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@@missf1217I am 31, but people of all ages can benefit from red light/ near-infrared light therapy! It helps reduce inflammation, among many other benefits that are relevant to all humans ❤
This young woman's skin is absolutely stunning. I will do daily. I also have a derma roller. Will do derma roller once per week. Am 54, wear sunblock every day since I was 24, I do tretinoin and vitamin C, botox for forehead and crow's feet, and conservative use of fillers. I am told I could pass for 30's, but time isn't kind and I can tell you I have benefitted financiallyand professionally from working to appear youthful. Sad, but true. It does matter. Ageism is very real and disproportionately affects women more negatively then men.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and perspective! I totally feel you-it’s unfortunate that women are held to much different standards than men. I personally really love beauty, makeup, and skincare and enjoy taking good care of my face and body. But I feel for the ladies who do not enjoy this. Not everyone likes these things and yet they are still subject to the same pressures to look “professional” or “put together”. It sounds like you’ve taken great care of your skin. ❤️
@@effy1219they only say that because women are self obssesed... and when they are not younger and super desired anymore they think the world is over and everyone does them wrong.
I can attest to your review. I’ve been using red light therapy every single day for the past 3 months, and it has caused a drastic change in my skin. My skin was glowing; it can also fade pimple marks and hyperpigmentation. Also, my friends noticed that my skin looked so clear and healthy. I suggest applying green tea and hyaluronic acid before using the device to achieve great results ❤
Love this! Thanks for sharing your great tips! I've also noticed it fades pimple marks / post-inflammatory erythema. Which mask do you personally use? :)
I use my red light mask 5-6 days per week. I’m almost 50 and it has tightened my skin and helped reduce fine lines. If it breaks, I’d buy another one. I highly recommend!
Which one do you have? I bought Omnilux which cost a mint and now having problems with mask that are too late to get a refund. Frustrating. Was thinking of getting a red light in general I can stand near to hit whole body.
@@annmarieknapp 12 of my friends and I bought omnilux masks and 8 of them stopped working while under warranty and another 2 outside of warranty. They did a fabulous job while they worked but were expensive. So disappointing!
I am 66 yr.old and have been using LED mask for one year. I used NuFace red light attachment for 5 years before the mask. I agree with everything you said- I put on the mask + neck LED every morning while meditating for 20 minutes. My mood is better, too. People comment on my skin quality often. I have been using NuFace micro current for 5+yr. 5 days a week- just before my makeup. These devices don't take much time- just a habit either at night or morning. Like you, I use different lotions-serums on my face- The Ordinary is a great company and affordable for products. Thank you for your video- I am looking forward to watching many more. Metta from CA
You sold me with the mood and energy boost this provides. I suffer from seasonal depression and my morning runs help me fight it but only on the days that I do run. I’d love this as an addition to my selfcare . Thank you for this video and getting straight to the benefits
Trust me, these work! My massuese, when I told him I had just gotten a mat & a "belt" style unit told me he bought his Mom a mat 2 months ago & she has seen big imprivement in her joint & back pain but she's also in a better mood (yes she uses it in the AM) HE himself had heard about the NiR mats from a friend who trains polo horses ($1M ponies) & their rehab people use huge ones across the horses' back & have special sized ones for their legs. **Chk Y Tube for the research out of Canada about LED headsets helping improve the brains of TBI, Parkinsons & Dementia sufferers! Amazing! (Traumatic Brain Injured)
I did a six month promotion on light there at booth,forty minutes twice a week. My skin improved and my body seemed to hum after leaving each session. Powerful stuff. I’m hoping costs go down with time.
Ummm how the hell are you a small channel with the QUALITY of videos you make! They are so informative and I appreciate you sharing this all. Your voice is calming and you seem like such a sweet person ❤. Sending you love ❤️
TOTALLY thought the Exact. Same. Thing as Mykala's comment above. (Unsure how she spelled her name, But YES. I hv *no idea* how your channel doesn't hv WAAAAY more subscribers. I absolutely love your content. It's so genuine and jam-packed with super interesting info. And as another commenter mentioned, your voice is calming, so watching and listening to you is quite relaxing. Very soothing. I absolutely loved this video and now wanna get one. Thank you again so much for your great videos!
@@SproutingHealth the kindest words! Thank you 💕 I’m so happy TH-cam has connected me to other wellness lovers like yourself! More than subs, I’m out to create a genuine community of people sharing tips and tricks in the comments! That fuels my fire :) 🔥
Thank you sooo much for making this video! I bought the Omnilux mask a few months ago before I saw your video, wasn't consistent with it. Used about once or twice a week. I (had) fungal acne/folliculitis on my right cheek for a couple years that would not go away. I used different products to treat it but would come back. I also remembered I read an article about led light therapy killing fungus in a science lab experiment. Folliculitis is very tricky to treat, generally speaking. Because of your video, I decided to be consistent everyday using the mask in the morning. Within a week and especially the second week, my folliculitis had been healing. I no longer have it anymore. I've also notice my mood being more positive. Having more motivation to finish tasks and accomplish my goals. So Thank you!!!!! For sharing and the inspiration!!!!❤🙏🏻🌻✨😊 I will continue to use everyday!!!!🙋♀️✨🌻❤
Yayyyyy!!! Thank you for sharing! This makes me so incredibly happy ❤️ It’s truly my favorite way to start the day: a delicious red light meditation in bed 🥰🥰🥰
@@ladybluesunshinethanks for sharing ✨ I’m such a fan of colloidal silver! I have a spray version which I spritz on my face as an anti-acne treatment :)
I switched to the green light on my mask for about 3 weeks as I read it was good for rosacea, but my skin lost it's glow so have switched back to red, am really convinced now that it does make a difference
I did a lot of research on these and ending up going with the Omnilux. Used it everyday (20 min) for the first two months and then maintenance sessions 3-4 times a week. I have mild rosacea and other redness from occasional gluten/sugar sensitivities and I find that this mask has definitely helped minimize the redness and overall texture of my skin. I also have been using prescription Tretinoin for the past year as well and OTC retinol for 6 years, which has definitely helped with texture. Thanks for sharing your experience, you have convinced me to use it more!
@Baphometrose: *More is not better.* 10 minutes per day is plenty as many dermatologists recommend no more than that. Tretinoin and retinol should not be used together, forms of Vitamin A.
I actually used one of those red light heating lamps for a while every night and morning. I started it to help with my sinuses and my stiff neck, but I also noticed that 1) I sleep so much better after using it, like falling a sleep within the 10 min use and overall improved sleep quality was so much better, and 2) I also found it way easier to stand up in the morning, like you said in the video! I did that for like 6 months when I lived in that one dorm room, and it was easy to set it up there, but afterward I stopped... I really need to do that again actually, this is a good reminder! I'm pretty sure the mask also improves sleep quality if you do it at nighttime.
Thanks for sharing! Yes it does!! Studies have shown that these masks can help us produce melatonin (sleep hormone) and reduce cortisol (stress hormone) so it can truly impact the quality of our sleep. 🤍
I actually love you for this video, this obsession and this channel. Your review was so detailed and thorough but not boring to watch. You've single handedly convinced me to get an oura ring and a led mask. Cant wait. Please keep making reviews on things
I use a red light NIR therapy bag for my whole body every morning. My back pain is gone, and my skin looks great. I use a mask a few days and I use red light total body panels - 4 a couple days. What a change and in so many different ways.
Great review! just wanted to mention that in some of the studies I looked at with regards to red light therapy and skin specifically, there isn't a cumulative effect by adding more time/doing more sessions. so the 10 minutes is probably good enough on that end!
I heard the same from a dermatologist. I wish she had said if she is using tretnoin too. I have been for ages now I’ve bought a mask and I’m not sure if can use both the same day. I’ll try to find a video about it
Love your video! I started using an OmniLux mask about a month ago, and have seen subtle skin improvement so far. I also started using it on my hands, for osteoarthritis -- mine has an inflammatory effect although it's not rheumatoid arthritis. The skin over the arthritic area is red from the inflammation. I've found that after using the LED/IF mask, the redness was gone the next morning after using it the night before. The redness started to return maybe 24 hours later, but by using the mask on my hands everyday, the redness doesn't return. (I've since purchased the hand-mitt version for this purpose.) I've had that inflammatory redness for at least six years, so seeing it disappear is amazing !!! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that continued use might help other autoimmune issues.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Other people facing similar issues can gain a lot of insight from such detailed comments.🙏❤️ Occasionally I get flare-ups of allergic arthritis if I eat something that doesn’t agree with my body. Red light always helps a flare-up subside. 🥰 I am actually considering investing in a large red light panel.. Are your gloves from OmniLux too?
I use Aduro looks like OMNILUX is from Europe ( I am in the US) I can highly recommend it. I had it for over 2 years and I needed a new strap. They sent it for free FedEx in 3 days💃🏻💃🏻 customer service 10* I am impressed!!!!! I emailed them and told them and Bert sent me one right away. They speak english. They also have neck attachments. I saw this mask on Julia Roberts driving her car 😂 so I researched the name. Aduro 7-1 lights🔥🔥🔥
I've been using a red light therapy panel from Future Form Official, a company in Norway, and it has been a game changer for my health! I suffer from chronic back pain, and this panel has not only eased my pain but also improved my skin tone significantly. It’s super affordable! I didn't expect such impressive results for the price I paid. Totally recommend checking them out if you're considering red light therapy. It’s an investment in your health that actually pays off. Thrilled with my purchase!
I just started using red light therapy on my bunny, who has arthritis. I’m excited to see if it helps! I used to use it to heal a skin infection she had, and it worked well
Thank you for your honesty. I REALLY appreciate you saying, I do all these things, I can't tell you what the red light therapy contributes. Having said that, I have a mask on order and I can't wait to try it for myself.
