Is It Worth It: LED Light Therapy For Complete Skin Transformation
By Sierra Roman
Acne affects people of all ages in a multitude of ways. If you’re one of those people who can’t seem to shake skin problems, who’ve tried every topical cream and medication on the market, you may look for something new. LED, a new form of acne treatment, is simplistic and free of mess. But what exactly is it?
NASA originally developed LED light based treatment for plant growth, having since been used to treat wounds. Nowadays it’s not just for acne, but for wrinkles too. It uses varying wavelengths of light on the face to smooth imperfections. The different colors of red and blue achieve different results. Red for wrinkle prevention and blue for acne treatment. No need for any creams or scrubs. Just light! And it works for all skin tones too.
The lack of any harmful light (ie: ultraviolet) makes this process relatively smooth and safe. However, there are some side effects that may increase via overuse. Rashes, inflammation and redness are a rarity but can occur.
The best part of LED treatment is its convenience, after all. All you need is a specialized mask to lie across your face. That’s it! But as for which ones you should invest in, these masks are affordable and achieve the best results!
Skin Gym WrinkLit LED Mask - ($99)
This wireless mask from WrinkLit is absolutely so convenient in its simplicity! Just place this mask on your face and let the light take over. And it comes with an additional orange light on top of the existing red and blue to smooth out your complexion, giving it that natural glow. A quick 15-30 minutes in this is all you need for a flawless and polished look!
LUX SKIN LED Facial Mask - ($49)
This mask, in particular, deserves props for dealing with multiple skin issues at once! Oily skin, hyperpigmentation, dullness. All gone in 15 minutes! And priced at 50 dollars makes this an absolute steal for what it’s giving. Each LED color is to your benefit, with the standard red and blue being backed by a yellow to increase cell production, perfect for a new start.
Beautimate 7 Color Photon LED Skin Toning Device - ($99.95)
A great mask for beginners! Beautimate’s mask stimulates the production of collagen and aims to tone as much of the face as possible, giving you a clean and refreshed look in just a couple of weeks of treatment. Those who want a well-rounded glow to their skin should heavily consider investing in this mask, with its unique seven colored approach to skin care. Each color doing its part in giving you a healthier appearance.
It’s safe to say that LED treatment is here to stay. And that’s nothing to be angry about. No need to clutter your bathroom with needless products. Just a little good old-fashioned LED will work wonders!