WO2022066504A1 - Liquid uv protection for an eyeglass lens - Google Patents

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WO2022066504A1
WO2022066504A1 PCT/US2021/050685 US2021050685W WO2022066504A1 WO 2022066504 A1 WO2022066504 A1 WO 2022066504A1 US 2021050685 W US2021050685 W US 2021050685W WO 2022066504 A1 WO2022066504 A1 WO 2022066504A1
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  • the normal prescription eyeglass user will typically carry at least two sets of prescription glasses with them which accommodate different light conditions (e.g. inside/night time light conditions and outside/day time light conditions). It would be most useful if a normal prescription eyeglass user (e.g. with normal non-TransitionTM based glasses) could carry and use one set of glasses which could be satisfactory for all light conditions encountered throughout the day (e.g. inside/nighttime light conditions and outside/day time light conditions).
  • the present invention solves the problems noted above and others.
  • the present invention provides the ability for a normal prescription eyeglass user to carry and use one set of glasses which are satisfactory for all light conditions encountered throughout their day (e.g. inside/nighttime light conditions and outside/daytime light conditions).
  • the present invention provides an apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens.
  • the apparatus comprises a liquid formulation comprising ingredients capable absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC, and/or blue light (such as harmful blue light)).
  • EM electromagnetic
  • the apparatus further includes a container comprising an applicator means for applying the liquid to the eyeglass lens and the liquid formulation is disposed in the container.
  • the apparatus further contains instructions for applying the liquid formulation to an eyeglass lens.
  • the present invention provides a method for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens and an associated lens produced by the method.
  • the method includes comprising the steps of: (i) providing the apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens as described herein and (ii) applying the liquid formulation to a lens of an eyeglass.
  • the present invention provides another apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens.
  • the apparatus includes a transparent polymer film capable absorbing or reflecting EM radiation having a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range).
  • the film is sized and shaped for attachment to a surface the eyeglass lens wherein in preferred embodiments the film is attached to or disposed in contact with a surface of an eyeglass lens.
  • Figs. 1 to 5 show embodiments of the apparatus and kits of the present invention.
  • the present invention solves problems in the art with respect to prescription eyeglasses and users thereof.
  • the present invention allows a user to carry a single set of prescription eyeglasses that can be used in various light conditions.
  • the apparatus of the present invention is a consumer product that is available at consumer product stores such as an optometrist, pharmacy, grocery, and/or convenience store or other location selling eyeglasses or other consumer products. Said consumer product being carried with the user and easily applied to and/or removed from the lens of the eyeglass.
  • the apparatus of the invention or at least a portion thereof is disposable.
  • the present invention provides an apparatus 101 for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens.
  • the apparatus 101 includes a liquid formulation 103 comprising ingredients capable of absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC, and/or blue light (such as harmful blue light)).
  • the apparatus further includes a container 105 comprising an applicator means 107 for applying the liquid 103 to the eyeglass lens 109.
  • the liquid formulation 103 is disposed in the container 105.
  • the formulation when in either or preferably both liquid and/or dry form is transparent.
  • the apparatus and/or formulation When applied (and in a dry and/or liquid state) the apparatus and/or formulation is capable of absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC, and/or blue light (such as harmful blue light)).
  • EM electromagnetic
  • the apparatus and/or formulation e.g. dry and/or liquid
  • UV UVA, UVB and/or UVC
  • optionally some but not all visible electromagnetic radiation such as blue light including harmful blue light.
  • the apparatus and/or formulation e.g.
  • dry and/or liquid is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation having: a wavelength of between 10 nm (shortest wavelength of UV radiation range) to 500 nm (longest wavelength of blue light spectrum; more preferably a wavelength of between 280 nm (shortest wavelength of UVB radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range); and in some embodiments a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range).
  • the applicator means 107 includes a pump spray nozzle with associated straw/hose 109 disposed within the reservoir.
  • the applicator means 107 may be an aerosol spray nozzle combined with an associated pressurized container 103.
  • the liquid formulation can be applied and/or spread uniformly across the lens of an eyeglass via deposition techniques such as atomization, etc.
  • the applicator means 207 may be a wicking tip in liquid communication with the liquid 203 disposed in the container 205 (e.g. a felt tip).
