I purchased a medical grade, full body red light device from Platinum LED in February 2022. I've been using it daily, 2x a day for for 7 months. The benefits are absolutely amazing. I noticed a change in my skin within just a few treatments. It's amazing for recovery after workouts. It's incredibly relaxing and calming. My cats get their daily treatments and absolutely love it. It calms them and puts them to sleep too! The benefits are so numerous I believe everyone should have one in their home.
Thank you for the video. Infrared light and red light are in the same movements, but what makes one red light product better than the other? What are we to look for as consumers in terms of the energy or the strength. Not sure if I’m asking this question correctly. Thank you.
I have been using red-light for 4 years now and I hardly have any lines except when I smile, I soak cotton pads in green tea and place all over my face and leave for 25 minutes. I have a full body panel too and I'm sure it lifts my mood and I sleep better.
Having been using a handheld device (red light and near infrared) for 6 years. Used it on my daughter when she had an ACL repair on her incisions and my son when he had an Achilles’ tendon repair(I’m a RN btw) I have been using it on cuts, injuries the family sustains. Would highly recommend.
Hi Clare, this is the first video of yours I have watched and I was thoroughly impressed. I have watched MANY videos as well as read books/articles on red light therapy and this is the clearest, most succinct explanation I have heard to date. As you said, Dr. Xu does an excellent job of taking this complex subject and making it very easy to understand. Thank you so much and I am subscribing to your channel based solely on the quality of this video. 🤩
I have been using Novothor once a week for 15 minutes each at a local health clinic where I live. My experience with it is the same as what Dr Qian describes. There is an invigorating sense of well being I experience overall with an increase of circulation. I have healthy skin to begin with so it is hard to assess improvements. But if it can maintain collagen levels and a youthful appearance then it is a definite bonus. Only time will tell. I highly recommend Novothor. It is very relaxing.
I use the mito red light therapy lights and interestingly I've noticed that the red light is helping get rid of the fungus on my toe nails. I was very surprised because I wasn't using it for that purpose. I'm beginning to see pink on my toe nails after years of trying to get rid of the fungus. Another thing I noticed was that I had a wart on my wrist and began to notice that the wart is disappearing. So, if the red light is doing that, there is definitely something happening to the rest of my body. I use the red light to help my hair grow, and have not necessarily noticed a change, but I feel that the skin around my belly is tightening. I have been on red light for about six weeks, so I'm going to keep the daily routine of 10 minutes a day. Something is definitely happening even if it is gradual.
@@gia-144 I use the mito red light panel that has both: red and near infrared. But, I do want to say that I have also used a vibration pad (the kind you stand on and shakes your whole body. Lol!) The type you get on Amazon. Don't know if that's making a difference.?? I had purchased this exercise gadget a couple of years ago and stopped using it. Then, I watched a video explaining how these can help people with osteoporosis. I don't have that, but I'm 63 and want to keep my bones strong. So, I wonder if using this for 10 minutes then the red light is helping with the belly skin tightening. I don't know for sure, but I'll tell you what, I will keep doing it.
Great interview. It’s the best explanation I’ve heard of red light therapy. Looking forward to the next interview. I’m a new subscriber and really appreciate your channel! Thank you!
I have a red light unit, it's the best item I have purchased. I use it for various problems, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, any injuries and any skin problems and of course hair loss. I also encourage my family to use it. Thanks Clare for another very informative item.🤗😊
@@susannataylor5101 Sorry not replied sooner. The red light unit I purchased is the Helios Red Light Therapy Device..Helios 600, half body unit. Wavelength 660nn &850nn
I have used red light every day for twenty minutes every single day for over a year, and the results are excellent. I wake up around six am, exercise, shower, and then use my red light treatment. According to the manufacturer, you can use it every day because using the home treatment once a week would not make a difference; you might as well not bother. It is almost like going to the gym once a week and expecting to have a toned body; it's simply not going to happen.
I have used the HAIRMAX brand red light headband for 2 years now. It took six months of consistent use to see results. My dermatologist had recommended for my androgenic alopecia. His office also sells an helmet of I think it’s called I Restore. Do research on all devices. They aren’t made equally. Dr. Xi stated the strength of the light necessary. And check how many bulbs.
Thank you for your comment because i am looking for a hair growth device, right now. I live in Greece and my options are a bit limited. What model of Hairmax headband do you use and how often? Same problem too. Dr Xi has a TH-cam channel?