I do red lite at Planet Fitness, but I'm probably going to look into buying the mask ... for sure! I had a bilateral mastectomy AND a hysterectomy so I've got lots of scars to work on! I appreciate the information ... thank you so much!
Ok fine I’ll buy one haha 😉 I had really bad insomnia for months, and someone recommended getting red LED lights for my bedroom to help fall asleep. The result was incredible. I turned them on and within ten minutes I had the best sleep of my life. Now I can’t fall asleep without it. Red light is amazing… can’t believe I hadn’t thought about getting the mask for my skin!
Amazing-thanks for sharing!! Red light helps produce melatonin and lower cortisol so I can completely imagine it changed your sleep! If I ever wake up in the night unable to sleep, I wear this mask for ten or 20 minutes and then fall back into a deep slumber 🥰
Infrared heat for Hot yoga got me looking down this rabbit hole, and I do question the rigour in a lot of the research which made it hard to corelate the benefit of the red and IR light across different use scenarios. I did find the sessions extremely rejuvenating and even just the style of heat vs regular thermal hot yoga was really nice for me. It's nice to have a clear expression of how you are seeing change - thanks for sharing that Robin. I like the morning routine you have created for yourself too!
Thanks for your comment! As much as I like to understand and look into the research behind an intervention, I also like to be led by how something makes me feel.. because that matters for health and happiness as well! It sounds like you’ve been enjoying IR; as have I! It’s really helped reduce inflammation in my body. Placebo or not, it seems to be making a difference for me. :)
Thank you for this upload. I am a licensed esthetician who is more than familiar with LED therapy. But I had no idea it had the potential to have cognitive benefits in addition to topical. I wonder if this actually has something to do with the technology itself, or if it is from the mental aspect of having a self care step in your routine every morning. On a non speculating point, it makes sense from a scientific point of view that when the leds went out on one half the results would be notably differnt between the two sides of your face. LED therapy isn't a trend or a gimic. By nature it will always provide results if at the right wavelength. There are no if ands or buts about it. It's a clinically viable and widely used treatment with basically 100% success rate in clients if used regularly. So for those skeptical, it's absolutely worth it. It's one of the few at home technologies that I would endorse. And get the at home version and bite the bullet for upfront costs. As estheticians we charge from $150 up to over $500 for one LED light session. You need to use this consistently to see results. One session a few times a year won't do anything. Saying it now makes me feel guilty for charging that. Yes, a device could be $500+ but you buy it once. You'd spend close to 50k a year at the low end going in for treatment everyday. Which is how you'll get the best results. Doing it at home is much more economic and ensures you'll keep up with it in the future
Thank you! Is there a brand you recommend? Should you wear goggles to protect your eyes. There’s little discussion about eyes but I understand red light can be bad for them 🤷🏻♀️
I use a hand held Joovv red light unit. Sore muscles, neck….always seems to help in recovery after workouts. And since im 54 I use it on my face and neck, take collagen and no more wrinkles. No old man neck. I swear by it. My wife wants me to buy a bigger size for whole body use.
I’ve been considering getting a red light mask :) my only concern is near infrared. Have you seen any of the research that shows near infrared can damage skin? I know far-infrared is good for us. But yeah, I’ve read a few studies about NIR which has me hesitant. But I’m also wondering how beneficial simple red light LED without the infrared would be if I found a mask that didn’t use NIR 😅
@amandakate5233: There are numerous studies proving it's safety. The lights are different wavelengths. Look it up. These are used to heal wounds in hospitals.
I use the current body one most days, it’s really helped my eczema, it clears up in half the time now, I’m 59 & my skin is good for my age ( I’m told) 😊
Thank you algorithm for showing me this wonderful video!! What an amazing review of something I AM actually considering buying! And now seeing the rest of your videos.. I see a video binge on coming 👀 so many great topics!
I own a powerful red light, they are stronger than the masks but not quite as convenient. I shine on my face and my thyriod for ten minutes each in the morning before getting up. I also microneedle my scalp once weekly and red light my scalp. They 100% improve my mood, and I have also used it on two injuries. A snapped UCL and a 3rd degree burn on my hand. They both healed extrenely well and fast. I think I had a large pimple on the back of my arm that took longer thsn my burn to heal. Like you I try with my skin, and so I cannot say that it is this helping or the other procedures and at home care that I do. As well as tretinoin. But I have faith in my red light ❤
I love my Omnilux! My Hooga panel cleared my leg eczema that I've had for 15 years, and it has never come back since! Wow. How old are you though, you look so young that judging whether this mask has improved your skin is hard - you look a out 25, so firming wouldn't even be an issue yet! ❤❤ Your skin is flawless! 😊
Can you tell me which red light panel you bought? I'd be grateful. I'm thinking of getting one as my Omnilux mask has been intermittent on the lights and I'm Leary of spending another 400 bucks on another one if having problems with first one.
@TheScienceofSelfCare I'm happy with the Hooga in that I believe it cleared my eczema, and it gives my skin a "glow" that is hard to explain! The Hooga emits 660 nm red light and 850 nm of near infrared. The is not the peak ideal values for these, I can't remember the exact numbers, but research that first. I would rather have a panel that emits the ideal nm.
Thank you for sharing your experience! I see how much effort you put in that video. And the research. Not many content creators are doing that ! Thank you again !❤
We bought a Korean made Ceragem red light massage bed in 2008. It was a costly layout initially. We paid it out, and we bought an infrared mattress pad to sleep on. They use Jade to transmit the infra red spectrum light. In Korea they use infrared to heat their homes and their stoves too. It is very common there we were told by Korean students we had staying with us. i lie down on the bed with or without the massge on in 1 hour i wake up rejuvenated feeling refreshed. The infra-red penetrates 3 inches below the surface. It heats up quite hot. You need to protect your eyes from the bright lights. We have had this for almost 15 years, the mattress pad stopped working a couple of years ago but we used it every night for 6 months of the year if we could find a part replacement we could use it again. I would not recommend this with a foam mattress though. It was worth the 4,000 plus initial investment. Highly recommend.
Wow!!! How have I never heard of this?? That sounds amazing. Thank you so much for sharing :) I have lots of research to do now! Re eye safety: yes! I have been using eye blockers in recent months. This mask actually came with them, I just didn’t initially put them on because they were considered “optional”. Better safe then sorry!
I have type 2 Rosacea and Acne...not a good combination. So excited I found your channel!! Love the well researched Videos :) would love to learn more about you skincare routine
I have battled with rosacea and acne (especially when I had major digestive issues)-so I can relate! It’s quite frustrating when you’re doing your best. I’m going to do a more comprehensive skincare video soon, but for both my rosacea and acne, red light / near-infrared light therapy has been a huge help.
I have a red light therapy vibrator! Yes, it's essential for women who've had children and for perimenopause/menopause to keep things fresh and working smoothly! It's been amazing for the results. Joylux is the name, not cheap but worth every penny. I'm trying the red light mask next!! Thank you!
As you're so young I assume your skin is STILL good. Now as a 64 year old Red light user I can attest to its results.. not miraculous but definitely worth using..
Oh so I can do it daily I just bought one myself recently. I got beautiful skin , but want to keep it . Thank you for the great review. I'm excited for my journey ✨😊✨ and will post a video in six months and then a year showing results as well .
I also love my LED mask, I have the Omnilux, pretty expensive, but as you said, we use them almost daily (I use mine probably 5 times a week), so the cost/use is not that huge... Like you I have very sensitive skin with rosacea and I have noticed a significant improvement in the last 3 months, my skin is so much calmer and clearer, especially after I had developed some horrible cystic breakouts (which I assume were caused by the collagen supplements I was taking), and also after spending some months in the merciless African summer. I hope I will also get to see results on some very fine lines that have appeared under my eyes (probably due to that African sun I was mentioning). I am also using the mask on my chest even though it's for the face. One question though, you said you use it for 20-30 minutes everyday? Apparently using it for too long could potentially be damaging - Claire Johnston on the Honest Channel has some interesting videos about this.
Do you have the Omnilux clear or contour (the blue light or red light one) I have redness from roasacea and sensitive skin and some acne and I’m debating which one to get.
hi Robin , thank you so much, that was great and very interesting. I use a new pair of red light therapy glasses developed by scientists / lighting engineers in the UK which slow the ageing of your eyes if you are 40 and over - you are too young ! so you don't need them (someone in your family might though ) They use 670 nm red light. I have used them for about a year and I have seen an improvement in my colour and nighttime vision. All the best to you.
Robin, thanks for the excellent video! I've been in the business of the science of red light therapy for several years now, but your vid has inspired me to finally buy a mask. Thanks!
So glad to hear it! What sort of work do you do within red light therapy? I can seriously never get enough info :) I'm in love with and amazed by its therapeutic potential!
I work for a young company called PassivaPLT that has developed a new way of delivering photobiomodulation therapy (PBMt): Through a material that converts ambient light (sunlight, etc) to specific red and IR lightwaves and can be added to creams, sunblocks etc. We're in the process of partnering to bring it to market. I know this sounds like a shameless plug, not my intention, but I'm excited about what we're doing.
@@DougPassivaPLT that’s so awesome!! Love the concept. Completely different but it reminds me of these solar-energy greenhouses with special glass that only lets blue/green light through (which the plants mostly absorb) and captures other wavelengths to produce energy. Biotech is so cool!! 🌟 Thanks for sharing :)
YOU WERE NOT LYING!! I bought a cheap one from China (Skingenics was the website) and just using it one time, I could see a difference. The wrinkles between my eyebrows were less apparent and my skin looked way smoother and soothed. Thank you for posting this video!
I have been using the Red Light Mask for two years, but I can honestly say that I have not noticed any visible changes in my skin. However, with the medical red light Wand, the skin changes are immediately noticeable.
