for remote workers, students, or anyone who spends a lot of time on a screen.
Non-Prescription Blue Light Glasses
These are perfect for gamers, coders, and office workers. Getting non-prescription blue light glasses is a proactive step in maintaining long-term eye health, there is no vision correction needed, just protection.
Blue Block Pro Glasses (Upgrade to Blue Light Lenses for only $9.90)
Our blue block pro glasses come with numerous add-ons and features such as -
Anti-blue light coating - Blocks harmful high-frequency blue light.
Multifocal option - Perfect for those who need distance and near vision.
UV400 protection - These help shield eyes from damaging ultraviolet rays.
Anti-scratch coating - Increase durability especially if there is frequent cleaning.
Anti-glare - Helps minimize distractions from reflections.
Water-resistant - Keeps your lenses clear in humid and warm environments.
Photochromic Blue-Light Glasses
These are ideal hybrid glasses when you're moving between indoor screens and outdoor environments. These lenses automatically darken under UV exposure and offer UV and blue light protection all in one.
These also eliminate the need for a second pair of sunglasses.
Protect Your Eyes With Long Lasting Eyewear At GlassesShop
Glasses are no longer just visual aids, they are tools that can help protect your eyes in this digital age and maintain your eye health. The more your screen time increases the so does the need for protective lenses so your vision stays sharp and your eyewear lasts longer.
To avoid replacing your glasses too often, check out our affordable blue-light-blocking glasses at GlassesShop. Since 2004 we have been providing high-quality glasses and have over 1800 frames and advanced lens customization to fit every lifestyle.
Find our whole range of long-lasting blue light blocking glasses here.
¹ Source: Duarte, F. (2025, April 24). Alarming Average Screen Time Statistics (2025). Exploding Topics. Retrieved from https://explodingtopics.com/blog/screen-time-stats