@@herakleiaandreadis1808 I use the HAIRMAX 82 head band. HAIRMAX says it takes as little as 3 mins every other day for that device. But isn’t as quite as powerful as the one my dermatologist sells. So the dermatologist suggested I use it longer. I use it as much as 6 min every other day. I like it because it has combs that part the hair and then the light can get right to your scalp. I started off with their comb because it was less expensive. But when I saw it worked I up graded because I thought I am in this for the long haul. I also started using minoxidil foam. I wanted to try everything possible. I’m considering using an oral medication also. The dermatologist told me using multiple proven modes to increase hair growth is the best approach. I have been diagnosed with androgenic alopecia. Not everything works for every person or on every type of alopecia. For instance if the hair follicles have been scarred and can’t produce hair nothing will make hair grow. Example if say you see a person and you can see their scalp and it is smooth and shiny. no hair will grow out of a follicle because they are let’s say dead. Do your research and don’t just listen to someone trying to sell something. An unbiased scientific opinion with nothing to gain. All the best.
@@mamacitabrady2856 I am guessing your dermatologist sells the top of the I Restore line. The expensive one. They don't have distribution in European market , so my best choice is probably something from Hairmax. Have you checked your thyroid recently? If your brows are thinning too , most often the thyroid hormone levels are low. Do you wash your hair daily ? I am asking because Minoxidil foam is a bit of a deal breaker 😄for a good hair day for me. If i put the foam at night , the next day my hair are a mess. And oral therapy like Finasteride is something i am thinking also. Thank you for answering me. You helped a lot ! Best wishes for amazing growth 😄🌾🌱🌿🌾
I had the same issue with my hair after covid and can say that the red light has made my hair SO THICK, red light is amazing for so mat things, I'm hooked!
Have you been shining directly onto your head for this? I've had a device for a few weeks (mainly for cellular energy) and shine it on my face and chest mostly because of the energising effect but not sure if that would affect my hair too?
I have seen a lot of improvement in my 54 year old skin. You have to be very consistent. I started with a mask, but moved to the Kala Pro. Also research using green tea (applied to the face) with red light. It really does boost the effects.
Very interesting video and I totally agree with you on how Dr Qian helps us understand such a complicated topic in her very clever way of explanation. I have seen many TH-camrs who are not skin of colour, rave about red light mask helping their skin but I am curious if it will help people with skin of colour? I did also see some people with fair skin raising concern about red light causing pigmentations as well. I see that Dr Qian is Asian and skin of colour like myself. Have you ever asked her this question about red light worsening or causing pigmentation before? Thank you.
So glad you found the video helpful. I haven't asked her about pigmentation but I'm happy to say Dr Qian will be doing more videos with me so I will suggest to her that we do something looking specifically at pigmentation, including causes and how this can vary according to skin colour. I know she is a very passionate advocate of red light therapy and uses it herself so I think she would have mentioned if there had been an increased risk of pigmentation but we will have that conversation on the channel, I promise : )
Hi Claire, many thanks for your video, very helpful again :). Could you also discuss next week how red light therapy affects Melasma and cellulite, and is the blue light safe please?
Hi Karolina. I’ve already filmed part 2 of the Dr Qian interview but the good news is she’ll be coming back so I can ask her about blue light next time - and I can also do a video on cellulite
Very interesting, thank you . I have Ben using the CurrentBody Face mask for 9 months on a regulär Basis . I was on Holiday Last year and did. Not take ist with me and that is when I noticed a difference for the worse !
I’ve been using my mask regularly since speaking to Dr Qian. I think it takes quite a long time to see a difference, but it’s very relaxing meanwhile 😁
I’ve been using LED current body mask for the past four months plus using maysama serum. I ‘ m 62 in a few days . And I have noticed my complexion is much more clearer, healthier and fine lines are much better. I use it five times a week 10 minutes a day. Money well spent.
That's great to hear. I have another discussion on recommended frequency of use for red light coming up with Dr Qian that you should keep an eye out for. Five times a week long-term may be a bit too frequent. It might be safer to work in cycles where you use it on and off so you're giving your skin a rest.
Nice to hear someone mention nice results using Maysama serum with their red light device. I just started including it in my red light routine. My skin is looking better as well. If only I could be a little more consistent, I think the results would be great!
