If the fear of mortality is universal, then so it seems is the fear of developing one of the tell-tale signs of aging; yes! You guessed it, “wrinkles.” Living in an era where the appearance of the skin has somehow managed to become synonymous with one’s overall health and youthfulness, it is now the goal of many to defy aging despite its inevitability.
Research has shown that as we advance in age, collagen, elastin, and the sweat and oil glands’ functioning diminishes. Coupled with extrinsic aging, this results in the skin becoming more fragile, which leads to the formation of wrinkles. Fortunately, with the recent advances in the cosmetic industry, there is presently a myriad of available products and services on the market to help us achieve a more youthful appearance that we so hungrily crave. The advent of Red Light Therapy into the cosmetic world and the excitement it evokes among seekers of wrinkle-free skin, has left many asking the question, “Does red light therapy help reduce wrinkles?” Specialist red light therapy devices like the 5 star rated Total Spectrum Ultra with 7 wavelengths and a motor powered electric stand are affordable spa-grade devices now available for your home.
What Is Red Light Therapy and What’s The Proof That It Works for Anti Aging?
Therapeutic in nature, Red light therapy uses LED to deliver safe wavelengths of red light into the skin, which absorbs it. According to Dermatologist Dr. Dennis Gross, different light spectrum wavelengths correspond to a variety of LED light colors and penetrate the skin. The penetration level increases with the intensity of the light wavelength, which can result in skin repair through increased collagen production and enhanced skin tone.
A 2014 study and clinical trial conducted by Alexander Wunsch and Karsten Matuschka appear to support Dr. Gross’ explanation and findings as participants’ skin feeling, collagen intensity score, skin roughness, and wrinkle status improved dramatically after receiving thirty treatments of RLT (two treatments weekly). Additionally, in a March 2017 study of more than 50 women, researchers also found that red LED light treatment improved eye-area wrinkles’ appearance.
As more evidence emerges through further research, celebrity endorsements, and testimonials from ordinary users in support of the efficacy of RLT in preventing and reducing the appearance of wrinkles, you may be thinking of ways that you can access treatments. Many of us do not want to visit our local dermatologist’s office or the spa during a pandemic due to the associated health risks. Fortunately, there is an influx of RLT devices on the market that we can buy for home use. These range from red light face masks, handheld red light devices to red light beds. Treatments are quick, safe, easy, and painless and require no downtime.
Red Light Face Masks
While red light face masks have been on the market for quite some time, they have become increasingly popular, as you can now purchase these devices and use them at home. As evidenced by a February 2018 review published in The Journal of Clinical Aesthetic Dermatology, they are not only safe but are more affordable when compared to getting treatments done at the dermatologist and afford you the convenience of caring for your skin while relaxing in the comfort of your home.
Each mask uses a different spectrum of light wavelengths that penetrate the skin to trigger changes at the molecular level, as reported by Michele Farber, MD, a board-certified dermatologist. Each range of light creates a different color to focus on various skin issues or concerns. Red light increases circulation and stimulates collagen.
Handheld Red Light Devices Consumers can use a wide variety of handheld red light devices on the market to target wrinkles successfully. Small, portable red light devices are most effective for treating the skin on the face. They are affordable and easy to use at home or while traveling.
Red Light Beds
Typically found in spas and salons, many persons have purchased them for at-home use. They are known to improve collagen and elastin production, which, as you should know by now, enhance the appearance of wrinkles. Treatments are considered restful and relaxing and are useful across different skin types.
Conclusion
If you are considering getting red light therapy for skin collagen creation to reduce wrinkles, be mindful that you may have to wait a while to see actual results, as it is a cumulative process and requires consistency. Ensure that you do your research to determine which device will be most effective for you in terms of the condition you want to treat, cost, and durability. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and for your safety, check to ascertain whether or not the FDA has approved it.
Maybe red light therapy is the fountain of youth that we’ve all been searching for, the one that may finally allow us to banish wrinkles to the Isle of Never Return. Wouldn’t that be great? Let us keep our fingers crossed that we will prove this to be true in the near future.
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