What is L.E.D Light Therapy?
LED Light therapy treatment is a form of LED Phototherapy that uses specific wavelengths of light stimulate natural process of your skin. Unlike lasers or IPL, it doesn't damage the skin or generate significant heat- It's designed to encourage your skin cells to function more effectively.
How the different light wavelengths work
Red Light
This is the wavelength most associated with anti-aging and skin rejuvenation.
- Stimulate fibroblasts to produce more collagen and elastin
- Improve skin firmness and elasticity
- Reduce the appearance if fine lines
- Enhance circulation, giving skin a healthier glow
- Support healing after procedures like Microneedling or peels
Blue Light
Blue light is primarily used for acne-prone skin
- Targets Cutibacterium acnes (the bacteria involved in acne
- Helps reduce inflammatory breakouts
- Can decrease excess oil production over-time
Near-infrared light
This penetrates deeper into the skin
- Calm inflammation and redness
- Accelerate tissue repair
- Support wound healing
- Reduce recovery time after cosmetic treatments
- improve overall skin resilience
Pre / Post treatment
• Avoid going to a tanning bed for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
• Avoid extended sun exposure for 10 days prior to treatment.
• Delay use of medication which can cause photosensitivity.
- Post treatment
• Avoid going to a tanning bed for 2 weeks post treatment.
• Do not exfoliate skin excessively.
• Delay use of medication which can cause photosensitivity.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and excessive heat. Apply sun block product thoroughly on the skin.
• Hydrate the skin.
Contraindication
- Pregnancy — studies have not sufficiently assessed the risk to pregnant women and their babies,
therefore it is not recommended.
- Cancers(over the tumorsite)
- Epilepsy — certain light frequencies can trigger an epileptic seizure
- Thyroid condition — if you suffer from a thyroid condition or are on thyroid medication
- Cautions with medications because of light sensitivity
