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Celluma is the leading professional use  LED light therapy brand.  Celluma's devices are FDA -cleared and designed to bring form and function together to create premium, medical-grade products. 

What Is Low Level Light Therapy?

Low-level-light therapy or photobiomodulation is based on Light Emitting Diode (LED) technology and is the application of light energy to tissue to obtain therapeutic benefits for a variety of conditions including skin, pain, and hair restoration as well as body contouring. It promotes a natural photobiochemical reaction similar to the process of plant photosynthesis. Human cells absorb red and near-infrared (NIR) light energy in the mitochondria, transforming photons into cellular energy (ATP) that produces a cascade of metabolic effects and proven health benefits.

Think of it as giving your skin, body, and hair a natural energy boost. By penetrating deep into the tissues, light therapy helps to increase cellular metabolism, improve blood circulation and enhance the activity of your cells, encouraging them to repair, regenerate, and function more effectively. This process can lead to healthier skin, reduced inflammation, relief from muscle and joint pain, and for your hair, it means stronger roots, less shedding, and even new growth.

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.

Red Light Vs Blue Light

Red light therapy is often used for various skin treatments and has been studied for its potential to stimulate collagen and elastin production, improve skin texture, reduce inflammation, and promote wound healing. Its ability to reach deeper layers of the skin allows it to potentially affect cellular processes and stimulate beneficial changes within the skin’s structure and function. 

Blue light therapy is known for its effectiveness in treating acne by targeting the bacteria that contribute to breakouts within the skin’s superficial layers. Based on clinical research, Celluma devices use blue light at 465 nanometers. 

For What Purpose Is Light Therapy Used?

Based on extensive research, low-level-light therapy devices have been cleared by the FDA, and shown to manage:

  • Aging skin and fine lines and wrinkles
  • Hair restoration
  • Body contouring
  • Muscle spasm
  • Minor muscle and joint aches
  • Minor muscle, joint and arthritic pain
  • Pain and stiffness associated with arthritis
  • Sub-optimal local blood flow and circulation
  • Superficial, benign vascular and pigment lesions
  • Minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of a musculoskeletal origin
  • Mild to moderate acne vulgaris
  • Reduction in acne breakouts

How Safe Is 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.

How Does 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.

How Does 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.

How Does Light Therapy Affect 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.