LED therapy
different colored light for different types of treatment
What is LED Therapy?
LED stands for light emitting diodes. These lights penetrate the tissue and stimulate the basic cell structure and function, and significantly increase cellular activity.
What do the different color lights mean?
- Blue light: Provides a very superficial penetration. Once the light is absorbed it kills the bacteria associated with acne.
- Red light: Penetrates the tissue superficially. Red light leads to an increase in cellular turnover, circulation and an anti-inflammatory response.
- Infra red light: Penetrates deeper into the tissue and is known to heat the tissue which increases nutritional absorption.
What skin conditions does LED treat?
- Acne
- Wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation
- Loose skin
- Prevention of wrinkles
- Pain/Discomfort
How long is an LED light therapy treatment:
If the light treatment is in conjunction with a facial treatment it will take about 60 minutes. As a stand alone session, it will take 30 minutes.
How many sessions will I need?
An initial 10 treatment series is recommended over a 3 month period. Maintenance treatments can prolong the effects of Light therapy.
Does it hurt?
The light treatment is very relaxing. The lights will feel warm on your skin.
Is Light therapy expensive?
The cost of 10 treatments of LED light therapy (30 min)
Will cost approximately $350 for all ten. If you buy separately it will be approximately $40 per session.
Is everyone a good candidate for this treatment?
Most people will be able to have LED light therapy.
Cancer, pregnancy, and diabetes are contraindications for this type of treatment.
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