LED Light Therapy

From refining skin texture to enhanced clarity and better skin tone, low-level energy light therapy seems to have it all covered without the expense, possible downtime and safety concerns of lasers. 

What is LED Light Therapy?

A useful analogy is to compare this process to photosynthesis, whereby sunlight is absorbed and converted to fuel by green plants to promote growth. By far the mildest form of light therapy, Light Emitting Diode or LED is completely pain-free, positioning itself as an obvious alternative or precursor to heftier treatments such as lasers. There is a myriad of colours in the light spectrum, and different colour lights with differing wavelengths can be utilised to address different skin conditions in a safe and effective way.

What can LED Light Therapy treat?

LED RED

LED RED was first discovered in the 70’s when scientists at NASA found that plant growth flourished when exposed to it. Since then, it has found its way to dermatologists for a variety of skin conditions, including aging skin, vitiligo and psoriasis, and about anywhere else that promises a skin reboot. LED RED light therapy is predominantly used for its anti-ageing benefits because of its ability to stimulate collagen and elastin production. By utilising red light at a wavelength of 633nm, LED RED works by activating new collagen formation while lessening the breakdown of existing collagen stores via a process known as photobiomodulation. It is particularly useful for healing blemishes, repairing sun damage, fading scars and improving overall skin tone. With regular use, one will start to appreciate smoother and brighter-looking skin with reduced pore size over time. In addition, LED RED light therapy is also known to reduce inflammation and promote skin healing. It has an extraordinary calming effect on dry, sensitive skin, making it a useful adjunct for treating recurring, chronic skin conditions such as rosacea flare-ups and allergic skin reactions.

LED YELLOW

LED YELLOW at a wavelength of 830nm is well known for its remarkable calming and soothing effects on sensitive skin. With the ability to promote skin healing and rejuvenation, it is little wonder that LED YELLOW light therapy is often engaged in Medical Aesthetics to shorten the downtime and hasten the recovery of post-lasered skin. Likewise, it effectively reduces any redness, swelling or bumpiness associated with non-invasive cosmetic treatments such as injectable dermal facial fillers, PDRN (Polydeoxyribonucleotides) microinjections and threadlifts. By helping to flush out waste from the skin to boost lymphatic flow for increased cellular growth, LED YELLOW is often combined with LED RED light therapy to boost anti-ageing, skin-rejuvenating capabilities.

LED BLUE

LED BLUE is one of the most user-friendly, non-invasive tools that effectively targets pimple-causing Propionibacterium Acnes to treat mild to moderate inflammatory acne across all age groups. At a wavelength of 408nm, LED BLUE light matches closely the peak absorption qualities of blemish-causing P. acnes bacteria residing on acne-prone skin, stamping out their rampant colonisation to bring acne breakouts under control. LED BLUE light therapy can be used as a standalone treatment or incorporated into an anti-acne facial or aesthetics laser procedure to improve skin texture and reduce sebaceous hyperplasia or enlarged oil glands.

Why choose this treatment?

LED Light Therapy is completely pain-free, positioning itself as a feasible option or precursor to heftier treatments such as lasers and complexion-enhancing injectables. It can be safely used across all skin types, including darker complexions, and is suitable for the very young as well as sensitive, compromised or damaged skin.

Who is this treatment for?

Anyone looking for skin rejuvenation can benefit from LED light therapy. If you have specific skin conditions or concerns, the colour and intensity of LED light therapy can be adjusted accordingly for you.

What to expect?

The treatment session is estimated to last from 15 to 20 minutes. If, as a complementary treatment, after your main procedure, you will be placed in a comfortable room where the LED light will be applied to your skin.