This doctor has a clinic where she uses a professional machine so didn’t recommend a specific home device as they are not going to be nearly as powerful. A lot of the higher spec face masks are similar though and I have shared a link to a couple of recommended ones on the video description.
In all honesty I just can't be sure. I think when used moderately then it's unlikely to have a significant impact, and I have had people who have lost facial fat with RF treatments report that it has helped them.
Hi Clare, Its the second videos i watched in your channel regarding red light, What about scar in the face, can the scar be diminished by the red light? Thank you so much for the video.
I think the studies around this are quite limited but there is some evidence that red light could help improve scarring, particularly anecdotal evidence. I can’t vouch for that though. This is a link to a more recent study pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33788987/
Hi Clare, nice video. I’ve been researching red light therapy but I couldn’t find anything on whether it affects hyper pigmentation. I found a comment on one site from a lady that said it had made her pigmentation worse. Also, I heard that some eye specialists in the US are using red light therapy for the treatment of dry eye disease. Perhaps you can discuss these points with Dr. Xu next time. Thanks in advance.
Hi Margaret. Red laser is the gold standard for removing age spots but red light should not make skin pigmentation worse, particularly if used within guidelines. If it’s just an anecdotal comment I wouldn’t give that much weight. Red light is a very commonly used therapy so we would be hearing more about it if that was a big issue. I did find one interesting article though suggesting dermatologists have noted a flaring up of pigmentation conditions with use of infrared saunas www.wellandgood.com/good-light-bad-light-for-skin-health/
in the book The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy page 63 research by a Harvard Prof have found amongst other benefits Red and Near infra Light Therapy quote "reduce colour patches, hyperpigmentation, and skin discolouration"
Hi! Have you been using it? Have you noticed a difference in the quality of your skin or other side effects? Are you using the near infrared the way she recommends?
Hi Claire, it’s great video. Thank you. I would like ask you about CACI treatment. Have you heard about it? Could you please do some search for it as well? I am investigating it but the information I have found is limited and more or less same but it seems very good for skin 🤔 thank you ☺️
I have purchased a small handheld unit that has red green and blue lights you can use them separately. But you can also use them all at once. It also says that it has infrared light. I wonder if this can give the same kind of benefits as just using the red light? So glad that I've been reading more about the RF because I was going to purchase one of those. Thank you for your really informative Channel
Hi again! Does the heat lead to fat loss in the face? I remember another interview you did where over 40 degrees or even over body temperature would lead to fat loss so thought I'd ask! Thank you
@@thehonestchannel thank you! Your chanel and your interviews are so refreshing and helpful. I have learned so much new from your videos! Please keep going :)
Hi Lily. Part 2 of my interview has already been recorded but if you have a red light panel then you should follow the manufacturer guidelines on distance as they will vary from product to product depending on whether they use near infrared etc.
I've spoken about fat loss linked to clinical skin-tightening treatments a lot on this channel so you might want to take a look at some of those videos specifically. That said, I have not seen red light therapy linked with fat loss - those reports usually relate to more intensive treatments like radio frequency and ultrasound which target deeper layers of the skin. If you've seen evidence of fat loss relating to red light do let me know.
And it doesn’t reach the fat layer of the skin? That is my biggest concern. She says radio frequency or microwaves are safe but they reached my fat pads and I had loss of fat around the eyes and on the sides of my face which was not good. The explanation is supposedly that this dermatologist who did it to me did it for too long and she essentially heated up my skin way too much. I don’t like even talking about it anymore. The red light therapy sounds gentle enough but I want to make 100% sure.
She’s only talking about light wavelengths here not radio frequency so she is saying red light is believed to be safe when it comes to fat loss. RF most definitely reaches the fat pads and I’m so sorry to hear you’ve had that experience. I have a few viewers who are reporting good results with Adipeau. Have you seen my interview with the founder on fat restoration?
@@thehonestchannel Do you happen to know of a LED mask that uses only the low level infrared as she recommends? None of them seem to indicate if it’s infrared or the lower infrared.
