How All This Extra Blue Light Is Damaging Our Skin
We’re still learning about exactly what blue light does to our skin, however. “The effects of blue light emitted from the computer are still controversial,” says double-board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Melissa Doft. “But research has shown that the blue light leads to the formation of free radicals, which decrease your stores of elastin and collagen, leading to fine lines and wrinkles.” She also cites eventual inflammation and hyperpigmentation as a result of blue light exposure.