LED Light Therapy
FDA-cleared treatment of acne, aging skin, aches and pain
Aging is all about the body’s metabolic process slowing down, leading to wrinkles, joint pain, and other signs of aging. The Celluma Pro’s LED light therapy panel emits red and near-infrared light stimulating fibroblast cells and boosting the production of collagen and elastin, the building blocks of our body’s skin, joints, ligaments, and connective tissue, keeping skin firm and joints pain-free.
Regular use of light therapy can significantly diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The light penetrates the skin and promotes cellular regeneration, which smooths out the skin’s surface and reduces the depth and severity of wrinkles. Light therapy enhances overall skin tone and texture, evens out pigmentation, reduces redness, and improves the skin’s overall clarity, leading to a more radiant and balanced complexion. The increased blood flow and cellular activity reduce inflammation and speed up the repair process of damaged skin, making it an excellent treatment for post-procedure recovery.
How It Works
Step 1: Light Energy Emitted As Photons
Light therapy works by emitting particles of light (photons) at specific wavelengths like red and near infrared light.
Step 2: Photons are absorbed in the mitochondria
In our cells, light energy is absorbed by photoacceptors in the mitochondria.
Step 3: Increased ATP causes a cascade of metabolic events
The resulting elevation of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), or cellular energy, is used to power metabolic processes to repair or regenerate cell components and foster mitosis, cell proliferation, and restore homeostasis.
Natural & Non-invasive
Painless treatment
Fast, effective results
Zero recovery time
Safe for all skin types
Pain Management with LED Light Therapy
When it comes to effective treatment of pain conditions with LED red and infrared light therapy, wavelength is key. Compared to blue light therapy, near-infrared wavelengths can penetrate deep into the muscle and joint tissue to alleviate pain, increase circulation and decrease inflammation. Infrared light therapy provides compromised cells with extra energy to accelerate the natural repair of compromised tissue cells, foster cell production, and restore homeostasis within the body.
Healthy Aging with LED Light Therapy
Regular use of light therapy can significantly diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The light penetrates the skin and promotes cellular regeneration, which smooths out the skin’s surface and reduces the depth and severity of wrinkles. Light therapy enhances overall skin tone and texture, evens out pigmentation, reduces redness, and improves the skin’s overall clarity, leading to a more radiant and balanced complexion. The increased blood flow and cellular activity reduce inflammation and speed up the repair process of damaged skin, making it an excellent treatment for post-procedure recovery.
Manage Acne with LED Light Therapy
Acne is a common skin condition affecting around 50 million Americans each year, with about 75% of people aged 11-30 experiencing it at some point. Acne occurs when dead skin cells and sebum, a natural oil, clog pores, leading to infection by C. acne bacteria and resulting in swelling, redness, and inflammation. For those struggling with persistent acne, blue light therapy has emerged as an effective solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does LED Light Therapy Affect Pain and Inflammation
Poor circulation and the lack of oxygen and other essential molecules (i.e., glucose, Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)) in blood vessels can cause pain or a lack of sensation. Macrophages exposed to red light therapy release cytokines (over 100 proteins produced by white blood cells that signal immune response to inflammation) that stimulate the production of growth factors influencing the inflammatory process, healing, and wound repair.
What is Red Light Therapy?
Red light therapy is a term used to describe low-level light therapy (LLLT) using light emitting diodes (LED’s) for the application of specific wavelengths of light energy to produce therapeutic benefits in humans.
Red light therapy often describes the use of both red light and near-infrared light, which have been proven in clinical research as safe, effective, non-invasive treatments for skin conditions, muscle and joint pain, hair growth, and more.
On the electromagnetic spectrum, red light is within the visible spectrum of light, ranging from 620 to 700 nanometer (nm) range. The middle range of these wavelengths are the most commonly researched and used in clinical applications. Red light can reach deep into the layers of skin, including the dermis, reaching approximately 5-10 millimeters below the skin surface. Based on clinical research, Celluma devices use red light at 640 nanometers.
Near-infrared light (NIR) is outside the visible spectrum of light and invisible to the naked eye. NIR wavelengths range from 700 – 1,000 nanometers. NIR light can penetrate more deeply into the skin and tissues than red light, reaching even beyond the dermis into the subcutaneous tissue. This means light energy penetration of up to 25mm! This deeper penetration of near-infrared light is one reason why it’s utilized in therapeutic applications such as pain management, wound healing, muscle recovery, and skin rejuvenation. Based on clinical research, Celluma devices use NIR at 880 nanometers.
How Safe Is LED Light Therapy?
Low-level LED light therapy is a highly safe and non-invasive treatment, making it suitable for all skin types and ages. Unlike other light-based treatments, it doesn’t use UV rays, so there’s no risk of burning or skin damage. The light emitted by the LEDs penetrates the skin gently, promoting healing and rejuvenation without any discomfort or downtime.
This therapy has been extensively studied and used in clinical settings for decades, with a strong track record of safety. Celluma follows the science of safety and efficacy very closely and that is why it has been FDA-cleared for various applications, including skin care, hair restoration, and pain management. The vast majority people experience no side effects, and the treatment is so gentle that it can be used regularly to maintain skin and hair health.
However, there are some important contraindications to consider:
- All photo-sensitive drugs are a contraindication for Celluma.
- Allow 3-5 days before administering Celluma and consult your doctor if you have recently been taking photo-sensitive prescriptions.
- Do not use if you are on steroidal medication – injections only.
- Do not use it over a pregnant belly (but you can use it over the face).
- Do not use if you have a history of epilepsy or seizures.
- Do not use over any cancer or any known metastasis before getting clearance from your doctor(s).
In all of the above, or with children under 12, always consult your primary care physician before using Celluma or any light therapy product.
Does LED Light Therapy help with lymphatic drainage?
Light Therapy stimulates lymph activity, helping to reduce edema, or fluid buildup. Increasing lymph activity also can help to quicken the healing process, because the lymph system is responsible for helping the body to eliminate waste products and bacteria. Macrophages are stimulated by LED light therapy. Within the lymph nodes, macrophages destroy microorganisms — this process is called phagocytosis — so that the lymph system can begin the process of removing them from the body.
Does LED Light Therapy help with skin hydration?
The wavelengths have a direct positive influence on the fibroblasts. This stimulation will increase the demand for natural hyaluronic acid. This increase in natural HA will increase hydration as the HA attracts 20 times its body weight in water resulting in more hydration.