There have been endless advances in skin care in the last few years; dragon blood serums, CBD, sheet masks, at home facials and that’s just the beginning. One of the hottest topics right now is LED light therapy, which claims to target acne and help you get smooth, glowing Hollywood skin. It’s been massively popularized by celebrities, and is all over social media. But does it work?
LED light therapy
One of the hottest topics right now is LED light therapy, which claims to target acne and help you get smooth, glowing Hollywood skin. LED light therapy is an attractive option as it’s painless and non-invasive. It’s also a really simple idea to grasp you shine a light on your face, and your skin improves. While the actual science is a little more complicated, it’s easy to see why this method is becoming so popular of late.
The science bit
LED, or light emitting diode, is a form of low-level light energy. This energy penetrates the skin and is used to target different areas and solve different problems. It can help rejuvenate and repair the skin, promote healing, reduce inflammation, stimulate collagen and target nasty skin bacteria. This can have positive impacts for aging and acne-prone skin.
Different types of light produce different benefits. Blue LEDs kill bacteria and target acne; red LEDs reduce inflammation and stimulate collagen; amber light builds new collagen and elastin, reducing signs of aging; and infrared light penetrates deeper into the skin (it has similar benefits to red LED light).
Take Care
While LED light therapy is painless and suitable for use on all skin types, it is not recommended to treat inflamed or irritated skin. If you have an open wound, rash or skin infection, you should wait until it’s cleared up to do your LED treatment. You should also be sure to test the light on your skin before starting any prolonged exposure, just to be absolutely sure you won’t react. Goggles are a must!
LED at home
LED light therapy can be used at home, though it’s worth remembering that any home setup you buy won’t be as powerful as the one in your dermatologist’s office. They can still be very effective, but it’s worth taking a few things into account before you buy.
Your equipment needs the right amount of power for your problem LED light is measured in nanometers, and different lengths of nanometer work best for different skin issues. Make sure your home setup can do what you need it to do.
You’ll also need to commit to a regimen of regular treatments due to their lower power, home LED light treatments must be done more often in order to see results. You may need to use your light several times a week. If you have a handheld light this can be a big commitment! You can also opt for a hands-free light that goes over the entire face if that’s more suitable.
As with most things, you will get the results you are willing to pay for. While an at-home LED device may be much more cost-effective than regular dermatologist appointments, if you go too low-cost you may not see any results. The more powerful the device, the more likely you are to notice the results, but it’s likely that your device will cost a little more. Invest your budget wisely!
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Great article! I wasn’t sure about LED treatment at first, especially because of the mixed reviews in Australia. However, I found a great clinic and it was the best decision I could’ve made.
https://australianbeautypro.com/skin/led-treatments/