  • a wicking tip in liquid communication with the liquid 203 disposed in the container 205 (e.g. a felt tip).
  • the applicator means may be an object capable of absorbing liquid, such as brush 307 or fabric (optionally disposable etc.), which is disposed in contact with liquid 303 and is removeable and replaceable from the container 303.
  • the application means is impregnated with and/or otherwise in intimate and/or direct contact with the liquid formulation.
  • the applicator means may be a dropper 407 disposed in contact with liquid 403 and is removeable and replaceable from the container 403.
  • the applicator means may be a fabric wipe disposed in contact, or impregnated with, liquid 503 in container 505.
  • the applicator means is employed to transfer liquid from the container to a lens of an eyeglass.
  • the liquid formulation of the apparatus and kits of the present invention will preferably contain one or more ingredients and/or additives such that when applied to a lens of an eyeglass the apparatus will change one or more optical properties of the eyeglass.
  • the preferred additives and/or polymer and/or monomer provide UVA and/or UVB absorption and/or reflectance to the apparatus.
  • the one or more additives are effective to change or alter the tint, color, glare (e.g. anti-glare etc.) shade, light/electromagnetic radiation transmission, etc.
  • the films can reduce the visible light transmission through the film (and hence the lens) by 10-80%, for example by 25-75%, etc.
  • the apparatus/film contains a polarizing/polarization filter which reduces polarized light (e.g. reflected light) transmission through the film (and hence the lens) by 10- 80%, for example by 25-75%, etc.
  • the ingredient capable absorbing and/or reflecting UVA and/or UVB radiation is selected from the group consisting of: Tinosorb S and M, Mexoryl SX, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Avobenzone, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, organic dyes, and metallic oxide pigments.
  • the ingredient capable of absorbing/reflecting UVB is selected from the group consisting of: aminobenzoates, cinnamates, salicylates, octocrylene, ensulizole, and camphor derivatives among many others.
  • the ingredient capable of absorbing/reflecting UVA is selected from the group consisting of: benzophenones, anthranilates, avobenzones, and ecamsule, among many others.
  • the liquid of the apparatus of the present invention preferably forms spreads evenly/uniformly and forms a thin film (preferably a thin polymer film) when applied to and dried on the surface of an eyeglass lens.
  • the liquid preferably contains any or all of those selected from: a film forming agent (such a polymeric component described herein); a surfactant/wetting agent (for promoting liquid spreading on the lens such as those that reduce the surface tension of the liquid formulation including those used in dishwashing liquids, hand soaps, and shampoos); a drying (or curing) agent/catalyst such as those used at low concentrations that help to accelerate film/coating formation reactions; a defoamer; and a dispersing/stabilizing agent such as a low-molecular weight material used to provide optimal dispersion of ingredients within the liquid formulation (e.g. stabilized against the flocculation) to ensure even application of ingredients across the lens of an eyeglass; and/or any combination thereof.
  • a film forming agent such as a polymeric
  • the liquid formulation forms a polymer film/coating by any or all of: evaporation of solvent or carrier liquid in the liquid formulation; cross-linking of low-molecular- weight, low-viscosity polymer precursors in the liquid formulation; and/or coalescence of small particles in the liquid formulation.
  • an optical quality film/coating is preferably produced.
  • such coating is removable from the lens via peeling and/or rubbing with a cloth (such as a microfiber lens cloth) and/or washing with water and/or soap.
  • the dried formulation will preferably be water soluble or biodegradable and optionally include water-soluble and/or biodegradable material polymers.
  • Such water-soluble materials and/or biodegradable polymers are not limited and can include polysaccharides, polyoxides, polyethylene oxides (e.g. such as those sold under the POLYOX trademark), polyesters, polyamides, polyethylene and polysorbides among many others.
  • the thin film is durable and can withstand washing, drying, and reuse for example washing with soap and water or solvent cleaning system etc.
  • the resulting coating can have a thickness of between .001 and .01 inches and more preferably between .0035 and .0085 inches.
  • the film is preferably easily removed from the lens.
  • the formulation is preferably water soluble and/or removed via minimal physical force from the lens by a user (e.g. such as with a microfabric wipe/fabric optionally contained in the apparatus).
  • the apparatus etc. is provided along with instructions for applying the liquid formulation to an eyeglass lens.
  • the instructions describe how to apply the liquid using the application means provided with the container.