@@Lulu-kt6gr Sorry, I’m not that familiar with the individual specs. I agree it would be helpful if manufacturers gave more information about the infrared levels.
great video with Dr Qian Xu thanks so much fascinating subject, I love my panel it is so healing for muscle fatigue and myalgia I use it foe 3/5 mins each area, but you can have too much less is more overdoing red light therapy can decrease effect and how close you are to the panel regulates the time spent using it, drink water before and after use, a good read for lots of info is The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy by Ari Whitten
@@thehonestchannel Care lamps p150, felt a bit rough after the first few goes that was my healing kicking in, they are so beneficial, would love a full body one, they do get a bit heavy though x
I got a red light lamp do I need goggles to protect eyes? It is 660nm and 850 nm near infrared i can switch the from the 660nm red therapy to the 850nm and its 54W do i need to use eye protection?.
I'm about to publish a debate on red light in which we discuss safety so keep an eye out for that one. We're just editing it so it should be ready by Sunday/Monday.
I have read by users of these devices and come across a science paper that near Infrared can cause hyperpigmentation. Have you had this experience too?
I feel like Dr. Xu contradicts herself when she states if using RLT for skin rejuvenation you will be quite disappointed, and then later states that it is never a bad thing and and it is so safe that it's never a bad thing to have them (RLT masks) at home.🤷♀
I think what she means is you won’t see fast visible anti-aging results with a mask, they come with time but you can enjoy the anti-inflammatory and cell energising benefits.
Hi Angela. Dr Qian did mean cms as she was talking about its potential for deep tissue penetration. That would only be possible through some of the more powerful technology currently on the market. For most at-home masks you are talking about mms as you say.
@@thehonestchannel Thank you for your helpful response! Do you know why the Dr said that powerful, in-office devices will cause dehydration if used too much ("all day")?
I think because the warming of our cells will inevitably cause a bit of fluid loss. I would imagine that even after a 20-minute red light session the practitioner would suggest you drink a glass of water to replace any lost fluid.
@@justStardust940 Because near infrared can penetrate beneath the skin. This article summarises the research very clearly www.vielight.com/can-light-penetrate-the-skull/
I purchased a medical grade, full body red light device from Platinum LED in February 2022. I've been using it daily, 2x a day for for 7 months. The benefits are absolutely amazing. I noticed a change in my skin within just a few treatments. It's amazing for recovery after workouts. It's incredibly relaxing and calming. My cats get their daily treatments and absolutely love it. It calms them and puts them to sleep too! The benefits are so numerous I believe everyone should have one in their home.
That is so good to hear. You make me want to buy one!
Can you provide a link to where you bought it? Thank You!
How do you protect the cats eyes?
Thank you for the video. Infrared light and red light are in the same movements, but what makes one red light product better than the other? What are we to look for as consumers in terms of the energy or the strength. Not sure if I’m asking this question correctly. Thank you.
I have been using red-light for 4 years now and I hardly have any lines except when I smile, I soak cotton pads in green tea and place all over my face and leave for 25 minutes. I have a full body panel too and I'm sure it lifts my mood and I sleep better.
Thanks for sharing your experience! Great to hear.
and you're 18 years old???
Which brands do you use?
Having been using a handheld device (red light and near infrared) for 6 years. Used it on my daughter when she had an ACL repair on her incisions and my son when he had an Achilles’ tendon repair(I’m a RN btw) I have been using it on cuts, injuries the family sustains. Would highly recommend.
Great to hear!
Just ordered the biomax 900. $1100 but full body and 4 different wavelengths (?)
Hello! Which brand do you recommend for the hand held near infrared/red light device, if you would be so kind as to share? Thank you!Anna
@@jamesdempsey5702 How'd you do with the Red Light Therapy?
Hi Clare, this is the first video of yours I have watched and I was thoroughly impressed. I have watched MANY videos as well as read books/articles on red light therapy and this is the clearest, most succinct explanation I have heard to date. As you said, Dr. Xu does an excellent job of taking this complex subject and making it very easy to understand. Thank you so much and I am subscribing to your channel based solely on the quality of this video. 🤩
That’s great to hear and I’m so glad you found this helpful ❤️
I have been using Novothor once a week for 15 minutes each at a local health clinic where I live. My experience with it is the same as what Dr Qian describes. There is an invigorating sense of well being I experience overall with an increase of circulation. I have healthy skin to begin with so it is hard to assess improvements. But if it can maintain collagen levels and a youthful appearance then it is a definite bonus. Only time will tell. I highly recommend Novothor. It is very relaxing.
