How it works

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LED light therapy has an established history of skin uses. The U.S. Navy SEALs began using it in the 1990s to help heal wounds quickly and to help regenerate damaged muscle tissues.

Since then, the treatment has been researched for different situations in aesthetics. It’s mainly noted for increasing collagen and tissues. All of which can smooth out your skin and reduce the appearance of damage from:

• age spots

• acne

• wrinkles

 

Different colour LED light penetrates the skin at different depths, thereby providing different results based on the colour light being emitted. There are different frequencies, or wavelengths, used with LED light treatment. These include red and blue light frequencies, which don’t contain ultraviolet rays and are readily absorbed into the skin.

 

Safety:

• Unlike other types of light therapy, LEDs do not contain ultraviolet rays. Therefore, they’re safe for regular use.

• LED light therapy doesn’t cause burns compared to other anti-aging treatments such as chemical peels, dermabrasion, and laser therapy. It may be safe for all skin colors and types.

• You shouldn’t use LED light therapy if you take Accutane for acne or if you’re experiencing skin rashes.

• Side effects are rare, but may include increased inflammation, redness, and rashes.

 

Convenience:

• Procedures take 20 minutes at a time. You’ll need to go back once a week for up to 10 weeks, then only once every few months

• At-home LED devices can be used at your convenience without having to go to any appointments. The downside is that the results may not be as dramatic