Hi, I came over to your channel after watching Dr Dray's video on LED light masks. I've had a currentbody mask for around 18 months but havent been consistent with using it. Watching your enthusiasm and obvious results, which are more than skin deep has spurred me on to start using the mask again and to be consistent with it. So thank you 🤗 I'll be checking out lots more of your videos now too.
That’s great to hear! It really is the type of thing that takes consistent use to benefit from. I would definitely recommend trying a morning meditation in bed 🥰
I really enjoyed this video and I am thinking about getting a red light mask myself. I have been doing simple skin care routine. Face wash Vitamin C serum Lotion Sunscreen
That sounds like a solid skincare routine, Matt! 👏👏 Simple is definitely best when it comes to skincare. In the past, I’ve messed with my skin barrier by using too many (abrasive) products and now I follow the “less is more” philosophy. :)
Super helpful, watching it for the second time, because I am ready now to actually buy this mask. And I love how you put citations in to the description box. Love the scientific perspective and cant wait to try it myself starting my day with meditation.
Great commitment! Red light therapy has worked for me too!! One comment- the light cannot penetrate as deeply if it is not touching your skin! The masks that wrap around like the one shown here are too far away where they are not molded to your face. Try one that is more molded like a mask, instead of flat.
@@jaynie5974 Light shines. The actual bulbs don't have to touch your face to penetrate the skin. Thats why all the body sized lights you stand in front of still work. As do the Parkinson helmets. Red light penetrates skin very easily!
I'm very interested in the fact that you use it without washing your face right beforehand (if I'm understanding correctly?). I always worry about it not being effective if I use moisturizer or anything beforehand but if it still works for you first thing waking I think I don't need to worry about that! Thank you for the awesome video :) I've had an Omnilux mask for about half a year. Within a couple uses I considered not getting forehead botox anymore!
Thanks for your question. To clarify (which I did not in the video), I usually have to pee every morning when I wake up and while I am in the bathroom I quickly splash my face with water (not cleanser) just to get any residual skincare off my skin. So I use the mask with pretty “clean” skin.
This popped up in my feed. I was quite surprised about the mood enhancement. This seems quite intriguing. I'm glad it helps with you waking up. This device should definitely be included in a mega skincare bible of holy grail products.
I tried this for skin. Used it 3 days ago and mood accelerated to be better!!! Then when I found this, this is so relatable. I mean im agreeing her opinion or facts reading from ny exp
I'm also using the Boost since quite a long time and I love it. I also have the one for the neck and décolleté and I love it. Any of these devices are rather on the pricy side, that's true but from my point of view it is only expensive if you buy it and don't use it.
100% agree! Compared to getting regular red light sessions at a clinic, it’s actually a great price. Considering I bought this over 3 years ago and use it every day, it costs me well under 50 cents a day. ☺️✨
Hi Robin ! ! ! I would like to ask you some things - Can I use the mask when meditating ? - Can I use the mask when wake up, and then go for a walk at the park ? or use the mask after the walk at the park ? - Can I use the mask after I put oil face at night ? - Can I use the mask if I'm under so much stress ? Thank you so much ! ! ! Much love ! ! ! 🥰 💜 💜 💜
5:33 Your left side of the face is naturally smoother than the right... For me, my right side is naturally smoother than left... We all do have such subtle/vivid discrepancies either naturally or simply because one side has more problems/acne.. usually the side we sleep on which leads to fluid retention, less Lymphatic drain and even spread of bacteria on that side. I have given red light masks a good trial and the difference (if any) is not enough to give it any credit like I would to say derma needling. Also, with lights we need to be very cautious because the margin of error is high due to the uncontrolled/undetected nature of home devices. Not the correct wavelength and it may cause hyperpigmentation or be completely useless.
Suggestion if you’re interested: take methylene blue while using red light therapy. They work synergistically and the red light helps drive the methylene blue further into your tissue for increased cell turnover and mitochondrial function.
For those looking for an LED mask, I've been really happy with the Nooance Professional one I purchased. I find it to be the best in the market thus far after using Current Body and others. No, I don't work for them nor do I have anything to gain from this comment.
red light panels are usually more powerful and cover a greater body area, you can use them for different body areas, tend to be better for aches, sprains, although can still use for the face, check their power output as some panels you want to sit 3 feet away from otherwise too powerful for eyes if up close or wear goggles, mask led's get really close to the skin which is good though some cheap masks their led's are probably not very effective, for red light devices best go for ones which have a reputation, companies which have been around, have good websites and reviews, some of their websites have lots of information, also read reviews online, some of the cheaper products their led's are cheap and they are not very effective
Will have to try your first thing in the morning routine. Sometimes I forget in the evening, or just don't "feel" like it. Thanks for the tip! Note: Please keep your eyes closed. LED Light is bad for your eye health. Just google LED light and eye health. Please be careful. Hugs
Thanks for the eye health tip! I love the “first thing in the morning” routine because it makes waking up a true treat .. gives you an excuse to lay for 10 minutes longer. 🥰
LED as in household LEDs or blue lights are not good. "Blue light or blue-violet light can be damaging to delicate retinal cells deep in the eye." Red Light Therapy has red and Near Infrared light and have improved macular degeneration.
@@seeingyouontube As someone who has had extensive eye problems for 50 years and have spoken to all 4 of my eye doctors about the LED masks, they have ALL advised to keep eyes closed. If you were using it for macular degeneration, it would be under a doctor's care.
@@PreciousMe I always keep my eyes closed. But the problem with your argument is most doctors aren’t familiar with RLT. I’m a retired nurse with a PhD who has focused on healthy lifestyles. When I started fasting and keto diet years ago, I heard health professionals out of ignorance deny these were acceptable practices. Western medicine is very limited. There are medical professionals who are aware of alternate means towards wellness but they are not easy to find and have even been legally sued for speaking outside of the corporation lipspeak in the healthcare monopoly. People are looking for ways to be our best selves and it usually is not found in a pharmaceutical.
Honestly... This isn't how they were intended to be used and I'm not recommending it but I sit in front of my plant lights for the same reason. Help me manage my 2020 depression. Good luck out there everybody. 🖖
why not...? isnt it the same thing? and if you get the same wave length of light and the same power (you can always sit in bigger distance from the lights if they are too strong)... it should be basically the same thing...?
Your skin is beautiful in this video. I've started using a couple of red light devices .I think they have helped with a long time wrist pain. Going to try a morning mask.
Loved this review! I just bought my first Led mask with the sufficient wavelenghts! I wanna say though , the dermaroller you mentioned is very unreliable and creates deeper pitting in out skin than in-office microneedling ❤ Just be careful with that one! Love from Sweden 🇸🇪
Thank you for your sweet comment! Hope you’ll love your LED mask as much as I love mine. Re microneedling: You’re absolutely right about being ultra careful with at-home treatments like dermarolling. I have a very careful protocol I follow where everything is sanitized and I do not over-use any single roller. For me personally, dermarolling has done wonders for my skin (clarity and texture) at a fraction of the cost of a microneedling session in a clinic. But I agree it’s something to be very careful with and would advise anyone perusing the comments to do their own research and talk to some professional aestheticians. :) Love from (currently) California xo
@@ZoeMC369 i haven’t been very consistent on my body so hard to say. I have noticed tightening in my skin, but I’ve also been walking more. Here’s a great video from Bubz that shows her results of dermarolling on her stomach after pregnancy: th-cam.com/video/ChG8aSvEU6A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6EVUXOkpnClWWDCR
I just came across your channel.. and, having been doing all of this research myself before this, I want to say thank you. The citations and anecdotal evidence are so helpful. Binging your videos.
Hi Kate 👋 welcome to this corner of TH-cam! And thank you so much for the kind words!! It’s so fun to have a community of self-care lovers here online. 🥰 Are there any topics you’ve been especially interested in lately? Always open to new research suggestions. xo Robin
It would mean so, so much to me if you could say more about the mask's effect(s) on your mood. I struggle with anxiety and depression, am treated for it, but still don't feel my best. I would like to do everything (that works) that I can to improve my situation.
Hey👋 so I have no way to “measure” my mood but between using a light mask and actually going into a red light sauna regularly, I’ve found that red light makes me feel bright and energized. Not sure how to explain it any better. :) I would recommend finding a gym in your area that has a red light sauna (some gyms do!) and testing it out for a few days! This way you can assess for yourself how it feels before investing in any red light devices. Everyone’s experience is unique. Beyond gyms, there are also specialized clinics that have red light therapy rooms. Not sure where you live but I’m certain there’s going to be some way to test it out somewhere. ❤️
I am REALLY excited to hear about the mood benefits, and better skin wouldn’t hurt either, lol! I don’t know how I’m going to afford this but I’m definitely investing in one before winter arrives and dealing with SAD.
OOOOOOKAAAAAYYY you sold me! Haha, this was very persuasive and now I have to think about buying one… and yes, it was obvious to me which side was the broken light side.
Yeeee ❤️ 💥 I am pretty freakin happy with it. It does take consistency and patience to reap the benefits though. So it’s most suitable for those who will actually use it veryyy regularly.
My friend has been diagnosed with cataracts and apparently exposure to bright sun can accelerate this. Now I'm wondering if the bright red light right next to your eyes can also affect eyes...😮
Low power red light is actually good for the eyes, for example 670 nanometre red light at 8 milliwatts per cm squared for 3 minutes in the morning (what our glasses use, developed by eye scientists in the UK) 20 nm per cm 2 is ok, many masks are this kind of power, check the details on the mask, more powerful panels and lamps like 50 mw/cm2 with wavelengths of 650/750/850 you should sit 3 feet away, if anything seems bright to your eyes use goggles or don't use it, longer wavelengths like 900 plus don't use it for eyes, follow the instructions with the mask or panel, some people are more light sensitive so have to be more careful those with eye medical conditions should get advice from optometrist / doctor first
Does it matter which brand of mask you use? They all range from $100-600 and I’m scared to spend so much on a product that I’m not sure even works because of mixed reviews on red light therapy in general 😢 (I have acne and hyperpigmentation, I also have awful seasonal depression so I could really benefit from something like this if it actually works, I’ve already tried everything else) 😥
I imagine the mixed reviews come from the fact that the cheap ones don't produce the right wavelength of light, but it's still red so people can't tell the difference. The expensive ones seem to universally be beneficial. I'm no expert though, that's just my theory!