  • the apparatus etc. will contain instructions and/or a wipe (e.g. a wetted wipe or cloth microfiber wipe) for cleaning the lens before application and/or removing the dried formulation from the lens after application.
  • the apparatus will further include a carrying case, where the carrying case has a reservoir sized to receive the container and optionally a pair of eyeglasses.
  • the apparatus may be packaged in a multiple use or single use form in any know method or consumer packaging sized to receive the apparatus.
  • the apparatus may be preferably packaged in a single use (or limited use) friable or blister disposable packaging with instructions for use of the apparatus.
  • the product is preferably directed to end consumer product users using prescription eyeglasses/bifocals, etc.
  • the product will be preferably available in consumer goods stores and/or settings such as physical locations and/or online retailers such as Amazon etc.
  • the apparatus when disposed in its on-sale location will preferably be packaged and/or associated with instructions and/or exemplary location (such as an endcap and/or kiosk etc.) which instructions and/or pictures explaining/showing use of the apparatus and preferably within the general location of eyeglasses/bifocals within the consumer product stored.
  • the present invention provides a method for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens.
  • the method comprising the steps of: (i) providing the apparatus of claim 1; and (ii) applying the liquid formulation to a lens of an eyeglass.
  • the method further includes the step of (iii) allowing the liquid formulation to spread to cover the lens; and (iv) allowing the liquid to dry.
  • the present invention provides an eyeglass lens having modified properties produced by the methods described herein.
  • the apparatus containing a liquid formulation when applied to a surface and allowed to dry and/or the method of use described above provides for a dry film and/or product by process, which includes an apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens.
  • the apparatus generally includes a transparent polymer film capable absorbing or reflecting EM radiation (per the descriptions provided above) and is sized and shaped for attachment to a surface the eyeglass lens.
  • the film is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation harmful blue light (e.g. EM radiation having a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range)).

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Abstract

The present invention provides an apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens. The apparatus comprises a liquid formulation comprising ingredients capable absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC radiation and/or blue light etc.) and a container comprising an applicator means for applying the liquid to the eyeglass lens. The liquid formulation is disposed in the container. Also provided are methods for use and products formed from the method and apparatus/formulations such as films etc.

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Title:
Liquid UV Protection for an Eyeglass Lens
Related Applications and Priority:
This application claims the benefit of US Prov. App. 63/082,091 filed on September 23, 2020 which is incorporated by reference for all purposes. This application is also related to US Pat. App. Ser. No. US 17/011,118 filed on September 3, 2020 which claims the benefit of US Prov. App. 62/896,823 filed on September 6, 2019, all of which are incorporated by reference for all purposes.
Background of Invention:
Hundreds of millions of people around the world wear prescription glasses of some type. Unless these prescription glasses are provisioned with technology that provides UV protection and/or changes the tint at varying light conditions (e.g. such as Transition™ lens technology), the normal prescription eyeglass user will typically carry at least two sets of prescription glasses with them which accommodate different light conditions (e.g. inside/night time light conditions and outside/day time light conditions). It would be most useful if a normal prescription eyeglass user (e.g. with normal non-Transition™ based glasses) could carry and use one set of glasses which could be satisfactory for all light conditions encountered throughout the day (e.g. inside/nighttime light conditions and outside/day time light conditions).
Brief Summary of the Invention:
The present invention solves the problems noted above and others. The present invention provides the ability for a normal prescription eyeglass user to carry and use one set of glasses which are satisfactory for all light conditions encountered throughout their day (e.g. inside/nighttime light conditions and outside/daytime light conditions).
In a first embodiment, the present invention provides an apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens. The apparatus comprises a liquid formulation comprising ingredients capable absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC, and/or blue light (such as harmful blue light)). The apparatus further includes a container comprising an applicator means for applying the liquid to the eyeglass lens and the liquid formulation is disposed in the container. In a further embodiment, the apparatus further contains instructions for applying the liquid formulation to an eyeglass lens.
In a second embodiment, the present invention provides a method for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens and an associated lens produced by the method. The method includes comprising the steps of: (i) providing the apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens as described herein and (ii) applying the liquid formulation to a lens of an eyeglass.
