The absorbed energy is used by the cell to improve cellular performance.  Light therapy has a variety of applications across many medical fields, with most light therapy being delivered by light emitting diodes (LEDs) or cold lasers.  The method has been clinically validated and is increasing in acceptance and use by dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons as a non-invasive modality to treatment and healing of skin and wound conditions.  There are also applications in pain management.

How LED Light Therapy Works

In the same way that plants use chlorophyll to convert sunlight into energy, high intensity light emitting diodes (LEDs) utilizing specific, proven wavelengths of light can trigger a natural biostimulatory effect in human tissue. Research has shown that light emitting diode (LED) or phototherapy can increase circulation, accelerate tissue repair, kill acne bacteria, decrease inflammation, improve acne prone skin, skin tone, texture and clarity, decrease under eye wrinkles as well as ease muscle and joint pain, stiffness, spasm, and pain associated with arthritis.

Research indicates that cells absorb particles of light (photons) and transform their energy into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the form of energy that cells utilize. The resulting elevation of ATP is then used to power metabolic processes; synthesize DNA, RNA, proteins, enzymes, and other products needed to repair or regenerate cell components; foster mitosis or cell proliferation; and restore homeostasis. Simply put, the LED phototherapy source provides compromised cells with added energy so the cells performance is enhanced. For example, fibroblast cells will increase collagen and elastin production in connective tissue to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in our skin and increase the rate of wound healing.

Anti Aging Light Therapy

Aging could be described as the degradation of the metabolic process. For as long as we can remember, humans have pursued ways of minimizing the effects of aging. We do this because we all want to get the most joy and fulfillment from our finite time on earth. We want more quality time with our spouse and children, more belly laughs with our friends, more time to travel, and more time to leave our mark on the world.

Many spas and wellness centers now offer specific anti-aging treatments to combat a wide variety of side effects related to the aging process, including red LED light therapy. And while we can’t literally turn back the hands of time, there are steps we can take now to improve and maintain our best appearance.

Collagen

When it comes to aging, a significant factor that leads to wrinkles, fine lines, and joint pain is due to inadequate collagen levels. Collagen is the main structural protein found in your skin and other connective tissue. Collagen literally holds our bodies together. An easy way to remember what collagen does is to look at the Greek prefix ‘kolla’ which means glue.

Increased fibroblast proliferation is just one benefit of LED red light therapy. Fibroblasts make collagen fibers, so it stands to reason that the more, and healthier, fibroblasts we have in the skin, the more and better collagen fibers are made. And as we all know, collagen synthesis and maintenance is the bedrock of anti-aging.

Healthy collagen levels are what give us a glowing complexion, firm skin, strong nails, dense bones, and healthy hair. It is also essential in keeping muscles, joints, and tendons in healthy working order. Simply put, the more our bodies produce collagen, the better we’ll look and feel as we get older.

Signs Of Aging

Fibroblast cells are responsible for producing collagen and elastin, the two most common proteins in connective tissue. However, as we age, our fibroblasts become compromised resulting in lower levels of these proteins. We might start noticing decreased elasticity in our skin, wrinkles, and our joints may not move as freely as they used to. This is because lower levels of collagen lead to breakdowns in cartilage which can cause inflammation, soreness, stiffness, arthritis, and prolonged recovery time after physical activity. Other common signs of aging can include:

• Skin deterioration

• Melasma

• Arthritis

• Inflammation

• Chronic joint and muscle pain

• Keratosis

If you’re experiencing one or more of these signs, then it could be an indicator your collagen levels are deficient.

Anti-Aging Treatment with LED Light Therapy

Now that we've established a base understanding of why collagen is essential as we age, let's look at the most groundbreaking and natural way to effectively generate more collagen in your body using the anti-aging effect of LED light therapy.

Proven red and near-infrared wavelengths are utilized in LED light therapy devices to combat the signs of aging. These specific wavelengths of light energy are clinically verified to enhance your body's natural ability to generate collagen and elastin by activating the fibroblast cells.

No prescriptions.

No medications.

No injections.

No surgery.

Just safe, natural wavelengths of effective, proven light energy.

Light Therapy

Light emitting diode (LED) technology was originally developed by NASA to help keep astronauts’ cells in optimal health in non-gravity situations. 

Today it’s used to enhance cellular healing and protein (collagen & elastin) production in the skin, as well as to reduce Pacnes bacteria on the skin surface to help clear up acne.

How Does it Work?

Light, which is a form of energy, is applied to tissue (the skin). 

This energy is absorbed by mitochondria (the energy centers of the cell) and cell membranes. 

The energy is then used for a variety of cellular processes, such as synthesizing DNA, RNA, proteins (including collagen and elastin), enzymes, and other products needed to repair or regenerate cell components.

This means improved cellular performance and cellular repair.

In terms of the skin, it means helping speed up the process of repairing damaged collagen and creating new collagen, to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.