LED Phototherapy

LED phototherapy is an advanced skin treatment ideal for targeting sensitive and inflammatory conditions such as rosacea, psoriasis, ageing, or acneic skin types as well as wound healing, pigmentation and scarring. Originally used by NASA for plant growth experiments planned for space, LED lights were identified to show positive results in wound healing and human tissue growth.

LED phototherapy involves skin being bathed in varying wavelengths of light and colour to promote natural collagen production rejuvenating and stimulating the skin’s healing process.

Blue LED phototherapy provides antibacterial benefits effective for the treatment of acne by targeting the sebaceous glands to reduce oil production and providing powerful antibacterial properties to help rid the skin of acne-causing bacteria while a Red LED phototherapy treatment increases natural hydration and is primarily used for anti ageing to plump and strengthen the skin. Pain free, relaxing and with no down time.

How LED Phototherapy Works

LED light therapy has an established history of skin uses. The U.S. Navy SEALs began using it in the 1990s to help heal wounds quickly and to help regenerate damaged muscle tissues. Since then, the treatment 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 blue light frequencies, which don’t contain ultraviolet rays and are readily absorbed into the skin.

LED Light Colours

Red Light

Red light therapy 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. One 2018 animal study Trusted Source found that blue LED improved healing of third-degree skin burns.

Near Infrared

Near Infrared light therapy builds strength & integrity for compromised, environmentally damaged & sensitive skin conditions. It is also clinically proven to be effective in the treatment of age spots & hyper-pigmentation. Near Infrared takes things one step further than the red & blue light by penetrating deeper into the skin tissue allowing clinicians to treat fragile skin & support structures that result in signs of rosacea, reduce skin & tissue inflammation & speeds up healing of of lesions & wounds. Near Infrared treatments are suitable as stand-alone treatments as well as combined with red light treatment for advanced anti-ageing skin rejuvenation.

How long does an LED Light Therapy Treatment take?

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.

Targeted Areas

While LED light therapy can technically be used on any part of the body, its most popular use is for the face. Skin damage tends to occur to your face because it’s exposed to the elements more than other body parts.

LED therapy can also be used on the neck and chest, which are other areas that tend to show signs of ageing.

are there any Risks & Side Effects?

Since LEDs don’t contain UV rays, this is considered a safer form of light therapy that won’t cause long-term damage to your skin. The procedure is also non-invasive and has few risks. Your therapist may recommend LED light therapy if you have darker or sensitive skin. Unlike more invasive procedures such as laser therapy, LEDs don’t burn your skin. They also don’t cause any pain. However, there may still be risks associated with LED light therapy. if you currently use Accutane for acne, be advised that this powerful drug derived from vitamin A increases your skin’s sensitivity to light and may cause scarring in some instances. Do not use LED light therapy if you’re using anything on your skin that makes you sensitive to sunlight. You also might consider avoiding this treatment if you currently have an active rash. Talk with your doctor if you have psoriasis. Red light therapy could help but only if you use it in conjunction with your regularly prescribed treatments. Side effects from LED light therapy are rare and were not noted.

What to expect after a LED Phototherapy treatment

LED phototherapy is noninvasive, so no recovery time is required. You should be able to continue with your everyday activities once your treatment is over. LED light therapy requires up to 10 sessions or more, each spaced out about a week apart. You may start to see minor results after your first session. Results will be more dramatic and noticeable once you’ve finished all of your treatments. Even after you’ve achieved the recommended number of sessions, your results aren’t permanent. As your skin cells turn over, you may lose some collagen and start to see signs of ageing again. You may also start to see acne breakouts. This is why it’s recommended that you go back for maintenance treatments every few months or as recommended by your provider.

LED Phototherapy Facial (20min)

Add on LED with any Facial (20min)

Adding LED to your facial will take your treatment to the next level.

LED with Dp Lumafuse Hygrogel Sheet Mask (30min)

Packed with revitalising active ingredients such as Niacinamide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract and Liquorice Root Extract. It helps increase cell functionality, reduce inflammation, and calm visible redness from rosacea, minimising dark spots and pores.

Used in tandem with LED light therapy, the benefits are twofold: maximising the rejuvenating light penetration into the skin and infusing the restorative actives in LUMAFUSE deeper into the skin.

Key Benefits of LED combined with LUMAFUSE HYDROGEL SHEET MASK for next level results has been shown to assist with: Redness reduction, including post-treatment inflammation, plumping skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, smoothing and brightening dull complexions, reducing pigmentation, age spots, cell nutrient exchange, minimising pores and improving skin hydration.

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LED Phototherapy Facial (20min) $95

Add on LED with any Facial (20min) $59

Adding LED to your facial will take your treatment to the next level.