Stupid neodymium question

[jwideman]

How do I make sure this coating isn't on the bulb? Is it always listed? Do I have to have a clear bulb or is a "soft white" okay?

 

[snazzyglasses]

I think basking bulbs will always have Neodymium listed on them, but I don't know about household bulbs. I believe the beardie-safe ones are Bright White and Clear. Soft White is okay for extra lighting (actually I have a 40W soft white for the cool side of my big guy's viv), but those don't get bright enough to use for basking.
And I'm pretty sure those "Reveal" types have neodymium, but I'm not sure if it says it on the packaging or not. :study:

 

[jwideman]

Thanks. I heard some clear bulbs were coated with neodymium to make them brighter, which would be a problem. But I guess it would be on the package.