In a third embodiment, the present invention provides another apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens. In this embodiment, the apparatus includes a transparent polymer film capable absorbing or reflecting EM radiation having a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range). The film is sized and shaped for attachment to a surface the eyeglass lens wherein in preferred embodiments the film is attached to or disposed in contact with a surface of an eyeglass lens.
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Figs. 1 to 5 show embodiments of the apparatus and kits of the present invention.
Detailed Description:
The present invention solves problems in the art with respect to prescription eyeglasses and users thereof. In particularly preferred embodiments, the present invention allows a user to carry a single set of prescription eyeglasses that can be used in various light conditions. In most preferred embodiments, the apparatus of the present invention is a consumer product that is available at consumer product stores such as an optometrist, pharmacy, grocery, and/or convenience store or other location selling eyeglasses or other consumer products. Said consumer product being carried with the user and easily applied to and/or removed from the lens of the eyeglass. In other preferred embodiments, the apparatus of the invention or at least a portion thereof (such as the applicator or application means and/or liquid formulation in a liquid or dry form) is disposable.
Apparatus Containing Liquid Formulation:
In accordance with a first embodiment, and as shown in Fig. 1, the present invention provides an apparatus 101 for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens. The apparatus 101 includes a liquid formulation 103 comprising ingredients capable of absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC, and/or blue light (such as harmful blue light)). The apparatus further includes a container 105 comprising an applicator means 107 for applying the liquid 103 to the eyeglass lens 109. The liquid formulation 103 is disposed in the container 105.
In preferred embodiments, the formulation when in either or preferably both liquid and/or dry form is transparent. When applied (and in a dry and/or liquid state) the apparatus and/or formulation is capable of absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation (such as UVA, UVB, UVC, and/or blue light (such as harmful blue light)). Here the apparatus and/or formulation (e.g. dry and/or liquid) is preferably capable of absorbing or reflecting UV (UVA, UVB and/or UVC) radiation and optionally some but not all visible electromagnetic radiation such as blue light including harmful blue light. To achieve this goal the apparatus and/or formulation (e.g. dry and/or liquid) is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation having: a wavelength of between 10 nm (shortest wavelength of UV radiation range) to 500 nm (longest wavelength of blue light spectrum; more preferably a wavelength of between 280 nm (shortest wavelength of UVB radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range); and in some embodiments a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range).
As shown in Fig. 1, the applicator means 107 includes a pump spray nozzle with associated straw/hose 109 disposed within the reservoir. The applicator means 107 however may be an aerosol spray nozzle combined with an associated pressurized container 103. In these applications, the liquid formulation can be applied and/or spread uniformly across the lens of an eyeglass via deposition techniques such as atomization, etc. In the alternative, and as shown in Fig. 2 the applicator means 207 may be a wicking tip in liquid communication with the liquid 203 disposed in the container 205 (e.g. a felt tip). In the alternative, and as shown in Fig. 3, the applicator means may be an object capable of absorbing liquid, such as brush 307 or fabric (optionally disposable etc.), which is disposed in contact with liquid 303 and is removeable and replaceable from the container 303. In other preferred embodiments, the application means is impregnated with and/or otherwise in intimate and/or direct contact with the liquid formulation. In the alternative as shown in Fig. 4, the applicator means may be a dropper 407 disposed in contact with liquid 403 and is removeable and replaceable from the container 403. In yet an alternate embodiment the applicator means may be a fabric wipe disposed in contact, or impregnated with, liquid 503 in container 505. Here, there may be a plurality of fabric wipes 503 disposed in a stacked configuration in the container 505 which are sequentially removeable therefrom. In any event, the applicator means is employed to transfer liquid from the container to a lens of an eyeglass.
The liquid formulation of the apparatus and kits of the present invention will preferably contain one or more ingredients and/or additives such that when applied to a lens of an eyeglass the apparatus will change one or more optical properties of the eyeglass. In these embodiments, the preferred additives and/or polymer and/or monomer provide UVA and/or UVB absorption and/or reflectance to the apparatus. In other embodiments, the one or more additives are effective to change or alter the tint, color, glare (e.g. anti-glare etc.) shade, light/electromagnetic radiation transmission, etc. For example, in other embodiments the films can reduce the visible light transmission through the film (and hence the lens) by 10-80%, for example by 25-75%, etc. In other embodiments, the apparatus/film contains a polarizing/polarization filter which reduces polarized light (e.g. reflected light) transmission through the film (and hence the lens) by 10- 80%, for example by 25-75%, etc.