Thanks for the video!:) I am considering the mask but am so scared about the potential fat loss it can cause after watching The Honest channel discussions let by Claire.. But it is also really annoying because in that chanel they argue that almost any good modality for the skin cause fat loss, such as tretinoin.. Have you seen it? what is your opinion of it? I can see that your face is full, you probably did not lose any fat? may I ask you how old are you as well? since you look very youthfull and your skin looks incredible!:) thank you! ;)
I am 31 and i have not noticed any fat loss at all. I am not sure how it would result in fat loss. Haven’t seen any studies related to that. It’s not radio frequency and it’s not delivering heat deep into the tissue. So I really don’t think you need to be worried about fat loss :)
I don't see how red light could cause fat loss, even though I'm watching Claire's channel... The LED masks do not generate heat in the skin, which would cause the fat cells to atrophy, so maybe a defective device which was worn everyday for many hours could potentially cause some issues, but if you have a good mask and use it like it's supposed to be used, I don't see how you could have this issue.
Hi Kristena, thank you so much for your kind words! And welcome to this corner of TH-cam 👋❤️ let me know if there are any topics you’d love to see covered on this channel. :) xo Robin
How interesting, I think I may have SAD and really wanted to get red light therapy mask, somehow intuitively I felt it would be good for my mood. Thanks for this, I’m definitely getting it now 😊
Yes I think it’s a great option! When I use it each morning, it’s like the warmth of the sun is shining down on me and I know it’s going to be a great day! ☀️
I would highly encourage you to either read the Harvard studies on red light therapy to treat inflammation or the Mayo Clinic’s study of red light therapy and collagen production if you feel that way. I thought it was bs until I read the science behind it. It’s weird but it works.😊
Great video! Do you only do red light therapy for your face or also the rest of your body? Would you recommend buying a face mask over a full-body panel for home use?
Great video! I have been reading all of the studies on red light therapy for wound healing and how it increases cell division and the mitochondria energy production of cells. i get a lot of superficial wounds from working outside on my ranch and also have some joint/muscle/tendon pain issues, but i have not had time or money to invest in a red light unit, so I have gone outside with the sun, now that it's just about summer, having very powerful intensity, which also has red light. Yes, even though it appears as white light, the red and far red light/infrared is in there of course. Sunlight has very high lux/lumen values that I'm thinking would far exceed even the artifical units. Since you maximimize vit D synthesis at 3 to 4 minutes of exposure from UV, not the 7 to 8 minutes that they say results in burning, i do not think this will have any DNA damaging or aging effects since I just lay on each side for about 4 minutes. When you exceed 3 to 4 minues the sun actually begins to degrade some of the vitD that has formed according to a Scandivian study i read giving the 3 to 4 minutes time span as optimum. Plus I drink green tea before going out and the polyphenols are known to protect skin against UV-B damage. Then after 5 pm when the long rays of the sun are more predominant (higher in red light compared to blue or UV), then I go out for longer to maximize more red light without any worry of UV at that time. There may some UVA., but i do not think its enough to cause damage or burning. I have noticed incredible healing effects of joint and muscle pain, and my skin looks very smooth and healthy from this sun/red light therapy.
Interesting routine. Thanks for sharing. I try to avoid UV exposure as much as possible because I have very fair skin that burns super easily. Since infrared light is the complete other end of the spectrum and there’s no evidence that red light can be harmful, I feel pretty great basking in A LOT of it whenever I can. My skin loves it.
@@TheScienceofSelfCare I've decided to abandon this routine. Even though they say 3 to 4 minutes is not enough time to burn or damage the skin, I did have some damage since I posted that message. I developed a raised small pimple like growth on my leg that is itchy and looks like some of the sun keratomas I got from years earlier due to over-exposure. So there might have been some DNA damage - no more sun for me! Even after 4 pm when the UV-B is gone, I read there is enough UVA that is known for damaging DNA even though it doesn't cause burning or redness. I'm willing to try the red light therapy alone and take the natural vitamin D from cod liver oil. There are a large group of people who believe your supposed to only get vit D from the sun or at least natural sources like cod liver oil, not the synthetic capsules. However, I do not think they are taking into account that there are some people that are sensitive or notice cell damage (permanent changes are evidence of DNA damage which accelerates aging and has skin cancer risk).
Edit: A year after filming this, The Light Salon hired me for a whole campaign on their website (videos with each product). Please note this review was made long before they connected with me and reflects my genuine unsponsored opinion as their customer.
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How old are you ? I think I would like to start but I am only 26.
@@missf1217I am 31, but people of all ages can benefit from red light/ near-infrared light therapy! It helps reduce inflammation, among many other benefits that are relevant to all humans ❤
How much do you get paid for that? Can you hook me up, please
I use red light therapy for vaginal and anal tightening, and it works. It comes in a wand.
I heard a dermatologist say it shouldn’t be used more than 10 minutes a day. I’ve just got a current body mask
This young woman's skin is absolutely stunning. I will do daily. I also have a derma roller. Will do derma roller once per week. Am 54, wear sunblock every day since I was 24, I do tretinoin and vitamin C, botox for forehead and crow's feet, and conservative use of fillers. I am told I could pass for 30's, but time isn't kind and I can tell you I have benefitted financiallyand professionally from working to appear youthful. Sad, but true. It does matter. Ageism is very real and disproportionately affects women more negatively then men.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and perspective! I totally feel you-it’s unfortunate that women are held to much different standards than men.
I personally really love beauty, makeup, and skincare and enjoy taking good care of my face and body. But I feel for the ladies who do not enjoy this. Not everyone likes these things and yet they are still subject to the same pressures to look “professional” or “put together”.
It sounds like you’ve taken great care of your skin. ❤️
Thank you for highlighting this!
Ageism is very real and disproportionately affects women more negatively then men. --- what industry you are working for if i may ask?
@@effy1219they only say that because women are self obssesed... and when they are not younger and super desired anymore they think the world is over and everyone does them wrong.
how did u use vitamin C with tretinoin??
I can attest to your review. I’ve been using red light therapy every single day for the past 3 months, and it has caused a drastic change in my skin. My skin was glowing; it can also fade pimple marks and hyperpigmentation. Also, my friends noticed that my skin looked so clear and healthy. I suggest applying green tea and hyaluronic acid before using the device to achieve great results ❤
Love this! Thanks for sharing your great tips! I've also noticed it fades pimple marks / post-inflammatory erythema. Which mask do you personally use? :)
Hi which product of green tea or just plain grean tea
Which red light therapy did you buy?? The one listed is about $500 curious what others have found
@@bentebehet5389actually, the studies were done not with green tea, but with green rooibos tea. See “Maysama.”
She made a comment that they offered a discount code to her subsribers! Scroll up for the link :) I just bought one myself @@NatalieBoat111
Finally someone who tested this masks longer than 8 weeks 😂 love it thank you ❤
Haha my pleasure! Still testing to this day ;)
I use my red light mask 5-6 days per week. I’m almost 50 and it has tightened my skin and helped reduce fine lines. If it breaks, I’d buy another one. I highly recommend!
Which one do you have? I bought Omnilux which cost a mint and now having problems with mask that are too late to get a refund. Frustrating. Was thinking of getting a red light in general I can stand near to hit whole body.
@@annmarieknapp 12 of my friends and I bought omnilux masks and 8 of them stopped working while under warranty and another 2 outside of warranty. They did a fabulous job while they worked but were expensive. So disappointing!
Your skin looks great! They should give you coupons because I’m convinced now 😊
Could you please tell which brand of mask do you have?
@@irynak6567I would highly recommend the CurrentBody
I am 66 yr.old and have been using LED mask for one year. I used NuFace red light attachment for 5 years before the mask. I agree with everything you said- I put on the mask + neck LED every morning while meditating for 20 minutes. My mood is better, too. People comment on my skin quality often. I have been using NuFace micro current for 5+yr. 5 days a week- just before my makeup. These devices don't take much time- just a habit either at night or morning. Like you, I use different lotions-serums on my face- The Ordinary is a great company and affordable for products. Thank you for your video- I am looking forward to watching many more. Metta from CA
First time I see someone comment on a skincare routine that is almost identical to mine. 😊🙌
You sold me with the mood and energy boost this provides. I suffer from seasonal depression and my morning runs help me fight it but only on the days that I do run. I’d love this as an addition to my selfcare . Thank you for this video and getting straight to the benefits
Same!
Red & NIR led light therapy improves my mood so much! Use it daily
Me also
Trust me, these work! My massuese, when I told him I had just gotten a mat & a "belt" style unit told me he bought his Mom a mat 2 months ago & she has seen big imprivement in her joint & back pain but she's also in a better mood (yes she uses it in the AM)
HE himself had heard about the NiR mats from a friend who trains polo horses ($1M ponies) & their rehab people use huge ones across the horses' back & have special sized ones for their legs.
**Chk Y Tube for the research out of Canada about LED headsets helping improve the brains of TBI, Parkinsons & Dementia sufferers! Amazing!
(Traumatic Brain Injured)
Same! I don’t know how I’m going to afford this but with winter coming I’m going to figure it out.
I did a six month promotion on light there at booth,forty minutes twice a week. My skin improved and my body seemed to hum after leaving each session. Powerful stuff. I’m hoping costs go down with time.
