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LED Light Therapy uses a combination of pure visible red, blue and infra-red light to stimulate the deeper skin tissue. It can be used as a stand-alone treatment or combined with various other treatments to optimise results and assist in healing.
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What Is LED Light Therapy?
Dermalux LED Light Therapy is a non-invasive light treatment that uses narrow band, non-thermal LED light energy to trigger the skin’s natural rejuvenation and repair processes with no pain or downtime.
Dermalux LED Light Therapy uses a combination of pure visible red, blue and near infra-red light to stimulate the deeper skin tissue. It can be used as a stand-alone treatment or combined with various other treatments to enhance results and assist in healing of the skin.
How Does LED Light Therapy Work?
Our skin has the ability to absorb light energy and use it to stimulate and regulate essential cell processes. LED Light Therapy is the application of beneficial wavelengths from the light spectrum which has proven skin enhancing benefits. Skin cells that are energised function at an increased level and can renew up to 200% faster, in turn accelerating cell regeneration and repair.
RED LIGHT:
Red light increases natural hydration levels, reduces redness and inflammation, shrinks the appearance of pores, regulates oil production, improves circulation and is medically approved to treat Rosacea.
BLUE LIGHT:
The blue light has powerful antibacterial properties and is known as a prescription grade treatment to treat acne without causing irritation. Is also offers a UV-free alternative for the treatment of eczema and psorisis.
NEAR INFRA RED LIGHT:
Near Infra Red Light is the most deeply absorbed wavelength; it increases cell permeability and absorption, smoothes lines and wrinkles, improves elasticity and reduces pain and inflammation.
How Often Should I Have A LED Light Therapy Treatment?
Your Skincare Specialist will advise on the number of treatments and frequency of treatments required to treat your specific concern. Usually, we recommend a course of 6 treatments at weekly intervals. Thereafter a maintenance session is recommended every 4 – 6 weeks, this is however all dependant on your skin care concern.
What Are The Benefits Of LED Light Therapy?
Dermalux LED Light Therapy can be added to a number of facial procedures to visibly enhance the results
- Acne
- Burns, sunburn
- Post aesthetic procedures (Botox, dermal fillers, medical skin needling, chemical peels)
- Post-surgery healing
- Scars
- Rosacea
- Pain
- Photo-rejuvenation of skin (face and body)
Can LED Light Therapy Be Combined With Other Treatments?
Yes, Dermalux LED Light Therapy is most effective when combined with other treatments such as Medical Facials and Chemical Peels. The selected LED Light will target specific concerns such as Acne, Inflammation or Anti-Aging for a visibly enhanced treatment result.
How Do I Choose The Best LED Light Therapy Treatment?
Always start with a professional consultation with qualified and experienced specialists for an in-depth analysis of your skin and to reach a good understanding of your skincare concerns and goals.
Our unique and comprehensive VISIA Skin Analysis is available for you to discuss and analyse your concerns and goals and for our team of specialists to provide bespoke advice.
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