LED light therapy is a painless, non-invasive skin treatment whereby a person's face (or in some cases other parts of the body) is exposed to an array of Red, Blue and Near-Infrared LED lights.
In the 1990’s, NASA found out that LED’s effects in promoting wound healing in astronauts by helping cells and tissues grow. Today, Aestheticians commonly use LED light together with a combination of different treatments to tackle different skin concerns.
The treatment uses pure UV free beneficial light which is converted into cellular energy. LED stimulates the release of ATP (Major carrier of energy to cells). This allows cells to accept nutrients faster and get rid of waste faster by increasing the energy in the cell and restores its appearance.
LED uses various different wavelengths that correspond to different colours. Each colour penetrates the skin and has different lengths. Blue light affects the upper layer of the skin, yellow light penetrates deeper, red light next and near-infrared penetrates the deepest. With this each colour helps to tackle different skin concerns.
With each colour helping different skin concerns, a few examples of this is red LED light therapy helps to reduce - Inflammation, stimulate collagen production. Blue light therapy helps to destroy bacteria helping with acne. To get the full benefits of LED, regular treatment are required.
The treatment starts with an exfoliation to gently resurface the skin which is followed by a customised 20 minute session of LED therapy and concludes with the infusion of a combination of ingredients infused into the skin. A set of goggles will be placed over your eyes before treatment starts.
A course of treatments is always recommended to get the best results. LED works really well with a combination of different treatments alongside it. After your LED treatment you are able to return to your normal activities with no downtime.
LED Light Therapy is a proven treatment for a variety of skin concerns including acne, pigmentation, eczema, sun damage, wounds, redness and rosacea, as well as having excellent anti-ageing benefits.
1. Acne- Blue light can kill the bacteria for acne
2. Ageing- Red light stimulates skin cells called fibroblasts
3. Wound healing. Red LED light stimulates collagen, which is important for healing wounds.
4. A Safe treatment to help combat several skin conditions
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Please find answers to the most common questions below.
Light therapy uses LED, Light Emitting Diode, in essence a light bulb with a low level power output which is safe and will not damage your skin. This is a NON-INVASIVE procedure, unlike laser and Intense Pulse Light which can have adverse effects on your skin and be painful. The client suffers no thermal damage, discomfort, down time, scarring or discoloration.
There are many benefits you can experience from LED light therapy facials and body treatments, some are: increased collagen and elastin production, these two proteins are the support structure for your skin that gives it its elasticity and firmness. The erasure of sunspots, it fills deep wrinkles or erases fine lines, it lifts, tones and improves your overall complexion. Improvement to acne and scarring.
Light therapy facials are an effective skin care tool as it not only prevents the signs of ageing but restores your youthful appearance with 100% natural looking results. It vastly improves or restores the treated area and can help improve the appearance of wrinkles, lost elasticity, stretch marks and cellulite. The results will be younger, smoother looking skin.
Before having treatment you will always have a consultation with an Aesthetician who will determine your skin type and use the most suitable colour for your concern.
There isn't any downtime with the treatment. However, being careful of sun exposure within 48 hours after treatment and wearing SPF is advised.
To see full benefits a course of treatments is always recommended. Depending on your skin concern, weekly treatments may be advised.
Lots of research suggests that LEDs can get great results when used right. It can help reduce and improve many different skin concerns. Clinic devices are also stronger than at home devices which can help get better results.
You can gain access to having LED treatment within your MyTime Restore membership. Price starts from just £70.
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