LED light therapy has been making waves in the skincare market for some time now. Still, many don’t know that the first people who had used it were the people in NASA when they brought it to space to help with plant growth experiments in space shuttle missions. The navy seals used them to treat musculoskeletal injuries with their team members and showed dramatic results. Since then, many industries dove into the technology, and now we see many products utilizing LED.
LED means light-emitting diode. It is a semiconductor device that emits light when an electric current passes through it. Light is produced when the particles that carry the current (electrons and holes) combine within the semiconductor material.
In skincare, LED light therapy is applied to products wherein wavelengths of light are used to prompt the skin’s natural healing process.
Light therapy showed promising results in wound healing, acne treatment, scarring, wrinkles, and reducing inflammation from skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea.
There is a variety of lightly used in light therapy, and these are:
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Blue Light
Blue light is typically used in acne treatment because it addresses the overproduction of oil from the skin’s sebaceous glands. Acne usually occurs when the skin gets clogged with oil and dead skin cells.
When the hair follicles get clogged with oil, it gets irritated, swells, and leads to whiteheads, blackheads, and pimples. The blue light in light therapy reduces the activity in the sebaceous glands, so it produces less oil, thus improving acne symptoms. Blue light is also said to have anti-bacterial properties and kills acne-causing bacteria on the skin’s surface.
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Red Light
Red light is used for anti-aging purposes since it enhances collagen production in the skin. Collagen is the protein responsible for the skin’s elasticity which brings youthfulness.
As you age, your body produces less collagen, making your skin dull and dry. The result is wrinkles form on parts of your face, such as your forehead, crow’s feet, and laugh lines. Many collagen supplements are available in the market, but the red light in light therapy brings faster results in most cases.
If you need additional info, you may check out the many companies that offer light therapy treatments and products you could use at home.
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Green Light
Green light is used in skincare to target skin pigmentation. It addresses dark circles, sunspots, and it calms irritated and over-stimulated skin.
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Orange Light
Orange light in phototherapy is said to revitalize the skin, making it glow. It is also said to reduce fine lines, the appearance of wrinkles, minimize scars, and give the skin an even tone.
Some light therapy products that you could use to address specific conditions are the following:
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LED Light Therapy Face Masks
This state-of-the-art product uses red, blue, and green light to improve skin conditions. So basically, it helps with acne problems, skin aging, and skin pigmentation.
Other LED face masks to combine red, blue, and orange light, while others have red and blue. Choosing your light therapy face mask will depend on your skin issues and budget.
The mask is worn for the recommended number of minutes with protective goggles for the eyes and automatically shuts down after it’s finished. Some masks are used for 10 minutes, others are longer, while there’s also one you need to use for only three minutes.
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Handheld Light Therapy Wand
This device emits multiple light colors and is best used on the face and other body parts. It is plugged in, so you don’t need batteries to operate it. The device helps stimulate collagen in the skin, thus improving its elasticity and eliminating wrinkles.
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LED Light Therapy For Eyes
This specific product is worn like eyeglasses and emits red light that targets the skin around the eyes where wrinkles become very visible. It addresses the formation of forehead furrows and crow’s feet. It is recommended to be worn for three minutes and promises to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and evens skin tone around the eyes.
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LED Light Therapy Pen
This device is small and lightweight enough to bring anywhere you go. One end of the pen emits blue light while the other emits red light. It’s battery-operated and will target areas that you prefer to treat. So, whether you want to minimize the wrinkles on your eyes, address the smile lines on the side of your cheeks, or even the acne marks on various parts of your face will be very convenient to do.
Conclusion
Your skin is an integral part of your body and essential in making you confident and self-assured. Great skin can boost your morale, make you feel pretty, and enhance your self-esteem. Taking care of your skin by using products that will address your challenges is a wise investment. Light Therapy is the safest option in the market now and has shown desirable results.