Ummm how the hell are you a small channel with the QUALITY of videos you make! They are so informative and I appreciate you sharing this all. Your voice is calming and you seem like such a sweet person ❤. Sending you love ❤️
Wow this makes my day! Thanks Mikayla. Glad you’ve found my content informative. ❤️ sending love right back at you ❤️
TOTALLY thought the Exact. Same. Thing as Mykala's comment above. (Unsure how she spelled her name,
But YES. I hv *no idea* how your channel doesn't hv WAAAAY more subscribers.
I absolutely love your content. It's so genuine and jam-packed with super interesting info.
And as another commenter mentioned, your voice is calming, so watching and listening to you is quite relaxing. Very soothing.
I absolutely loved this video and now wanna get one.
Thank you again so much for your great videos!
@@SproutingHealth the kindest words! Thank you 💕 I’m so happy TH-cam has connected me to other wellness lovers like yourself!
More than subs, I’m out to create a genuine community of people sharing tips and tricks in the comments! That fuels my fire :) 🔥
I just found you lady🔥 and I am glad💃🏻💃🏻I ditto what they say above. Great personality, voice, knowledgeable and pleasant🔥 your skin is glowing🌻💛
@@marikatarver60 y’all are making me blush! Thank you, Marika ❤️ Glad to have you over on this corner of TH-cam. :)
Thank you sooo much for making this video! I bought the Omnilux mask a few months ago before I saw your video, wasn't consistent with it. Used about once or twice a week.
I (had) fungal acne/folliculitis on my right cheek for a couple years that would not go away. I used different products to treat it but would come back.
I also remembered I read an article about led light therapy killing fungus in a science lab experiment. Folliculitis is very tricky to treat, generally speaking.
Because of your video, I decided to be consistent everyday using the mask in the morning. Within a week and especially the second week, my folliculitis had been healing. I no longer have it anymore.
I've also notice my mood being more positive. Having more motivation to finish tasks and accomplish my goals. So Thank you!!!!! For sharing and the inspiration!!!!❤🙏🏻🌻✨😊 I will continue to use everyday!!!!🙋♀️✨🌻❤
Yayyyyy!!! Thank you for sharing! This makes me so incredibly happy ❤️ It’s truly my favorite way to start the day: a delicious red light meditation in bed 🥰🥰🥰
Try using a cotton swab and disinfect the area with colloidal silver. Killed my stubborn toenail fungus in no time. Good luck.
@@ladybluesunshinethanks for sharing ✨ I’m such a fan of colloidal silver! I have a spray version which I spritz on my face as an anti-acne treatment :)
I switched to the green light on my mask for about 3 weeks as I read it was good for rosacea, but my skin lost it's glow so have switched back to red, am really convinced now that it does make a difference
Wow! Thanks for sharing-that’s so interesting. Yes it’s hard to describe, but this treatment just gives you that “glow” from within 🥰
I did a lot of research on these and ending up going with the Omnilux. Used it everyday (20 min) for the first two months and then maintenance sessions 3-4 times a week. I have mild rosacea and other redness from occasional gluten/sugar sensitivities and I find that this mask has definitely helped minimize the redness and overall texture of my skin. I also have been using prescription Tretinoin for the past year as well and OTC retinol for 6 years, which has definitely helped with texture. Thanks for sharing your experience, you have convinced me to use it more!
But the omnilux website says you should discontinue Tretinoin while using red light.
@@_chapternumberone_8782u can use it, but apply it after the LED treatments NOT before.
@Baphometrose: *More is not better.* 10 minutes per day is plenty as many dermatologists recommend no more than that. Tretinoin and retinol should not be used together, forms of Vitamin A.
I actually used one of those red light heating lamps for a while every night and morning. I started it to help with my sinuses and my stiff neck, but I also noticed that 1) I sleep so much better after using it, like falling a sleep within the 10 min use and overall improved sleep quality was so much better, and 2) I also found it way easier to stand up in the morning, like you said in the video!
I did that for like 6 months when I lived in that one dorm room, and it was easy to set it up there, but afterward I stopped... I really need to do that again actually, this is a good reminder!
I'm pretty sure the mask also improves sleep quality if you do it at nighttime.
Thanks for sharing! Yes it does!! Studies have shown that these masks can help us produce melatonin (sleep hormone) and reduce cortisol (stress hormone) so it can truly impact the quality of our sleep. 🤍
@@TheScienceofSelfCare why not just use Red Light Therapy Lamp for the whole body then? Same price +-
I actually love you for this video, this obsession and this channel. Your review was so detailed and thorough but not boring to watch. You've single handedly convinced me to get an oura ring and a led mask. Cant wait. Please keep making reviews on things
Wow this comment warms my heart!! Thank you so much 🥰 hope you enjoy your new toys! Nothing feels as good as taking care of your beautiful body! ✨
I use a red light NIR therapy bag for my whole body every morning. My back pain is gone, and my skin looks great. I use a mask a few days and I use red light total body panels - 4 a couple days. What a change and in so many different ways.
Great review! just wanted to mention that in some of the studies I looked at with regards to red light therapy and skin specifically, there isn't a cumulative effect by adding more time/doing more sessions. so the 10 minutes is probably good enough on that end!
Yup! Boost recommends max 20 min at one go
I heard the same from a dermatologist. I wish she had said if she is using tretnoin too. I have been for ages now I’ve bought a mask and I’m not sure if can use both the same day. I’ll try to find a video about it
@@itsruckaswife7036 angie form hot and flashy here on yt says she uses retinoids a tnight while the mask in the morning
@@itsruckaswife7036 I am using both with no issues thus far (have been on tretinoin for years and mask for 2 months)
She did say she uses the mask for her mood more than her skin so perhaps longer is better for the antidepressant effects?
My red light panel helps my pain and mood. Skin is a bonus too. It really assists when I have PMS depression
Love your video! I started using an OmniLux mask about a month ago, and have seen subtle skin improvement so far.
I also started using it on my hands, for osteoarthritis -- mine has an inflammatory effect although it's not rheumatoid arthritis. The skin over the arthritic area is red from the inflammation. I've found that after using the LED/IF mask, the redness was gone the next morning after using it the night before. The redness started to return maybe 24 hours later, but by using the mask on my hands everyday, the redness doesn't return. (I've since purchased the hand-mitt version for this purpose.) I've had that inflammatory redness for at least six years, so seeing it disappear is amazing !!! I'm keeping my fingers crossed that continued use might help other autoimmune issues.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Other people facing similar issues can gain a lot of insight from such detailed comments.🙏❤️
Occasionally I get flare-ups of allergic arthritis if I eat something that doesn’t agree with my body. Red light always helps a flare-up subside. 🥰 I am actually considering investing in a large red light panel.. Are your gloves from OmniLux too?
@@TheScienceofSelfCare It's a single glove actually, which can be used on either hand. And yes it is from OmniLux.
Very interesting! My father has a bad case of rheumatoid arthritis that mostly affects his hands, so I might get a bulb or panel for him... Thank you!
Whoa ty so much for sharing, I have rheumatoid arthritis & I will look into this to get more info. I dislike taking medications multiple times a day.
@francesb6758: use cold pressed organic castor oil on your hands to reduce inflammation.
I’m so happy I just found this channel! The fact that you listed the research on this… I am in looooveee
Yay!! Thank you so much! Happy to have you here ❤️
I use the OmniLux mask and love it! It really does reduce fine line and redness, and improves overall appearance of the skin.
Nice! I’ve heard great things about the OmniLux mask. I know this is the one @HotandFlashy uses ✨
Any mood changes?
I use Aduro looks like OMNILUX is from Europe ( I am in the US) I can highly recommend it. I had it for over 2 years and I needed a new strap. They sent it for free FedEx in 3 days💃🏻💃🏻 customer service 10* I am impressed!!!!! I emailed them and told them and Bert sent me one right away. They speak english. They also have neck attachments. I saw this mask on Julia Roberts driving her car 😂 so I researched the name. Aduro 7-1 lights🔥🔥🔥
@@marikatarver60 haven’t researched this one!! Thanks for the tip. If it’s good enough for Julia Roberts while driving, it’s good enough for me ;)
@@TheScienceofSelfCare that's exactly what I thought😂😂
Your skin is divine! And those cheekbones 🤩
Your videos are lovely. I'd like to try a red light mask.
I've been using a red light therapy panel from Future Form Official, a company in Norway, and it has been a game changer for my health! I suffer from chronic back pain, and this panel has not only eased my pain but also improved my skin tone significantly. It’s super affordable! I didn't expect such impressive results for the price I paid. Totally recommend checking them out if you're considering red light therapy. It’s an investment in your health that actually pays off. Thrilled with my purchase!
Love to hear this!! I’ve been wanting to invest in a panel :) I’ll definitely check this one out. Thanks for sharing!
Followed immediately when you said you were about to cry ❤ that’s pure gratitude thank you 🙏🏻
Aww thank you! Gratitude because it’s become a sacred part of my morning. ❤️
I just started using red light therapy on my bunny, who has arthritis. I’m excited to see if it helps! I used to use it to heal a skin infection she had, and it worked well
Wow! That’s incredible. You sound like a very thoughtful pet owner-what a lucky bunny!
Which red light product would you use?
That's so cute😊
Thank you for your honesty. I REALLY appreciate you saying, I do all these things, I can't tell you what the red light therapy contributes. Having said that, I have a mask on order and I can't wait to try it for myself.
Aw thank you! I’m so glad to hear this. I hope you love your mask as much as I love mine ❤️
Thank you for sharing.. Just received my mask. I’m finally into a whole holistic view of improving my overall appearance!!
Hope you love it as much as I do! It takes time and consistency but is well worth it :) don’t go anywhere without my mask ✨
I do red lite at Planet Fitness, but I'm probably going to look into buying the mask ... for sure! I had a bilateral mastectomy AND a hysterectomy so I've got lots of scars to work on! I appreciate the information ... thank you so much!