In preferred embodiments, the ingredient capable absorbing and/or reflecting UVA and/or UVB radiation is selected from the group consisting of: Tinosorb S and M, Mexoryl SX, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Avobenzone, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, organic dyes, and metallic oxide pigments. In other embodiments the ingredient capable of absorbing/reflecting UVB is selected from the group consisting of: aminobenzoates, cinnamates, salicylates, octocrylene, ensulizole, and camphor derivatives among many others. In other embodiments the ingredient capable of absorbing/reflecting UVA is selected from the group consisting of: benzophenones, anthranilates, avobenzones, and ecamsule, among many others.
The liquid of the apparatus of the present invention preferably forms spreads evenly/uniformly and forms a thin film (preferably a thin polymer film) when applied to and dried on the surface of an eyeglass lens. In preferred embodiments, the liquid preferably contains any or all of those selected from: a film forming agent (such a polymeric component described herein); a surfactant/wetting agent (for promoting liquid spreading on the lens such as those that reduce the surface tension of the liquid formulation including those used in dishwashing liquids, hand soaps, and shampoos); a drying (or curing) agent/catalyst such as those used at low concentrations that help to accelerate film/coating formation reactions; a defoamer; and a dispersing/stabilizing agent such as a low-molecular weight material used to provide optimal dispersion of ingredients within the liquid formulation (e.g. stabilized against the flocculation) to ensure even application of ingredients across the lens of an eyeglass; and/or any combination thereof.
In preferred processes, the liquid formulation forms a polymer film/coating by any or all of: evaporation of solvent or carrier liquid in the liquid formulation; cross-linking of low-molecular- weight, low-viscosity polymer precursors in the liquid formulation; and/or coalescence of small particles in the liquid formulation. Once the liquid is applied to a lens and dried, an optical quality film/coating is preferably produced. In additional embodiments, such coating is removable from the lens via peeling and/or rubbing with a cloth (such as a microfiber lens cloth) and/or washing with water and/or soap. In these embodiments, the dried formulation will preferably be water soluble or biodegradable and optionally include water-soluble and/or biodegradable material polymers. Such water-soluble materials and/or biodegradable polymers are not limited and can include polysaccharides, polyoxides, polyethylene oxides (e.g. such as those sold under the POLYOX trademark), polyesters, polyamides, polyethylene and polysorbides among many others. In other embodiment, the thin film is durable and can withstand washing, drying, and reuse for example washing with soap and water or solvent cleaning system etc.
Once the liquid is applied and dried, the resulting coating can have a thickness of between .001 and .01 inches and more preferably between .0035 and .0085 inches. Once applied and/or dried the film is preferably easily removed from the lens. In such embodiments, the formulation is preferably water soluble and/or removed via minimal physical force from the lens by a user (e.g. such as with a microfabric wipe/fabric optionally contained in the apparatus).
In a preferred embodiment, the apparatus etc. is provided along with instructions for applying the liquid formulation to an eyeglass lens. The instructions describe how to apply the liquid using the application means provided with the container. Optionally, the apparatus etc. will contain instructions and/or a wipe (e.g. a wetted wipe or cloth microfiber wipe) for cleaning the lens before application and/or removing the dried formulation from the lens after application. In preferred embodiments, the apparatus will further include a carrying case, where the carrying case has a reservoir sized to receive the container and optionally a pair of eyeglasses.
The apparatus may be packaged in a multiple use or single use form in any know method or consumer packaging sized to receive the apparatus. However, in preferred embodiments, the apparatus may be preferably packaged in a single use (or limited use) friable or blister disposable packaging with instructions for use of the apparatus.
Again, the product is preferably directed to end consumer product users using prescription eyeglasses/bifocals, etc. The product will be preferably available in consumer goods stores and/or settings such as physical locations and/or online retailers such as Amazon etc. The apparatus when disposed in its on-sale location will preferably be packaged and/or associated with instructions and/or exemplary location (such as an endcap and/or kiosk etc.) which instructions and/or pictures explaining/showing use of the apparatus and preferably within the general location of eyeglasses/bifocals within the consumer product stored. Methods of Use:
In a further preferred embodiment, the present invention provides a method for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens. The method comprising the steps of: (i) providing the apparatus of claim 1; and (ii) applying the liquid formulation to a lens of an eyeglass. Preferably the method further includes the step of (iii) allowing the liquid formulation to spread to cover the lens; and (iv) allowing the liquid to dry.