I use the mito red light therapy lights and interestingly I've noticed that the red light is helping get rid of the fungus on my toe nails. I was very surprised because I wasn't using it for that purpose. I'm beginning to see pink on my toe nails after years of trying to get rid of the fungus. Another thing I noticed was that I had a wart on my wrist and began to notice that the wart is disappearing. So, if the red light is doing that, there is definitely something happening to the rest of my body. I use the red light to help my hair grow, and have not necessarily noticed a change, but I feel that the skin around my belly is tightening. I have been on red light for about six weeks, so I'm going to keep the daily routine of 10 minutes a day. Something is definitely happening even if it is gradual.
That’s really interesting and encouraging to hear!
For the Mito red light, do you use the red light or near infrared light for your stomach?
Thx!
@@gia-144 I use the mito red light panel that has both: red and near infrared. But, I do want to say that I have also used a vibration pad (the kind you stand on and shakes your whole body. Lol!) The type you get on Amazon. Don't know if that's making a difference.?? I had purchased this exercise gadget a couple of years ago and stopped using it. Then, I watched a video explaining how these can help people with osteoporosis. I don't have that, but I'm 63 and want to keep my bones strong. So, I wonder if using this for 10 minutes then the red light is helping with the belly skin tightening. I don't know for sure, but I'll tell you what, I will keep doing it.
You look genuine and authentic. Love your honesty. Thank you!
Thank YOU! 😊🙏
Great interview. It’s the best explanation I’ve heard of red light therapy. Looking forward to the next interview. I’m a new subscriber and really appreciate your channel! Thank you!
Great to have you as a subscriber 💐 So glad you found the interview helpful.
I have a red light unit, it's the best item I have purchased. I use it for various problems, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, any injuries and any skin problems and of course hair loss. I also encourage my family to use it. Thanks Clare for another very informative item.🤗😊
Thanks for watching and sharing your positive experience!
Hi, Can you share which panel you bought. Many thanks
That's interesting to know. Which unit do you use?
@@susannataylor5101 Sorry not replied sooner. The red light unit I purchased is the
Helios Red Light Therapy Device..Helios 600, half body unit. Wavelength 660nn &850nn
@@davidsotir4318 The red light unit is Helios 600 red light therapy unit. Half body. Wavelength 660nn &850nn Hope this helps
Loved this video Clare and look forward to the update from Dr Xu next week! 🙂
Thanks Val! So glad you enjoyed it.
I have used red light every day for twenty minutes every single day for over a year, and the results are excellent. I wake up around six am, exercise, shower, and then use my red light treatment. According to the manufacturer, you can use it every day because using the home treatment once a week would not make a difference; you might as well not bother. It is almost like going to the gym once a week and expecting to have a toned body; it's simply not going to happen.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
@@thehonestchannel
No problem.
I have used the HAIRMAX brand red light headband for 2 years now. It took six months of consistent use to see results. My dermatologist had recommended for my androgenic alopecia. His office also sells an helmet of I think it’s called I Restore. Do research on all devices. They aren’t made equally. Dr. Xi stated the strength of the light necessary. And check how many bulbs.
Thank you for your comment because i am looking for a hair growth device, right now. I live in Greece and my options are a bit limited. What model of Hairmax headband do you use and how often? Same problem too. Dr Xi has a TH-cam channel?
@@herakleiaandreadis1808 I use the HAIRMAX 82 head band. HAIRMAX says it takes as little as 3 mins every other day for that device. But isn’t as quite as powerful as the one my dermatologist sells. So the dermatologist suggested I use it longer. I use it as much as 6 min every other day. I like it because it has combs that part the hair and then the light can get right to your scalp. I started off with their comb because it was less expensive. But when I saw it worked I up graded because I thought I am in this for the long haul. I also started using minoxidil foam. I wanted to try everything possible. I’m considering using an oral medication also. The dermatologist told me using multiple proven modes to increase hair growth is the best approach. I have been diagnosed with androgenic alopecia. Not everything works for every person or on every type of alopecia. For instance if the hair follicles have been scarred and can’t produce hair nothing will make hair grow. Example if say you see a person and you can see their scalp and it is smooth and shiny. no hair will grow out of a follicle because they are let’s say dead. Do your research and don’t just listen to someone trying to sell something. An unbiased scientific opinion with nothing to gain. All the best.
Oh I also use on my eyebrows!
