Red light therapy: the revolutionary skin care to test right away

Derived from light therapy, red light therapy is a major treatment for the skin, since it helps stimulate collagen and fight against hyperpigmentation, acne and wrinkles. Explanations.

If there are many beauty treatments to have perfect skin, that’s not all. Besides cosmetic surgery, there is also a treatment that does not require a scalpel or a needle, known as light therapy. Known to have effects on depression or sleep, light therapy has also been used in beauty since the 90s or so to treat many skin problems, namely acne, lack of radiance, sagging, hyperpigmentation and even wrinkles, among others. Effective and painless, this treatment is attracting more and more people. It uses small LEDs, of different colors, blue, yellow, green or red, which penetrate more or less deeply into the skin, depending on the needs. Light penetrates the skin, thanks to small receptors naturally present in our skin cells, so that’s what it works for. The light will convert light energy into cellular energy. Today, focus on the red light. What are its benefits? What happens during a session? We tell you everything.

Red light therapy: what is it?

Red light penetrates the skin the furthest (620-750 Nm), compared to other lights: yellow (570-590 Nm), which helps on the surface of the skin, and blue (450-495 Nm). ), which acts on the pores . Green light, on the other hand, helps to even out the complexion . The red light therefore penetrates to the dermis, that is to say the middle layer of the skin, which maintains the solidity of the skin and its elasticity , thanks to the collagen and elastin fibers present there. Red light provides a number of profound benefits, including anti-aging and healing. By penetrating the skin, it stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles .

A scientific study, published in 2014, revealed the effectiveness of this treatment on subjects who indicated that they saw the condition of their skin significantly improved, with fewer wrinkles , more firmness and a more beautiful complexion. No wonder since the red LEDs not only refine and firm the skin , but also stimulate blood circulation, reducing inflammation and hyperpigmentation.

Red light therapy: for whom?

The advantage of red light therapy is that it does not attack or dry out the skin. Thus, it can be beneficial to all skin types, even the most sensitive. However, it is best to seek dermatological advice before making an appointment, to be sure that your skin is safe, especially if you have an active skin condition. It is aimed at people who wish to treat skin aging and acne problems, mainly.

It is also a treatment that can be carried out before and after the holidays, on the one hand to prepare the skin for the sun and on the other hand to repair the skin and prevent the formation of spots and redness caused by UV rays . Good news, this type of treatment currently has no contraindications for pregnant women.