Why does Simon Cowell wear red glasses?
SIMON Cowell was seen wearing red glasses during the first episode of Britain's Got Talent 2024.
But why is he wearing these glasses and what did he say about it?
Why does Simon Cowell always wear red glasses?
Simon Cowell wears red glasses to prevent migraines.
He also suffers with photophobia and acute light sensitivity.
The red-tinted glasses are designed for people with migraines and are said to cost between £20 and £300.
However the NHS does not suggest wearing them as a potential aid.
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Rob Music, chief executive of said: “At the moment, there is not enough high-quality scientific evidence for us to know whether these glasses help people with migraines or not, so we cannot recommend them.”
Prof Peter Goadsby, of King’s College London, tells Sun Health: “Some of those with migraines do find relief with tints.
“There is some limited science to this.
"Altogether, it’s fair to say it’s not very well understood.
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“That said, light sensitivity is very common in migraines.”
I have lights in my eyes all day long. It’s like a
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laser and the red glasses actually do work
There are many triggers when suffering from migraines, such as stress, alcohol, loud noise and smell.
Taking medication can make a difference when suffering from them.
In April 2024, the NHS released a new pill, which is preventing migraines.
Prof Goadsby says: “These medicines are game-changers.
“I think it’s fair to say these medicines are turning migraine management upside down for the better.”
What has Simon Cowell said about his glasses?
He told The Sun: “The red glasses are because I have lights in my eyes all day long.
"It’s like a laser and I get migraines and that’s like a filter.
“And they actually do work.”
Simon shared with his Instagram followers in February 2024: “I just found out, according to the internet, I have a ‘mystery illness’.
“For anyone concerned, I missed two auditions at the end of one day, two weeks ago, because I do get migraines after long days in the filming lights.
"Next week we are filming BGT in Manchester - I look forward to seeing you then.
"PS. This is why I wear these glasses!''
How long has Simon Cowell worn glasses for?
Simon Cowell has been seen wearing glasses since November 2023.
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He explained on Instagram in February 2024 his reasons for having them.
The glasses are to help him against migraine.