Red Light Therapy, uses LEDs to stimulate cell function by penetrating the skin to a depth of 8-10 mm. Once absorbed, the light energy is converted to cellular energy. Certain wavelengths of light enhance the functioning of mitochondria, which takes in nutrients, breaks them down and creates energy molecules for the cell.

This improves the functioning of the whole cell which results in kicking off a whole series of metabolic events such as, improved healing, the reduction of inflammation, enhanced production of collagen and elastin, increased circulation and the formation of new capillaries and increased activity in the lymph system.

Studies have shown that cells exposed to LEDs, grow between 150% – 200% faster than cells not stimulated by this light, the outcome is that infrared light rays increase energy inside cells that accelerates the healing process. Near infrared wavelengths penetrate to increase microcirculation and formation of new capillaries. As a result the wound area receives more oxygen and nutrients to help with the healing process. Red Light Therapy also promotes lymph activity, which helps with detoxification of the wound. Red light waves, promotes collagen and elastin production in the final wound healing phases. Finally, it helps release ATP (raw cellular energy), which boosts energy to the damaged cells in the wound so they can heal better and faster.

• Pain management: Red light therapy has been found to relieve pain in chronic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. This is due to the light penetrating the skin and promoting mitochondrial functioning within the cells, which promotes healing.
  
  
• Skin conditions: There are many skin conditions Red light therapy can help treat. It can be used in fading away skin conditions such as warts, moles, skin discolouration and pigmentation. LLLD is also used for the treatment of acne and as an anti-aging treatment.
  
  
• Acne: Red light therapy kills acne-causing bacteria without damaging the skin. It also reduces inflammation whilst improving circulation and drainage, which is particularly effective on mild to moderate acne.
  
  
• Anti-ageing: Red light therapy reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It increases circulation, forms new capillaries and stimulates the skin to produce elastin and collagen which both play key roles in keeping the skin hydrated, soft and supple resulting in improved skin tone and texture. Red Light increases lymph system activity, which reduces swelling and puffiness. It stimulates the production of collagen and fibroblasts. Collagen is responsible for elasticity and firmness in the skin.
  
  
• Rosacea: When the red light wavelength reaches your skin affected by Rosacea, the skin cells absorb it. More blood comes in, improving circulation. This brings more healing nutrients and more oxygen to the exposed area, which accelerates healing. The results are a reduction of redness, itching and pain, all common signs of Rosacea.
  
  
• Psoriasis: Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that originates in the gut. It involves the rapid production of skin cells. The body produces more than it can shed, so they start to build up on the surface of the skin. This leads to aging. However Red light therapy is known to help with psoriasis, as the best treatments medical science has come up for psoriasis are light based. Psoriasis has a link to vitamin D deficiency. Correcting this deficiency and focusing on your gut health will is beneficial in the long term.
  
  
• Weight Loss: Not only does red light therapy help with skin health, but it also plays a role in the body’s ability to process fat. When Red light stimulates cellular energy production, part of the production includes, the cells break down and convert stored energy – releasing waste products. Research shows that light therapy affects adipocytes, which are cells that store fat, causing the lipids to disperse – in other words it helps the body wash away fat cells.
  
  
• Hair loss: The red light is absorbed by the cells in the scalp and converted into energy that helps promote cell proliferation and collagen production.  Androgenetic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss affecting men and women. It is caused by a combination of genetic and hormonal factors. The main cause of androgenetic alopecia is an oversensitivity to the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT causes the hair follicles to shrink, leading to thinner and shorter hairs. Red light therapy can help reduce DHT sensitivity in the hair follicles, allowing them to grow back thicker and stronger. Also, the increase in collagen production can help to improve the overall health of the scalp.
  
  
• Thyroid: Red light therapy has been shown to improve hormone production from the thyroid. Hypothyroidism is the state of low energy production in the body due to low thyroid hormone activity or having a “slow metabolism”. So, the hypothesis on Red light therapy and the thyroid, is that it will ensure and enhance the effects of the thyroid by inhibiting the negative stress-related molecules.
  
  
• Restless Leg Syndrome: Red light therapy decreases symptoms in people who suffer with restless leg syndrome through increased circulation. Restless legs are an indication of low dopamine levels in the body.
  
  
• Sleep: Red light aids melatonin production, the hormone that regulates the sleep cycle and encourages the body to go into sleep mode, naturally makes you feel sleepier and improve the quality of sleep you attain.

Clients can experience a reduction in symptoms as early as after the first treatment session.

The frequency of sessions depends on the condition it is being used to treat and the severity. Some treatment plans require use daily, others a 2-3 times per week.

No…Red Light therapy is considered safe and UV free. Unlike using other laser therapies or tanning beds, Red light therapy does not use ultraviolet (UV) light, which is the cell mutating and cancer causing light. The wavelengths produced in this style of therapy, is outside of the skin damaging UV range.

It feels comfortably warm when the light penetrates the skin. Protective eyewear must be worm during the session.

Side effects are VERY rare, minor and usually short lived.
Redness, dry skin, eyestrain and headaches, sleep disturbance and insomnia have all been noted. Therefore determining the appropriate dose and timing of Red light is essential in order to diminish the occurrence of side effects.

Yes, you can get too much Red light therapy. As the cells are excited and activated to produce more ATP, there is also an increase in oxidation. Long-term high-dose light therapy can cause aging by oxidation. Our red light sessions do not exceed 20 mins.

No. After the initial treatment period, usually 8 weeks, it is recommended to continue with the use of the light once or twice per week for maintenance (depending on the condition and device being used). This will ensure the benefits will continue. Results will start to be seen anywhere from 24 hours to 8 weeks.

No. There are no UV rays in Red Light Therapy. Skin Cancer is caused by light exposure to UV wavelengths. In contradiction to Red light causing skin cancer, it has multiple healing benefits for skin deformities such as cancers and melanoma. Red light treatment serves two purposes: as a skin cancer prevention method and as a skin rejuvenation treatment after the removal of the skin cancer.

The Red light will not damage your eyes. The light source will usually produce high glare, depending on the size of the device used. You should not shine a Red light product directly in your eyes. Eye goggles are used during treatment to protect the eyes.

No. The Red Light will be absorbed by the fabric. Minimal clothing must be worn during Red Light therapy sessions as only exposed skin will gain the benefits of the treatment.

• Clients with recent burns (24-48 hrs)
• Active cancer/wounds
• Epilepsy
• Hyperthyroidism (over- active thyroid)
• Pregnancy
• Light sensitivity (solar uticaria)
• Photosensitizing medication (eg anti-inflammatories)
• Systemic lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
• Fever