What are the benefits of LED light therapy?
“Benefits include brighter, smoother, healthier-looking skin,” Rachel said. “Because it increases microcirculation in the skin, you get an immediate glow. LED treats a myriad of skin conditions: fine lines, wrinkles, rosacea, scarring, keloids, eczema, dry skin, acne, pigmentation, oily skin and hair grows.
However, there is a light take to do the treatment. “The downside is the time it takes to do it,” noted the Blue Water Spa founder, “and how consistently you have to do it.”
It is also important to note that at-home LED devices will not give you the same effect as an in-office procedure. But they can prolong results between appointments and improve your skin overall.
What skin conditions cannot be treated with LED light therapy?
Although LED light therapy can help with various skin concerns, it is not intended for certain conditions.
“LED does not treat vitiligo, inflammatory acne, or blackheads,” Rachel emphasized. “Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease on which LED light therapy has no effect.”
Blackheads and inflammatory acne also cannot be treated effectively. “They are considered impacts of dirt, dead skin and oil in the hair follicle,” she continued. “Only exfoliations and extractions can remove them.”
Another tip to keep in mind? LEDs do not go well with certain procedures. “If you were just having a peel,” the laser technician added, “I would avoid using LEDs. But after the first day, you can return to your daily LED treatments.”
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