LED SKIN THERAPY
SHEA'S JACKSON HOLE
An LED, or light-emitting diode, is basically a special light bulb that only gives off light at a certain wavelength, or color.These light waves can penetrate deep into the skin and cause reactions within the skin. Different wavelengths produce different results, but the three most popular ones used in skin care are blue, red and near-infrared.Other colors including green and yellow are sometimes used, but the above three are the most common.
SHEA'S LED LIGHT TREATMENTS
An LED, or light-emitting diode, is basically a special light bulb that only gives off light at a certain wavelength, or color.These light waves can penetrate deep into the skin and cause reactions within the skin. Different wavelengths produce different results, but the three most popular ones used in skin care are blue, red and near-infrared.Other colors including green and yellow are sometimes used, but the above three are the most common.
LED LIGHT TREATMENTS HOW IT WORKS
What are the possible red light therapy benefits?
While red light therapy can reduce inflammation, blue light therapy kills bacteria under the skin. This makes it an excellent tool for treating acne, which can be caused by bacteria in the pores.
What are the possible blue light therapy benefits?
Red light therapy can have numerous benefits,
Dr. Joshua Zeichner, director of cosmetic and clinical research in
dermatology at New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital, said.“
Red light is anti-inflammatory and has been shown to help stimulate
collagen,” Zeichner told TODAY Style in an email. “For this reason, red
light may also be used in treating acne, and ... it’s commonly used for
its anti-aging skin benefits.”