Film Apparatus and/or Product by Process:
In one preferred embodiment, the present invention provides an eyeglass lens having modified properties produced by the methods described herein.
In a further preferred embodiment, the apparatus containing a liquid formulation when applied to a surface and allowed to dry and/or the method of use described above provides for a dry film and/or product by process, which includes an apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens. The apparatus generally includes a transparent polymer film capable absorbing or reflecting EM radiation (per the descriptions provided above) and is sized and shaped for attachment to a surface the eyeglass lens. In most preferred embodiments, the film is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation harmful blue light (e.g. EM radiation having a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range)).

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1. An apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens, the apparatus comprising: a liquid formulation comprising ingredients capable absorbing or reflecting electromagnetic (EM) radiation a container comprising an applicator means for applying the liquid to the eyeglass lens, wherein the liquid formulation is disposed in the container.
2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the liquid formulation is capable of absorbing or reflecting UV (UVA, UVB and/or UVC) radiation and optionally some but not all visible electromagnetic radiation.
3. The apparatus of claim 2, wherein the liquid formulation is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation have a wavelength of between 10 nm (shortest wavelength of UV radiation range) to 500 nm (longest wavelength of blue light spectrum.
4. The apparatus of claim 3, wherein the liquid formulation is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation have a wavelength of between 280 nm (shortest wavelength of UVB radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range).
5. The apparatus of claim 4, wherein the liquid formulation is capable of absorbing or reflecting EM radiation have a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range).
6. The apparatus of claim 4, wherein the ingredient capable absorbing or reflecting EM radiation is selected from the group consisting of: Tinosorb S and M, Mexoryl SX, Oxybenzone, Octinoxate, Avobenzone, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, organic dyes, and metallic oxide pigments.
7. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the liquid formulation comprises a polarizing filter.
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8. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the applicator means is selected from the group consisting of: a bristle brush, foam, felt, pump sprayer, aerosol sprayer, and fabric wipe and optionally wherein the liquid formulation is in intimate contact with and/or impregnated into the selected applicator.
9. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the liquid formulation further comprising an ingredient selected form the group consisting of: a film forming agent, a surfactant/wetting agent, a drying agent, a dispersing agent.
10. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the liquid formulation further comprises a biodegradable polymer selected from the group consisting of: polysaccharide, polyoxide, polyester, polyethylene and polysorbide.
11. The apparatus of claim 1, further comprising instructions for applying the liquid formulation to an eyeglass lens.
12. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising a cloth wipe and instructions for cleaning the eyeglass lens before or after application of the liquid formulation.
13. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising a carrying case, wherein the carrying case has a reservoir sized to receive the container and optionally a reservoir sized to receive a pair of eyeglasses.
14. The apparatus of claim 11, wherein the liquid formulation is transparent in a liquid state, in a dry/solid state, or in both a liquid and dry/solid state.
15. The apparatus of claim 11, wherein the apparatus is a consumer product and is located at a pharmacy, grocery, convenience and/or other store selling consumer goods, and wherein the apparatus or a portion thereof such as the applicator is optionally disposable.
16. A method for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens, the method comprising the steps of:
(i) providing the apparatus of claim 1; and
9 (ii) applying the liquid formulation to a lens of an eyeglass using the applicator means, thereby modifying a property of an eyeglass lens.
17. The method of claim 16, further comprising the step of (iii) allowing the liquid formulation to spread to cover the lens; and (iv) allowing the liquid to dry.
18. An eyeglass lens having modified properties produced by the method of claim 16.
19. An apparatus for modifying a property of an eyeglass lens, the apparatus comprising: a transparent polymer film capable absorbing or reflecting EM radiation having a wavelength of between 380 nm (shortest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) to 455 nm (longest wavelength of harmful blue light radiation range) wherein the film is sized and shaped for attachment to a surface the eyeglass lens.
20. The apparatus of claim 19, wherein the transparent polymer film is disposed in contact with a eyeglass lens.
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