12 Blue Light Products Derms Recommend to Keep Skin Protected During Screen Time

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic ($169)

“SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic is one of my favorite vitamin C products that also protects against blue light.” —dermatologist Bertha Baum, MD

“Blue light increases the production of free radicals, so I’d recommend a topical product with antioxidants. Find one with antioxidants such as vitamin C, resveratrol (red wine extract) or vitamin E. l like SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic.”
—Warwick, RI dermatologist Caroline Chang, MD

Revision Skincare C+ Correcting Complex ($164)

“This is a powerful vitamin C antioxidant lotion that is great for blue light protection. It contains Revision’s MelaPATH Technology, which is a patent-pending blend of powerful antioxidants that is designed to combat free radicals, and it also supports the skin’s microbiome with prebiotic technology.” —New York dermatologist Julie Russak, MD

SkinMedica LUMIVIVE System ($268)

“This two-step system includes a day serum and a night serum: The day serum effectively protects against pollution and blue light and the night serum helps the skin recover from the day.” —Greenwich, CT dermatologist Lynne Haven, MD

The Ordinary Resveratrol 3% + Ferulic Acid 3% ($9)

“This is another great antioxidant product I recommend to my patients to protect their skin from environmental aggressors including blue light, and the price is very accessible.” —Dr. Chang

bareMinerals Complexion Rescue SPF 30 ($37)

“I recommend this tinted moisturizer for my patients to even out skin tone while protecting the skin from the harmful effects of blue light. More importantly, it doesn’t break the bank!” —Torrance, CA dermatologist Divya Shokeen Khalsa, MD

EltaMD UV Replenish ($38)

“Blue light can contribute to formation of wrinkles and skin damage, so I recommend wearing this sunscreen, which provides protection from sun and high-energy visible (HEV) blue light.” —Dover, NH dermatologist Brienne Cressey, MD

HydroPeptide Somnifera Root Mist ($48)

“I love this soothing mist. It will protect your skin from damaging blue light while delivering a refreshing burst of hydration. It’s perfect for those who spend hours working on a computer.” —Dedham, MA dermatologist Joyce Imahiyerobo-Ip, MD

Dermablend Flawless Creator Lightweight Foundation ($40)

“I love this foundation. The brand actually did an in vivo study and found that it helps to defend against pigmentation caused by visible light.” —Dallas dermatologist Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand, MD