Red Light for your Skin!

Have you heard about Red Light Therapy (RLT)?

In the early 1990s, RLT was used by NASA scientists to help grow plants in space. The intense light from red light-emitting diodes (LEDs) helped promote growth and photosynthesis of plant cells. That finding made scientist wonder what else RLT might be used for? Especially for humans. Researchers hoped that Red Light Therapy could be an effective way to treat the muscle atrophy, slow wound healing, and bone density issues caused by weightlessness during space travel.

It looks promising.

How does Red Light Therapy work?

Red light is thought to work by producing a biochemical effect in cells that strengthens the mitochondria. The mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell — it’s where the cell’s energy is created. The energy-carrying molecule found in the cells of all living things is called ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

By increasing the function of the mitochondria using RLT, a cell can make more ATP. With more energy, cells can function more efficiently, rejuvenate themselves, and repair damage.

It is easy to see why skincare professionals began to use RLT in addition to regular skincare regiments for their clients.

What will it do for my skin?

Red Light Therapy 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

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.

Red light

Red, or infrared, light is used for treating the epidermis, which is the outer layer of skin. When the light is applied to your skin, the epidermis absorbs it and then stimulates collagen proteins.

In theory, more collagen means that your skin will look smoother and fuller, which can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Red LED light is also thought to reduce inflammation while improving circulation, which can give you a healthier glow.

Blue light

Blue LED light therapy, on the other hand, targets the sebaceous glands, which are also called oil glands. They’re located beneath your hair follicles.

Sebaceous glands are necessary for lubricating your skin and hair so that it doesn’t dry out. However, these glands can become overactive, leading to oily skin and acne.

The theory is that blue LED light therapy can target these oil glands and make them less active. In turn, you may see fewer acne breakouts. Blue light can also kill acne-causing bacteria beneath the skin, which can help treat severe acne pimples, including cysts and nodules.

Oftentimes, blue LED light is used in conjunction with red LED light to:

  • help treat acne

  • decrease scarring

  • promote anti-inflammatory effects

Procedure for LED light therapy

According to EstheticianEDU, each LED light therapy treatment lasts about 20 minutes. You’ll likely need up to 10 treatments total, depending on the results you’re looking to achieve.

Red and Blue Light Therapy at Massage Theory is administered while you lie down directly under the lights, while others use LED light-infused wands directly over your skin. We suggest at least a mini-facial to cleanse the skins of products and oils before administering light therapy.

Call today to schedule your first RLT session.

Jax Beach 904-746-0411

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Research credit to www.healthline.com

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