Everything You Need To Know About LED Light Therapy Facials
This advanced treatment helps with acne, inflammation, wrinkles, loose skin, and wound healing.
What is LED light therapy?
LED (light emitting diode) light therapy is a safe and effective technique which uses different wavelengths of infrared light to help target stubborn skin issues such as acne, fine lines, and wound healing. It was first developed for NASA to help heal astronauts skin wounds when in space. The different wavelengths of light penetrate skin at different layers in order to stimulate, repair, and rejuvenate different cells. For example, red and infrared light helps to build and strengthen cell structure and also helps to reduce inflammation, and blue light stimulates the production of oxygen which kills acne-causing bacteria.
What are the benefits of LED light therapy?
Red, infrared, and blue lights are most commonly used in LED light therapy and are often combined. Because red light targets cell structure, it helps to increase collagen density which reduces fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps to improve hyperpigmentation and heal wounds, so basically results in smoother, brighter, healthier-looking skin. Blue light helps to kill acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation, reduce oil production in the skin’s sebaceous glands, and reduce breakouts, so is especially beneficial for acne-prone skin.
An LED light therapy facial in action.
The main benefits of LED light therapy include:
Reduces inflammation and redness
Improves acne scars and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Reduces existing breakouts
Prevents future breakouts
Promotes circulation
Stimulates collagen production
Brightens skin
Reduces lines and wrinkles
Helps with rosacea and psoriasis
Relieves muscle pain, tension, and stiffness
What are the side effects of LED light therapy?
Skin may appear a little red after an LED light therapy treatment, but this will fade quickly.
Is LED light therapy suitable for my skin?
LED light therapy is not suitable for those who take medications that cause photosensitivity or who have had steroid injections within 72 hours. It is suitable for all skin types and tones.
How often do I need a LED light therapy treatment?
Some people will notice benefits immediately after their first treatment, however depending on your skin concerns and their severity, you may be advised to book in for additional appointments. For best results experts advise regular LED light therapy facials, spread 1-4 weeks apart. Since it takes time for collagen and elastin to properly generate in the skin and for post-inflammatory pigmentation to fade, you should expect to wait a few months to see longer-lasting results for things like lines, wrinkles, and loose skin.
Does LED light therapy hurt?
No, LED light therapy is non-invasive and painless.
What’s the downtime for LED light therapy?
There is no downtime after an LED light therapy treatment. You can apply makeup immediately.
How much is a LED light therapy treatment?
My Express LED Facial costs £40 – this includes a quick cleanse before the treatment and post-procedure product application. LED is also available as a feature within my Level 2 (£90) and Level 4 (£160) facials, depending on your skin type and concerns.
How long does a LED light therapy facial take?
Including pre- and post-treatment steps, my Express LED Facial takes forty minutes. When used within my Level 2 and Level 4 facials, LED will be applied for 15-30 minutes.
Which LED light therapy device do you use?
I use a Celluma Skin Panel, which is widely known as one of the best LED light therapy devices on the market. It’s safe, clinically proven, medically CE marked, and is FDA cleared for pain management, skin conditions, and hair restoration. The Celluma delivers blue (465nm), red (640nm), and infrared (880nm) light energy so targets the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue (fat).
What are the best products to use after LED light therapy?
There is no need to use any specific products after an LED light therapy facial. You can continue with your normal routine.