LED Light Therapy
What are the benefits of Light Emitting Diode therapy for the skin?
LED light therapy increases energy production within cells as well as increasing circulation. LED lights also contribute to faster nutrient transfer.
My specific LED Celluma panel allows for the lights to be placed as close as 1/2 an inch to the face making for optimal results.
Benefits include:
- Collagen production may increase up to 300%
- Elastin tightens
- Pores shrink and become smoother
- Hyperpigmentation fades
- Fine lines and wrinkles improve
How does Light Emitting Diode (LED)work?
LED lights work by emitting narrow bands of pure light energy. Specific wave lengths have different effects. Each wave length has it's own healthy benefit.
Blue light, with it's anti-bacterial properties, will help to reduce acne.
Red light therapy is the choice for reducing inflammation and producing collagen, making it an ideal add-on to any treatment.
Infrared is an amazing technology, which makes for the optimal choice for non-invasive pain management.
Treatment Contraindications
for LED Light Therapy
Women who are pregnant should consult their physician before beginning LED light therapy treatments.
Clients with Epilepsy should consult their physician before beginning LED light therapy treatments.
Must wait five days after Botox or cosmetic fillers.
Cautions with medications because of light sensitivity:
The following medicines are known to cause temporary photosensitivity:
Chlorpromazine (Anti-psychotic), also know as Thorazine, Chlorpromazine HcL, Sonazine. Client can be treated if the medication has not been taken within the last 8 days.
Griseofulvin (Anti-Fungal), also known as Grifulvin V, Fulvicin P/G, Gris-Peg. Client can be treated if the medication has not been taken within the last five days.
Isotretinoin (Anti-Acne), also know as Accutane. The client can be treated if the medication has not been taken within the last six months.
Tetracycline’s (antibiotic) also known as Helidac, Terra-Cortril, Terramycin, Sumycin, Tetracycline HcL, Bristacycline, Achromycin V, Actisite, Tetrex, Doxycycline, Ciprofloxacin. Client can be treated if the medication has not been taken within the last five days.
Methotrexate (Anti-Arthritis & Anti-Cancer), also known as Methotrexate Sodium, PF & LPF, Mexate-AQ, Folex, Trexall. Client can be treated if the medicine has not been taken within the lat three days.
Amiodarone (Anti-Arrythmic), also known as Amiodarone Codarone x, Pacerone. Treatment can be administered at the physician’s discretion