Ok fine I’ll buy one haha 😉 I had really bad insomnia for months, and someone recommended getting red LED lights for my bedroom to help fall asleep. The result was incredible. I turned them on and within ten minutes I had the best sleep of my life. Now I can’t fall asleep without it. Red light is amazing… can’t believe I hadn’t thought about getting the mask for my skin!
Amazing-thanks for sharing!! Red light helps produce melatonin and lower cortisol so I can completely imagine it changed your sleep! If I ever wake up in the night unable to sleep, I wear this mask for ten or 20 minutes and then fall back into a deep slumber 🥰
Can you share the info? so I know what to buy. Maybe it helps me to sleep better 😫🥹
This made me really want to have one! Love how you review was based on scientific sources!
Infrared heat for Hot yoga got me looking down this rabbit hole, and I do question the rigour in a lot of the research which made it hard to corelate the benefit of the red and IR light across different use scenarios. I did find the sessions extremely rejuvenating and even just the style of heat vs regular thermal hot yoga was really nice for me.
It's nice to have a clear expression of how you are seeing change - thanks for sharing that Robin.
I like the morning routine you have created for yourself too!
Thanks for your comment! As much as I like to understand and look into the research behind an intervention, I also like to be led by how something makes me feel.. because that matters for health and happiness as well!
It sounds like you’ve been enjoying IR; as have I! It’s really helped reduce inflammation in my body. Placebo or not, it seems to be making a difference for me. :)
Thank you for this upload. I am a licensed esthetician who is more than familiar with LED therapy. But I had no idea it had the potential to have cognitive benefits in addition to topical. I wonder if this actually has something to do with the technology itself, or if it is from the mental aspect of having a self care step in your routine every morning.
On a non speculating point, it makes sense from a scientific point of view that when the leds went out on one half the results would be notably differnt between the two sides of your face. LED therapy isn't a trend or a gimic. By nature it will always provide results if at the right wavelength. There are no if ands or buts about it. It's a clinically viable and widely used treatment with basically 100% success rate in clients if used regularly. So for those skeptical, it's absolutely worth it. It's one of the few at home technologies that I would endorse. And get the at home version and bite the bullet for upfront costs.
As estheticians we charge from $150 up to over $500 for one LED light session. You need to use this consistently to see results. One session a few times a year won't do anything. Saying it now makes me feel guilty for charging that. Yes, a device could be $500+ but you buy it once. You'd spend close to 50k a year at the low end going in for treatment everyday. Which is how you'll get the best results. Doing it at home is much more economic and ensures you'll keep up with it in the future
I wondered this too - if the mood improvement was specifically the light, or the self care step/ the fact that she was combining it with meditation
Thank you! Is there a brand you recommend? Should you wear goggles to protect your eyes. There’s little discussion about eyes but I understand red light can be bad for them 🤷🏻♀️
ngl, thought this was just too extra and unnecessary, but you've convinced me to give it a try to help w my mood and skin this winter, ty!!
It’s pretty extra 😂 but it’s become “necessary” for me. Haha hope you love it as much as I do!
They are even testing red light therapy for TBIs and dementia. This is so interesting.
So cool! I'm truly obsessed with light therapy! Seems like we are just scratching the surface of what's possible.. :)
I use a hand held Joovv red light unit. Sore muscles, neck….always seems to help in recovery after workouts. And since im 54 I use it on my face and neck, take collagen and no more wrinkles. No old man neck. I swear by it. My wife wants me to buy a bigger size for whole body use.
I’ve been considering getting a red light mask :) my only concern is near infrared. Have you seen any of the research that shows near infrared can damage skin? I know far-infrared is good for us. But yeah, I’ve read a few studies about NIR which has me hesitant.
But I’m also wondering how beneficial simple red light LED without the infrared would be if I found a mask that didn’t use NIR 😅
@amandakate5233: There are numerous studies proving it's safety. The lights are different wavelengths. Look it up. These are used to heal wounds in hospitals.
I use the current body one most days, it’s really helped my eczema, it clears up in half the time now, I’m 59 & my skin is good for my age ( I’m told) 😊
Amazing! Love to hear it because CurrentBody is cheaper than my mask but I know it’s great quality. So I think it’s a lovely option!
Thank you algorithm for showing me this wonderful video!! What an amazing review of something I AM actually considering buying!
And now seeing the rest of your videos.. I see a video binge on coming 👀 so many great topics!
Aww thank you. So glad you found the review helpful! 🥰 Did you end up going for a mask?
I own a powerful red light, they are stronger than the masks but not quite as convenient. I shine on my face and my thyriod for ten minutes each in the morning before getting up. I also microneedle my scalp once weekly and red light my scalp. They 100% improve my mood, and I have also used it on two injuries. A snapped UCL and a 3rd degree burn on my hand. They both healed extrenely well and fast. I think I had a large pimple on the back of my arm that took longer thsn my burn to heal.
Like you I try with my skin, and so I cannot say that it is this helping or the other procedures and at home care that I do. As well as tretinoin. But I have faith in my red light ❤
Wow! Your routine sounds epic! I cannot wait to get my hands on a large red light panel!! Thanks for sharing ❤️
your voice is so calm and relaxing , i loved it
That’s so kind! Thank you 🥰 I’m glad you enjoyed this. x
I'm so glad you're doing well. As long as you like, it will FOREVER be worth it! Thank u for sharing girl!!!
I love my Omnilux! My Hooga panel cleared my leg eczema that I've had for 15 years, and it has never come back since! Wow. How old are you though, you look so young that judging whether this mask has improved your skin is hard - you look a out 25, so firming wouldn't even be an issue yet! ❤❤ Your skin is flawless! 😊
Can you tell me which red light panel you bought? I'd be grateful. I'm thinking of getting one as my Omnilux mask has been intermittent on the lights and I'm Leary of spending another 400 bucks on another one if having problems with first one.
I am 31! And definitely my skin is in much better shape because I take care of it :)
I really want to get a panel! Were you happy with Hooga?
@TheScienceofSelfCare I'm happy with the Hooga in that I believe it cleared my eczema, and it gives my skin a "glow" that is hard to explain! The Hooga emits 660 nm red light and 850 nm of near infrared. The is not the peak ideal values for these, I can't remember the exact numbers, but research that first. I would rather have a panel that emits the ideal nm.
Thank you for sharing your experience! I see how much effort you put in that video. And the research. Not many content creators are doing that ! Thank you again !❤
FINE you convinced me! I’ve been on the fence for awhile, thanks for sharing 😊👏👏
Haha hope you love it as much as I do! 🥰
We bought a Korean made Ceragem red light massage bed in 2008. It was a costly layout initially. We paid it out, and we bought an infrared mattress pad to sleep on. They use Jade to transmit the infra red spectrum light. In Korea they use infrared to heat their homes and their stoves too. It is very common there we were told by Korean students we had staying with us. i lie down on the bed with or without the massge on in 1 hour i wake up rejuvenated feeling refreshed. The infra-red penetrates 3 inches below the surface. It heats up quite hot. You need to protect your eyes from the bright lights. We have had this for almost 15 years, the mattress pad stopped working a couple of years ago but we used it every night for 6 months of the year if we could find a part replacement we could use it again. I would not recommend this with a foam mattress though. It was worth the 4,000 plus initial investment. Highly recommend.
Wow!!! How have I never heard of this?? That sounds amazing. Thank you so much for sharing :) I have lots of research to do now!
Re eye safety: yes! I have been using eye blockers in recent months. This mask actually came with them, I just didn’t initially put them on because they were considered “optional”. Better safe then sorry!
I also have a ceragem bed that I am not using atm. Thanks for motivating me
I have type 2 Rosacea and Acne...not a good combination. So excited I found your channel!! Love the well researched Videos :) would love to learn more about you skincare routine
I have battled with rosacea and acne (especially when I had major digestive issues)-so I can relate! It’s quite frustrating when you’re doing your best.
I’m going to do a more comprehensive skincare video soon, but for both my rosacea and acne, red light / near-infrared light therapy has been a huge help.
I have a red light therapy vibrator! Yes, it's essential for women who've had children and for perimenopause/menopause to keep things fresh and working smoothly! It's been amazing for the results. Joylux is the name, not cheap but worth every penny. I'm trying the red light mask next!! Thank you!
As you're so young I assume your skin is STILL good.
Now as a 64 year old Red light user I can attest to its results.. not miraculous but definitely worth using..
I second that.
Oh so I can do it daily I just bought one myself recently. I got beautiful skin , but want to keep it . Thank you for the great review. I'm excited for my journey ✨😊✨ and will post a video in six months and then a year showing results as well .
I also love my LED mask, I have the Omnilux, pretty expensive, but as you said, we use them almost daily (I use mine probably 5 times a week), so the cost/use is not that huge... Like you I have very sensitive skin with rosacea and I have noticed a significant improvement in the last 3 months, my skin is so much calmer and clearer, especially after I had developed some horrible cystic breakouts (which I assume were caused by the collagen supplements I was taking), and also after spending some months in the merciless African summer. I hope I will also get to see results on some very fine lines that have appeared under my eyes (probably due to that African sun I was mentioning). I am also using the mask on my chest even though it's for the face.
One question though, you said you use it for 20-30 minutes everyday? Apparently using it for too long could potentially be damaging - Claire Johnston on the Honest Channel has some interesting videos about this.
Do you have the Omnilux clear or contour (the blue light or red light one) I have redness from roasacea and sensitive skin and some acne and I’m debating which one to get.
Red light helped me so much with my ankle joint problem after surgery. Day and night difference.
