Understanding Their Specific Benefits
Different light colors in red light therapy target specific skin and health issues. Here’s an overview of what each color can help treat:
1. Red Light (630-650 nm):
Target Areas: Skin rejuvenation, fine lines, wrinkles, acne.
Benefits: Red light boosts collagen production, reduces fine lines, and improves skin tone by stimulating circulation in the upper layers of the skin.
2. Near-Infrared Light (700-880 nm):
Target Areas: Deeper tissues, muscle recovery, joint pain, hair regrowth.
Benefits: Near-infrared light penetrates deeper into the skin, helping to reduce inflammation, promote hair regrowth, and alleviate muscle or joint pain.
3. Blue Light (400-490 nm):
Target Areas: Acne treatment.
Benefits: Blue light kills acne-causing bacteria and helps prevent new breakouts by targeting the sebaceous glands and reducing inflammation.
4. Yellow/Green Light (500-600 nm):
Target Areas: Skin pigmentation, redness, and irritation.
Benefits: Yellow/green light is effective for addressing pigmentation issues, sun spots, and redness caused by conditions like rosacea.
Which Light Should You Use?
Red Light: For fine lines, skin tone, and anti-aging.
Near-Infrared: For muscle recovery, joint pain, and deeper tissue treatment.
Blue Light: For acne treatment.
Yellow/Green Light: For pigmentation and skin irritation.
By understanding which light color targets your specific issues, you can choose the best option for your needs.