Red light therapy (RLT) is an non-invasive solution that delivers outstanding results, helping reduce fine lines, age spots and scarring by stimulating collagen production.
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How does it work?
Light therapy uses light-emitting diodes (originally created by NASA!) to deliver low-level energy into your skin, stimulating cellular activity – including collagen producing fibroblast cells – in order to minimize fine lines and wrinkles, treat sun damage and stretch marks, reduce redness after more intensive treatments, promote healthy cell growth, giving the impression of fuller and younger looking skin.
LED treatment is gentle and noninvasive; with no downtime to recover between sessions. Results should start appearing after just the first treatment session – though to achieve maximum impact it’s wise to complete an entire treatment program consisting of 10-12 treatments spaced out at roughly weekly intervals depending on your goals.
Before your dissolving treatment begins, you will meet with a practitioner to establish your goals and make sure you’re fully informed. They may give a patch test on your arm and discuss cost. Next, your practitioner will use hyaluronidase with a needle to break down filler gradually – this should take only minutes!
Once the hyaluronic acid found in filler has been broken down, your body can absorb it naturally. This treatment can be performed on any area of the face that contains dermal fillers; it is most frequently utilized on lip areas. As dissolving fillers requires highly skilled practitioners for effective dissolution results, be sure to select one before beginning this process.
Hyaluronidase can be an effective way to remove unwanted filler or address complications arising during previous treatments. If your filler has become hard in consistency or you have experienced an immune reaction, dissolving it with hyaluronidase may restore its natural look. However, lumpy lip areas or cysts will likely require additional medical intervention, in which case your practitioner will recommend another course of action.
What are the side effects?
Red light therapy uses natural processes to produce the appearance of fuller and healthier-looking skin, without using injections or removals as treatments. Studies have revealed it helps reduce wrinkles, heal scars and blemishes, firm up loose skin and firm and tighten loose spots while stimulating production of collagen and hyaluronic acid within your body resulting in natural-looking plumping without looking ‘done’ or faked out.
For maximum effectiveness, 10 sessions spaced weekly will be necessary in order to see results. At first, some effects may not be immediately evident but as treatment progresses you’ll begin noticing differences.
Red light therapy devices should not be applied directly to wounds that are still bleeding or have not yet fully closed up as the vasodilating effects of nitric oxide released by red light may cause them to start bleeding more, potentially damaging tissues further. It is advised to wait several days until all bleeding stops before considering using such devices.
Red light therapy’s other side effects are generally painless; you may experience some blotchiness or swelling. Bruising may occur and last up to two weeks; this is completely normal and won’t impact its effectiveness.
Filler embolism in the ophthalmic artery, which can lead to blindness if undiagnosed early and treated promptly, is another risk associated with this procedure. It results from injecting too much filler into superficial blood vessels surrounding the eye, but incidence rates decrease if correct techniques and injection sites are chosen carefully.
Wearing blackout goggles when using red light therapy is optional, since its light will not directly be directed at your eyes; however, wearing them could help protect the skin and avoid potential irritation.
Can I use it on my face?
LED Light Therapy may remind you of design technology classes where you crafted a Rudolph-inspired badge featuring an LED (light emitting diode). But these lights no longer just serve schoolboy fun: they now offer real beauty benefits! LED is a noninvasive skin treatment using various wavelengths of red and blue light to address specific skincare issues like acne or aging, initially developed by NASA for plant growth experiments on space shuttle missions before being adopted by dermal clinicians for skin rejuvenation and healing purposes.
Blue LED light treats active acne by targeting sebaceous glands – also known as oil glands – located beneath your hair follicles that become overactive with breakouts. By targeting porphyrins produced by bacteria that contribute to this activity, blue LED light oxidises them and reduces their activity; additionally it has anti-inflammatory properties which soothe skin while diminishing scarring.
Red LED light works differently to its blue counterpart, absorbing pigment in your skin and stimulating collagen proteins to plump it up while increasing elastin production for firmer, smoother skin with reduced fine lines and wrinkles. Furthermore, this light may help reduce redness, age spots and hyperpigmentation while improving circulation for improved tone.
LED treatments differ from laser and IPL treatments in that they do not contain UV rays, making them safe for all skin types. You should still wear protective eyewear during an LED treatment session; after double cleansing to create a fresh canvas for light penetration, you will lie face down under an LED device for several minutes while some providers offer special masks or direct application of light-infused wands directly on to the skin’s surface.
For optimal results, multiple sessions of LED light therapy over time should be used as part of your Platinum HydraFacial treatment or separately as standalone services. We advise scheduling weekly to monthly appointments.
Can I use it on my body?
Red light therapy is safe to use on all parts of the body, from legs, arms, stomach and buttocks to legs, arms, stomach and buttocks. It works to stimulate collagen production, reduce fat accumulation, boost blood circulation and improve skin elasticity – whether used alone or alongside treatments like microdermabrasion, chemical peels and Botox for increased results.
LED bulbs are used to administer this treatment that uses red and near-infrared (NIR) wavelengths of light to the skin, respectively. Red light therapy helps promote healthier skin while NIR light helps burn fat faster and increase metabolism; both wavelengths also work to stimulate collagen production for improved wrinkle smoothness and firmer-looking results.
Contrary to laser treatments, which can be costly and require lengthy recuperation periods, LED therapy is safe to use on all skin types without risk or adverse side effects; there are no known painful side effects from LED therapy either; however, some may experience a stinging sensation as their hyaluronic acid breaks down; this should subside within several hours.
As LED treatments offer maximum effectiveness, for optimal results it is wise to undergo multiple sessions on a regular basis. This can help stop cellulite from returning while creating an even and toned appearance. Preferably do this before getting filler injections or other rejuvenative procedures done as it will make the entire process much smoother and faster.
Red light therapy can also be an excellent way to minimize bruising after receiving facial or neck fillers. Furthermore, increasing blood flow to the area will help decrease swelling for an overall clearer and younger look in terms of facial skin texture and appearance.
Before beginning filler treatment, it’s essential that you consult with a certified practitioner. They will be able to answer any questions you have regarding the procedure as well as inform you how it will affect your skin type. Furthermore, they can suggest maintenance treatments that can keep results looking their best over time.