@@mamacitabrady2856 I am guessing your dermatologist sells the top of the I Restore line. The expensive one. They don't have distribution in European market , so my best choice is probably something from Hairmax. Have you checked your thyroid recently? If your brows are thinning too , most often the thyroid hormone levels are low. Do you wash your hair daily ? I am asking because Minoxidil foam is a bit of a deal breaker 😄for a good hair day for me. If i put the foam at night , the next day my hair are a mess. And oral therapy like Finasteride is something i am thinking also. Thank you for answering me. You helped a lot ! Best wishes for amazing growth 😄🌾🌱🌿🌾
I had the same issue with my hair after covid and can say that the red light has made my hair SO THICK, red light is amazing for so mat things, I'm hooked!
That’s great to hear!
Have you been shining directly onto your head for this? I've had a device for a few weeks (mainly for cellular energy) and shine it on my face and chest mostly because of the energising effect but not sure if that would affect my hair too?
This is an excellent series! Thank you Claire!
So glad you’re finding it helpful!
I have seen a lot of improvement in my 54 year old skin. You have to be very consistent. I started with a mask, but moved to the Kala Pro.
Also research using green tea (applied to the face) with red light. It really does boost the effects.
I’ll look into that, thanks. I know green tea generally has wonderful antioxidative effects so that sounds like an interesting combo!
Which brand of mask worked for you?
Very interesting video and I totally agree with you on how Dr Qian helps us understand such a complicated topic in her very clever way of explanation. I have seen many TH-camrs who are not skin of colour, rave about red light mask helping their skin but I am curious if it will help people with skin of colour? I did also see some people with fair skin raising concern about red light causing pigmentations as well. I see that Dr Qian is Asian and skin of colour like myself. Have you ever asked her this question about red light worsening or causing pigmentation before? Thank you.
So glad you found the video helpful.
I haven't asked her about pigmentation but I'm happy to say Dr Qian will be doing more videos with me so I will suggest to her that we do something looking specifically at pigmentation, including causes and how this can vary according to skin colour.
I know she is a very passionate advocate of red light therapy and uses it herself so I think she would have mentioned if there had been an increased risk of pigmentation but we will have that conversation on the channel, I promise : )
@@thehonestchannel Thank you kindly. 🥰
Does the red light cause fat loss in the face the way it does on the body?
I will include this question in an upcoming debate on red light
Soooo interesting and actually understandable. You are delivering great informative & instructivd content. Huge thanks. ❤️
Thank you Liz! That’s great to hear.
Hi Claire, many thanks for your video, very helpful again :). Could you also discuss next week how red light therapy affects Melasma and cellulite, and is the blue light safe please?
Hi Karolina. I’ve already filmed part 2 of the Dr Qian interview but the good news is she’ll be coming back so I can ask her about blue light next time - and I can also do a video on cellulite
studies have found red near infrared light can reduce cellulite, adding massage skin brushing enhances the effect
Please give some information on fertility and red / infrared light
Thanks
Very interesting, thank you .
I have Ben using the CurrentBody Face mask for 9 months on a regulär Basis .
I was on Holiday Last year and did. Not take ist with me and that is when I noticed a difference for the worse !
I’ve been using my mask regularly since speaking to Dr Qian. I think it takes quite a long time to see a difference, but it’s very relaxing meanwhile 😁
@@thehonestchannel hi! 8 months on are you noticing any differences? :)
I’ve been using LED current body mask for the past four months plus using maysama serum. I ‘ m 62 in a few days . And I have noticed my complexion is much more clearer, healthier and fine lines are much better. I use it five times a week 10 minutes a day. Money well spent.
That's great to hear. I have another discussion on recommended frequency of use for red light coming up with Dr Qian that you should keep an eye out for. Five times a week long-term may be a bit too frequent. It might be safer to work in cycles where you use it on and off so you're giving your skin a rest.
I have the Maysama but it's sticky and brown. Do you wipe it off afterwards?
@@debpalm8667 no you do not wipe it off. You let it dry before you use your LED mask
Nice to hear someone mention nice results using Maysama serum with their red light device. I just started including it in my red light routine. My skin is looking better as well. If only I could be a little more consistent, I think the results would be great!
Very interesting. Can't wait for next week!
Great video Clare, looking forward to the next instalment.
Hi Clare! Thank you for such informative videos! Will you be covering the LYMA laser anytime soon? I’m curious if it causes fat loss in the face.
Any heat based laser does. Wish I’d know sooner.