So glad to hear it! If I ever have joint pain it really helps relieve it as well ❤️
i just randomly stumbled upon this video and i am SO SOLD.
hi Robin , thank you so much, that was great and very interesting. I use a new pair of red light therapy glasses developed by scientists / lighting engineers in the UK which slow the ageing of your eyes if you are 40 and over - you are too young ! so you don't need them (someone in your family might though ) They use 670 nm red light. I have used them for about a year and I have seen an improvement in my colour and nighttime vision. All the best to you.
Robin, thanks for the excellent video! I've been in the business of the science of red light therapy for several years now, but your vid has inspired me to finally buy a mask. Thanks!
So glad to hear it! What sort of work do you do within red light therapy? I can seriously never get enough info :) I'm in love with and amazed by its therapeutic potential!
I work for a young company called PassivaPLT that has developed a new way of delivering photobiomodulation therapy (PBMt): Through a material that converts ambient light (sunlight, etc) to specific red and IR lightwaves and can be added to creams, sunblocks etc. We're in the process of partnering to bring it to market.
I know this sounds like a shameless plug, not my intention, but I'm excited about what we're doing.
@@DougPassivaPLT that’s so awesome!! Love the concept.
Completely different but it reminds me of these solar-energy greenhouses with special glass that only lets blue/green light through (which the plants mostly absorb) and captures other wavelengths to produce energy. Biotech is so cool!! 🌟
Thanks for sharing :)
Its simple. RLT powers the mitochondria in your cells.
I have a red light panel, love it!
YOU WERE NOT LYING!! I bought a cheap one from China (Skingenics was the website) and just using it one time, I could see a difference. The wrinkles between my eyebrows were less apparent and my skin looked way smoother and soothed. Thank you for posting this video!
I have been using the Red Light Mask for two years, but I can honestly say that I have not noticed any visible changes in my skin. However, with the medical red light Wand, the skin changes are immediately noticeable.
Hi, I came over to your channel after watching Dr Dray's video on LED light masks. I've had a currentbody mask for around 18 months but havent been consistent with using it. Watching your enthusiasm and obvious results, which are more than skin deep has spurred me on to start using the mask again and to be consistent with it. So thank you 🤗 I'll be checking out lots more of your videos now too.
That’s great to hear! It really is the type of thing that takes consistent use to benefit from. I would definitely recommend trying a morning meditation in bed 🥰
Thinking if saving for one of these, but concerned it will cause excess facial hair due to red light helping with hair growth
This has been the most helpful video I have seen!
So happy you found it helpful! ❤️
I wore this mask one time and I saw results the next morning! I’m doing this every day now and I’m gonna buy a bed soon
I really enjoyed this video and I am thinking about getting a red light mask myself.
I have been doing simple skin care routine.
Face wash
Vitamin C serum
Lotion
Sunscreen
That sounds like a solid skincare routine, Matt! 👏👏 Simple is definitely best when it comes to skincare. In the past, I’ve messed with my skin barrier by using too many (abrasive) products and now I follow the “less is more” philosophy. :)
Super helpful, watching it for the second time, because I am ready now to actually buy this mask. And I love how you put citations in to the description box. Love the scientific perspective and cant wait to try it myself starting my day with meditation.
Great commitment! Red light therapy has worked for me too!! One comment- the light cannot penetrate as deeply if it is not touching your skin! The masks that wrap around like the one shown here are too far away where they are not molded to your face. Try one that is more molded like a mask, instead of flat.
which one do you recommend?
Yes it does. It doesn't have to touch your skin.
What if your face isn't the same size and shape as the molded ones, it seems like the softer ones would be more likely to have better contact
@@jaynie5974 Light shines. The actual bulbs don't have to touch your face to penetrate the skin. Thats why all the body sized lights you stand in front of still work. As do the Parkinson helmets. Red light penetrates skin very easily!
@@VeronicaMistwhere to get Parkinson’s helmets
I'm very interested in the fact that you use it without washing your face right beforehand (if I'm understanding correctly?). I always worry about it not being effective if I use moisturizer or anything beforehand but if it still works for you first thing waking I think I don't need to worry about that! Thank you for the awesome video :) I've had an Omnilux mask for about half a year. Within a couple uses I considered not getting forehead botox anymore!
Thanks for your question. To clarify (which I did not in the video), I usually have to pee every morning when I wake up and while I am in the bathroom I quickly splash my face with water (not cleanser) just to get any residual skincare off my skin. So I use the mask with pretty “clean” skin.
thank you for clarifying!
This popped up in my feed. I was quite surprised about the mood enhancement. This seems quite intriguing. I'm glad it helps with you waking up. This device should definitely be included in a mega skincare bible of holy grail products.
I tried this for skin. Used it 3 days ago and mood accelerated to be better!!! Then when I found this, this is so relatable. I mean im agreeing her opinion or facts reading from ny exp
So glad you’ve also experienced the mood benefits 🥰
I'm also using the Boost since quite a long time and I love it. I also have the one for the neck and décolleté and I love it. Any of these devices are rather on the pricy side, that's true but from my point of view it is only expensive if you buy it and don't use it.
100% agree! Compared to getting regular red light sessions at a clinic, it’s actually a great price. Considering I bought this over 3 years ago and use it every day, it costs me well under 50 cents a day. ☺️✨
Really informative and to the point! Love your calm demeanor and science info! Great that youtube suggested you! ❤❤❤
Thanks for your supportive words! ❤️ so glad it was informative. ✨
Hi Robin ! ! !
I would like to ask you some things
- Can I use the mask when meditating ?
- Can I use the mask when wake up, and then go for a walk at the park ? or use the mask after the walk at the park ?
- Can I use the mask after I put oil face at night ?
- Can I use the mask if I'm under so much stress ?
Thank you so much ! ! !
Much love ! ! ! 🥰 💜 💜 💜
Great video! Loved the point about mental health benefits you've found from it too :)
5:33 Your left side of the face is naturally smoother than the right... For me, my right side is naturally smoother than left... We all do have such subtle/vivid discrepancies either naturally or simply because one side has more problems/acne.. usually the side we sleep on which leads to fluid retention, less Lymphatic drain and even spread of bacteria on that side. I have given red light masks a good trial and the difference (if any) is not enough to give it any credit like I would to say derma needling. Also, with lights we need to be very cautious because the margin of error is high due to the uncontrolled/undetected nature of home devices. Not the correct wavelength and it may cause hyperpigmentation or be completely useless.
Suggestion if you’re interested: take methylene blue while using red light therapy. They work synergistically and the red light helps drive the methylene blue further into your tissue for increased cell turnover and mitochondrial function.
Thank you!!!
Is this a topical or supplement?
Does the mask also target the under eye area?
Or should I use another device for the under eyes
For those looking for an LED mask, I've been really happy with the Nooance Professional one I purchased. I find it to be the best in the market thus far after using Current Body and others. No, I don't work for them nor do I have anything to gain from this comment.
I can't see it anywhere, will u please send me a link if you can 🫶🏼
Question: what are the differences in benefits between using the red light panel and the red light mask? Thank you for this great video!
red light panels are usually more powerful and cover a greater body area, you can use them for different body areas, tend to be better for aches, sprains, although can still use for the face, check their power output as some panels you want to sit 3 feet away from otherwise too powerful for eyes if up close or wear goggles, mask led's get really close to the skin which is good though some cheap masks their led's are probably not very effective, for red light devices best go for ones which have a reputation, companies which have been around, have good websites and reviews, some of their websites have lots of information, also read reviews online, some of the cheaper products their led's are cheap and they are not very effective
Lady I appreciate the work you did in sharing this information and your experience using the device!
Thank you so much, Joy! ✨ have a bright and beautiful day
Good to see the excellent results you’ve experienced after over 2 years of daily use, great info
Will have to try your first thing in the morning routine. Sometimes I forget in the evening, or just don't "feel" like it. Thanks for the tip! Note: Please keep your eyes closed. LED Light is bad for your eye health. Just google LED light and eye health. Please be careful. Hugs
Thanks for the eye health tip!
I love the “first thing in the morning” routine because it makes waking up a true treat .. gives you an excuse to lay for 10 minutes longer. 🥰
LED as in household LEDs or blue lights are not good. "Blue light or blue-violet light can be damaging to delicate retinal cells deep in the eye." Red Light Therapy has red and Near Infrared light and have improved macular degeneration.
@@seeingyouontube As someone who has had extensive eye problems for 50 years and have spoken to all 4 of my eye doctors about the LED masks, they have ALL advised to keep eyes closed. If you were using it for macular degeneration, it would be under a doctor's care.
@@PreciousMe I always keep my eyes closed. But the problem with your argument is most doctors aren’t familiar with RLT. I’m a retired nurse with a PhD who has focused on healthy lifestyles. When I started fasting and keto diet years ago, I heard health professionals out of ignorance deny these were acceptable practices. Western medicine is very limited. There are medical professionals who are aware of alternate means towards wellness but they are not easy to find and have even been legally sued for speaking outside of the corporation lipspeak in the healthcare monopoly. People are looking for ways to be our best selves and it usually is not found in a pharmaceutical.
@@PreciousMeI bought the laser goggles to wear over my eyes to be safe.
I bought one extra cheap, but changed my mood the first time. Love you! ❤
Honestly... This isn't how they were intended to be used and I'm not recommending it but I sit in front of my plant lights for the same reason. Help me manage my 2020 depression. Good luck out there everybody. 🖖
why not...? isnt it the same thing? and if you get the same wave length of light and the same power (you can always sit in bigger distance from the lights if they are too strong)... it should be basically the same thing...?
Your skin is beautiful in this video. I've started using a couple of red light devices .I think they have helped with a long time wrist pain. Going to try a morning mask.
Please do your latest skincare routine. You have Excellent skin. We sure can learn a lot from you! Thanks for all you do!!
Same! Best device I own. I have NuFace and just purchased the Nira but hands down my LED mask is the best.
