LED Therapy – How Does It Work & Why You Should Consider It
Are you someone who is looking for clearer, healthier and more youthful skin? Would you like to rejuvenate your skin without cosmetic injections? If you answered ‘yes’ to both questions, you’ll definitely want to stick around for this blog article. LED is a groundbreaking, anti-ageing light therapy that transforms your skin from dull and lifeless to healthy and glowing. Founded by physicist Dr Colin Whitehurst, LED is recognised as a revolutionary treatment for common signs of ageing. TGA approved and clinically proven, LED therapy complements the skin’s own natural moisture renewal process to plump it up. Also proven to accelerate wound and scar healing, it is ideal for post-surgery recovery.
In today’s blog, we dive into everything you need to know about LED Therapy — how it works and why you should consider it if you are looking to transform your skin for the better. Read on to find out more!
What Is LED Therapy?
light therapy is a non-invasive anti-ageing skin treatment that has been developed as a natural, non-invasive and relaxing procedure to help reduce the appearance of the visible signs of skin ageing – it boosts collagen production, minimises fine lines and wrinkles and visibly improves your skin’s appearance. It is the gold standard in LED therapy that is used by skincare professionals, models, actors and beauty editors worldwide. LED therapy instantly delivers more radiant, plumper skin with no downtime required. Used by more than 3,300 dermatologists and health professionals worldwide, LED has been objectively proven to get results with over 40 published clinical papers confirming its medical and aesthetic credibility.
Fun Fact: Did you know that NASA uses LED light technology to help astronauts with wound healing and maintaining healthy skin in space?
How Does LED Therapy Work?
To achieve smoother, healthier skin with a radiant glow, you need a tried-and-tested solution that works at a cellular level. Ageing and skin healing both take place at a cellular level, which is where LED light therapy comes in. In its simplest form, LED Therapy works by naturally triggering receptors in the skin to create a wound healing effect, such as wrinkles which are just a wound of time. The light treatment helps to develop more collagen, hyaluronic and glycosaminoglycans (for skin density). This process, therefore, helps to reduce fine lines, wrinkles and uneven skin tone, while hydrating and plumping skin.
What Is LED Blue, Red & Near-infrared Light?
LED uses three different wavelengths to target various skin concerns; blue light, red light and near-infrared light.
Blue Light (415 NM) kills critical bacteria (P.Acnes) that cause acne and blemishes. It also clears away any redness and scarring. When stimulated by the wavelength, skin inflammation reduces, and the bacteria are neutralised. When Blue light is used in conjunction with Red light, you’ll see a marked reduction in acne skin lesions.
Red light (633 NM) stimulates elastin and collagen to strengthen your skin’s supportive structure. With higher blood flow, your skin detoxifies, becomes clearer and has fewer fine lines and wrinkles. This anti-inflammatory LED therapy also enhances the effectiveness of your skin products and our other skin treatments.
Near-Infrared light (800+ NM) heals and tightens the skin to turn back the clock for a more youthful appearance. By stimulating your deep skin tissue, your skin becomes smoother with less fine lines and wrinkles.
