Understanding Light Energy and the Skin
LED light therapy emits different colours of light which will stimulate collagen production and help to lessen fine lines and wrinkles. It also reduces redness and inflammation in the skin and also helps to clear spots and acne. Because LED light is so safe and non-invasive it can be used on sensitive skin without causing any damage or irritation and will not cause any “sun damage”.
The light is delivered deep into the skin and is absorbed by cells within the skin that are returned to normal function allowing the skin’s natural repair processes to take place. As a form of non surgical skin treatments, LED light therapy is well established and has been researched for many years. It can provide many benefits for a number of skin conditions and concerns.
How LED Therapy Encourages Skin Renewal
There are many reasons why skin can look and act poorly. As we get older the processes that healthy skin goes through on a daily basis to regenerate and renew starts to slow down. Lines and wrinkles form and skin starts to lose elasticity and firmness. The skin can start to look dull and feel dry. These are just a few of the many reasons why people are looking for skin treatments to improve the health and appearance of their skin.
LED light therapy for skin treatment increases the energy of skin cells by stimulating the mitochondria. The mitochondria is sometimes referred to as the ‘powerhouse’ of a cell because it is the part which generates energy for the cell to function properly. The energy produced by the mitochondria is in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).
The red light has the biggest effect when it comes to combating signs of ageing of the skin. This is because the red light penetrates the most into the skin. It stimulates the production of collagen and elastin. While the production of collagen will decrease with age, it is also very important to stimulate the production of the existing fibres of collagen. The effect of red light can have a long lasting effect and give the skin a fresh look. Your skin will look youthful again and in addition the skin will be more elastic and look healthier.
Blue light kills the bacteria that cause spots and has an anti-inflammatory effect which reduces the redness. The Near-infrared light penetrates deeper into the tissue than any other colour and has been proven to aid the skin’s natural healing process.
Common Skin Concerns It Can Help Improve
The benefits of the different colours of light can be extensive and varied. There are many different skin types and conditions of the skin and the different colours of light can treat multiple conditions. The two most common conditions of the skin are fine lines and wrinkles and acne. Many of the different colours can be used to produce collagen under the skin.
The light from LED therapy can also have an anti-inflammatory effect and can be used to help reduce redness. It can also be used to calm down sensitive skin whilst also assisting in reducing post-inflammatory redness that can occur as a result of other treatments.
When combined with a healthy skin care regime results from treatments of LED light therapy can last and help to combat any future breakouts of active blemishes. Results from the light treatment can vary from person to person. It can be used in conjunction with your current skincare regime.
Is LED Light Therapy Suitable for Everyone?
As the LED light penetrates deep into the skin it does not cause any damage or irritation and does not involve heat. Therefore, treatments are not usually painful and do not require any downtime afterwards.
LED light therapy can be used for a variety of different skin concerns. Those with early signs of ageing, looking for overall improvement to skin quality, and those suffering from mild acne and redness. It is a very gentle non-invasive treatment that can be used to produce gradual and long lasting results without the need for invasive procedures. While everyone can use LED light therapy, it may not suit every individual’s skin type or address their specific skin concerns.
Setting Realistic Expectations
You can expect to see immediate results following the treatment with your skin looking healthy and fresh, however the increase in collagen production continues to improve the results week after week. Typically a course of treatment is recommended to gain the best results from the treatment, but after that it is down to you to maintain the results with further treatments.
Consistency is key to seeing results with LED light therapy. We recommend completing a course of treatments, depending on your individual skin concerns and how your skin reacts to the treatment. We also offer maintenance treatments to keep your skin improving in the long term.
Whilst using LED light therapy in conjunction with other treatments as well as healthy lifestyle choices, avoiding sun exposure and using quality products in skin care, you can achieve long lasting effects.
Reach Out to Nuovo Clinic Today
Book now for a consultation at Nuovo Clinic with one of our experienced practitioners to assess your individual skin and develop a treatment plan for the best results using LED light therapy for your skin type and concerns.
Whether you are looking to treat fine lines and wrinkles, acne, redness or any other skin concern and are looking for a treatment to improve the overall health of your skin, then our bespoke treatments can be tailored to meet your individual needs.
Speak with our team today to discover how we can help you get the healthy and radiant looking skin you deserve with our LED light therapy treatment.