Loved this review! I just bought my first Led mask with the sufficient wavelenghts! I wanna say though , the dermaroller you mentioned is very unreliable and creates deeper pitting in out skin than in-office microneedling ❤ Just be careful with that one!
Love from Sweden 🇸🇪
Thank you for your sweet comment! Hope you’ll love your LED mask as much as I love mine.
Re microneedling: You’re absolutely right about being ultra careful with at-home treatments like dermarolling. I have a very careful protocol I follow where everything is sanitized and I do not over-use any single roller. For me personally, dermarolling has done wonders for my skin (clarity and texture) at a fraction of the cost of a microneedling session in a clinic. But I agree it’s something to be very careful with and would advise anyone perusing the comments to do their own research and talk to some professional aestheticians. :)
Love from (currently) California xo
@@TheScienceofSelfCarehi dear! Did you dermaroll your body?
@@ZoeMC369I have done this, yes. :)
@@TheScienceofSelfCarecool! Have you noticed benefits there as well? Been noticing saggy skin on my arms 😅
@@ZoeMC369 i haven’t been very consistent on my body so hard to say. I have noticed tightening in my skin, but I’ve also been walking more. Here’s a great video from Bubz that shows her results of dermarolling on her stomach after pregnancy: th-cam.com/video/ChG8aSvEU6A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6EVUXOkpnClWWDCR
I just came across your channel.. and, having been doing all of this research myself before this, I want to say thank you. The citations and anecdotal evidence are so helpful. Binging your videos.
Hi Kate 👋 welcome to this corner of TH-cam! And thank you so much for the kind words!! It’s so fun to have a community of self-care lovers here online. 🥰
Are there any topics you’ve been especially interested in lately? Always open to new research suggestions.
xo
Robin
It would mean so, so much to me if you could say more about the mask's effect(s) on your mood. I struggle with anxiety and depression, am treated for it, but still don't feel my best. I would like to do everything (that works) that I can to improve my situation.
Hey👋 so I have no way to “measure” my mood but between using a light mask and actually going into a red light sauna regularly, I’ve found that red light makes me feel bright and energized. Not sure how to explain it any better. :) I would recommend finding a gym in your area that has a red light sauna (some gyms do!) and testing it out for a few days!
This way you can assess for yourself how it feels before investing in any red light devices. Everyone’s experience is unique. Beyond gyms, there are also specialized clinics that have red light therapy rooms. Not sure where you live but I’m certain there’s going to be some way to test it out somewhere. ❤️
I am REALLY excited to hear about the mood benefits, and better skin wouldn’t hurt either, lol! I don’t know how I’m going to afford this but I’m definitely investing in one before winter arrives and dealing with SAD.
OOOOOOKAAAAAYYY you sold me! Haha, this was very persuasive and now I have to think about buying one… and yes, it was obvious to me which side was the broken light side.
Yeeee ❤️ 💥 I am pretty freakin happy with it. It does take consistency and patience to reap the benefits though. So it’s most suitable for those who will actually use it veryyy regularly.
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Great video!! I can definitely see a huge difference between the two sides of your face
Thank you! Yes, it was noticeable!
No one cared who I was until i put on the mask
🤣
My friend has been diagnosed with cataracts and apparently exposure to bright sun can accelerate this. Now I'm wondering if the bright red light right next to your eyes can also affect eyes...😮
Low power red light is actually good for the eyes, for example 670 nanometre red light at 8 milliwatts per cm squared for 3 minutes in the morning (what our glasses use, developed by eye scientists in the UK) 20 nm per cm 2 is ok, many masks are this kind of power, check the details on the mask, more powerful panels and lamps like 50 mw/cm2 with wavelengths of 650/750/850 you should sit 3 feet away, if anything seems bright to your eyes use goggles or don't use it, longer wavelengths like 900 plus don't use it for eyes, follow the instructions with the mask or panel, some people are more light sensitive so have to be more careful those with eye medical conditions should get advice from optometrist / doctor first
Does it matter which brand of mask you use? They all range from $100-600 and I’m scared to spend so much on a product that I’m not sure even works because of mixed reviews on red light therapy in general 😢 (I have acne and hyperpigmentation, I also have awful seasonal depression so I could really benefit from something like this if it actually works, I’ve already tried everything else) 😥
I imagine the mixed reviews come from the fact that the cheap ones don't produce the right wavelength of light, but it's still red so people can't tell the difference. The expensive ones seem to universally be beneficial. I'm no expert though, that's just my theory!
My mom paid almost 2,000 on my red light pad and had got it from a clinic and not Amazon.
I just got one from Lifepro and it came with a lifetime warranty.
Ouuuffff super grateful for this video and EXTRA excited to start using my mask religiouslyyyyy!!!!
Thanks for the video!:) I am considering the mask but am so scared about the potential fat loss it can cause after watching The Honest channel discussions let by Claire.. But it is also really annoying because in that chanel they argue that almost any good modality for the skin cause fat loss, such as tretinoin.. Have you seen it? what is your opinion of it? I can see that your face is full, you probably did not lose any fat? may I ask you how old are you as well? since you look very youthfull and your skin looks incredible!:) thank you! ;)
I am 31 and i have not noticed any fat loss at all. I am not sure how it would result in fat loss. Haven’t seen any studies related to that. It’s not radio frequency and it’s not delivering heat deep into the tissue. So I really don’t think you need to be worried about fat loss :)
Dr. Dray has an interesting video discussing that Honest Channel discussion.
I don't see how red light could cause fat loss, even though I'm watching Claire's channel... The LED masks do not generate heat in the skin, which would cause the fat cells to atrophy, so maybe a defective device which was worn everyday for many hours could potentially cause some issues, but if you have a good mask and use it like it's supposed to be used, I don't see how you could have this issue.
You are an inspiration! Thank you for sharing this great video! I subscribed. Straight to the point and relatable. Love the content!😊
Hi Kristena, thank you so much for your kind words! And welcome to this corner of TH-cam 👋❤️ let me know if there are any topics you’d love to see covered on this channel. :) xo Robin
So curious to try this for mood effects, cognitive function and maybe skin improvements haha 😂 Loved this one Robin
Thanks Codey! Just finished 30 days in the infrared sauna and can highly recommend that as well!
@@TheScienceofSelfCare Can you go more into the positive effects on your mood? That is my top priority at this time in my life.
How interesting, I think I may have SAD and really wanted to get red light therapy mask, somehow intuitively I felt it would be good for my mood. Thanks for this, I’m definitely getting it now 😊
Yes I think it’s a great option! When I use it each morning, it’s like the warmth of the sun is shining down on me and I know it’s going to be a great day! ☀️
I would argue that the meditation and walks in nature are probably doing more than the mask
I would highly encourage you to either read the Harvard studies on red light therapy to treat inflammation or the Mayo Clinic’s study of red light therapy and collagen production if you feel that way. I thought it was bs until I read the science behind it. It’s weird but it works.😊
That doesn't explain at 5:42 where the half of her face that received red light exposure was clearer than the half that didn't
Great video! Do you only do red light therapy for your face or also the rest of your body? Would you recommend buying a face mask over a full-body panel for home use?
Great video! I have been reading all of the studies on red light therapy for wound healing and how it increases cell division and the mitochondria energy production of cells. i get a lot of superficial wounds from working outside on my ranch and also have some joint/muscle/tendon pain issues, but i have not had time or money to invest in a red light unit, so I have gone outside with the sun, now that it's just about summer, having very powerful intensity, which also has red light. Yes, even though it appears as white light, the red and far red light/infrared is in there of course. Sunlight has very high lux/lumen values that I'm thinking would far exceed even the artifical units. Since you maximimize vit D synthesis at 3 to 4 minutes of exposure from UV, not the 7 to 8 minutes that they say results in burning, i do not think this will have any DNA damaging or aging effects since I just lay on each side for about 4 minutes. When you exceed 3 to 4 minues the sun actually begins to degrade some of the vitD that has formed according to a Scandivian study i read giving the 3 to 4 minutes time span as optimum. Plus I drink green tea before going out and the polyphenols are known to protect skin against UV-B damage. Then after 5 pm when the long rays of the sun are more predominant (higher in red light compared to blue or UV), then I go out for longer to maximize more red light without any worry of UV at that time. There may some UVA., but i do not think its enough to cause damage or burning. I have noticed incredible healing effects of joint and muscle pain, and my skin looks very smooth and healthy from this sun/red light therapy.
Interesting routine. Thanks for sharing. I try to avoid UV exposure as much as possible because I have very fair skin that burns super easily. Since infrared light is the complete other end of the spectrum and there’s no evidence that red light can be harmful, I feel pretty great basking in A LOT of it whenever I can. My skin loves it.
@@TheScienceofSelfCare I've decided to abandon this routine. Even though they say 3 to 4 minutes is not enough time to burn or damage the skin, I did have some damage since I posted that message. I developed a raised small pimple like growth on my leg that is itchy and looks like some of the sun keratomas I got from years earlier due to over-exposure. So there might have been some DNA damage - no more sun for me! Even after 4 pm when the UV-B is gone, I read there is enough UVA that is known for damaging DNA even though it doesn't cause burning or redness. I'm willing to try the red light therapy alone and take the natural vitamin D from cod liver oil. There are a large group of people who believe your supposed to only get vit D from the sun or at least natural sources like cod liver oil, not the synthetic capsules. However, I do not think they are taking into account that there are some people that are sensitive or notice cell damage (permanent changes are evidence of DNA damage which accelerates aging and has skin cancer risk).
if red light increases cell division isnt that basically a bad thing...? Doesnt it make you age faster...?
@@romannavratilid Yes, that could be the case and I have wondered the same thing myself.
I am curious to know if red light therapy is safe for eyes over time? I’ve always been curious to try, but worried about eye safety!