LED (light-emitting diode) therapy is a non-invasive treatment that enters the skin’s layers to improve the skin. Light therapy treats a range of skin issues such as acne, fine lines and psoriasis, sun damage, and Rosacea. It comes in different types and colors including red, blue, purple, green, and yellow LED. The color of the light used is based on your skin care needs.
It’s important to understand how LED red light therapy works so you can understand its benefits. The best way to think of it is like photosynthesis for mammals. The light source emits photons which are absorbed in the mitochondria and cell membranes. This process causes an elevation in adenosine triphosphate synthesis which causes a cascade of metabolic events resulting in beneficial biochemical and cellular changes.
