Recent research published in SLEEP directly tested the effects of blue-enriched lighting on mental wellbeing. The study found that participants exposed to MelaGen® Blue lighting were better able to process and reject negative self-descriptors, demonstrating a clear reduction in negative thought patterns.

This finding is particularly significant for secure and mental health environments, where supporting emotional balance is critical. Negative self-thoughts can affect mood, focus and overall wellbeing, influencing both service users and staff. The study shows that the right lighting can be a subtle but powerful tool to promote emotional regulation.

MelaGen® is specifically designed to harness this science. By delivering blue-enriched light tuned to the body’s natural rhythms, it helps create environments that reduce negative thoughts, support focus and encourage a more positive mindset.

Key Findings:

“we found a significant decrease in negative self-thoughts when exposed to blue-enriched light”
“findings show that blue light reduces negative thoughts, which may allow us to feel better about ourselves.”
“These results provide evidence for the direct effect of light on mood and cognition, and the positive effect of blue-enriched light in decreasing negative self-perceptions.”
“blue light reduces negative self-evaluation…our findings suggest that blue light can acutely improve self-perceptions.”

How MelaGen™ Helps

MelaGen lighting delivers blue-enriched light during the day to support mood and mental clarity, and then shifts to blue-depleted tones in the evening to support calm, rest and sleep.

This study shows us something powerful: light doesn’t just help us see, it changes how we feel about ourselves. In environments, where people can spiral into negative thinking, the right kind of lighting can support better mental wellbeing. MelaGen gives us a tool that works quietly in the background helping reduce emotional escalation and encouraging more stable, positive mental states.

How MelaGen® Can Be Applied in Secure and Mental Health Environments

• Bedrooms, day rooms and communal spaces: Blue-enriched lighting can help service users feel calmer, more positive and emotionally balanced.
• Staff areas: Exposure to MelaGen® Blue lighting supports alertness and focus during demanding shifts.
• Therapy and activity rooms: Lighting that encourages emotional regulation can enhance engagement and the effectiveness of therapeutic sessions.

Contact us to bring MelaGen® into your space and support wellbeing with light designed for people, not just rooms.