Please , did she mention which is best type I can buy for home? Thanks
This doctor has a clinic where she uses a professional machine so didn’t recommend a specific home device as they are not going to be nearly as powerful. A lot of the higher spec face masks are similar though and I have shared a link to a couple of recommended ones on the video description.
Hi, through your research, do you think red light therapy could cause facial fat loss? It seems to be used for fat loss on the body. Thank you.
In all honesty I just can't be sure. I think when used moderately then it's unlikely to have a significant impact, and I have had people who have lost facial fat with RF treatments report that it has helped them.
Hi Clare,
Its the second videos i watched in your channel regarding red light,
What about scar in the face, can the scar be diminished by the red light?
Thank you so much for the video.
I think the studies around this are quite limited but there is some evidence that red light could help improve scarring, particularly anecdotal evidence. I can’t vouch for that though. This is a link to a more recent study pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33788987/
@@thehonestchannel thank you for the answer
@@thehonestchannel which supplier would you advice to get one, Ive seen three suggestions on the video description, or all of them are equal?
Hi Clare, nice video. I’ve been researching red light therapy but I couldn’t find anything on whether it affects hyper pigmentation. I found a comment on one site from a lady that said it had made her pigmentation worse. Also, I heard that some eye specialists in the US are using red light therapy for the treatment of dry eye disease. Perhaps you can discuss these points with Dr. Xu next time. Thanks in advance.
Hi Margaret. Red laser is the gold standard for removing age spots but red light should not make skin pigmentation worse, particularly if used within guidelines. If it’s just an anecdotal comment I wouldn’t give that much weight. Red light is a very commonly used therapy so we would be hearing more about it if that was a big issue.
I did find one interesting article though suggesting dermatologists have noted a flaring up of pigmentation conditions with use of infrared saunas www.wellandgood.com/good-light-bad-light-for-skin-health/
in the book The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy page 63 research by a Harvard Prof have found amongst other benefits Red and Near infra Light Therapy quote "reduce colour patches, hyperpigmentation, and skin discolouration"
@@jennybolter1102 Thanks Jenny.
i did develop pigmentation from using red light therapy however it's because I was putting it too close to my face! So heed the guidelines there :)
Hi! Have you been using it? Have you noticed a difference in the quality of your skin or other side effects? Are you using the near infrared the way she recommends?
Another great informative video 🙏
Thanks Michelle!
Fascinating - Thank you
If I do more than 10 minutes of red light therapy I am extremely fatigued & cannot function. But 10 minute daily sessions make me feel amazing. 🤷🏻♀️
Wow, I wonder what it is that makes you feel fatigued after 10 minutes?
Hi Claire, it’s great video. Thank you. I would like ask you about CACI treatment. Have you heard about it? Could you please do some search for it as well? I am investigating it but the information I have found is limited and more or less same but it seems very good for skin 🤔 thank you ☺️
Thanks Mel. I’ve not tried CACI but it looks interesting. I will add it to my list of things to explore! Thanks for the suggestion
@@thehonestchannel Thank you so much, as always 🥰😘🍀
I have purchased a small handheld unit that has red green and blue lights you can use them separately. But you can also use them all at once. It also says that it has infrared light. I wonder if this can give the same kind of benefits as just using the red light? So glad that I've been reading more about the RF because I was going to purchase one of those. Thank you for your really informative Channel
Hi
How can we use red light therapy for hair regrowth ?
I believe there have been some studies suggesting it has good potential for hair regrowth. I’ll try to look at this in more depth on the channel
Hi again! Does the heat lead to fat loss in the face? I remember another interview you did where over 40 degrees or even over body temperature would lead to fat loss so thought I'd ask! Thank you
There are a lot of unknowns but red light is not heating your skin to the same temperatures or depths as RF etc.
I have the same question but I think she said NEAR infrared won’t cause fat loss bc it doesn’t heat to high temps.
@@illuminata8097 Were you using it with green tea? I am hearing that that is key to absorbing the free radicals that happen.
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Did you mean green light or green tea?
@@Lulu-kt6gr how do you a[ply the green tea?
Is red light safe for the eyes? Or do I have to wear sun glasses?
Usually to be on the safe side you wear goggles or most face masks have cut outs around the eyes.
@@thehonestchannel thank you! Your chanel and your interviews are so refreshing and helpful. I have learned so much new from your videos! Please keep going :)
@@Claireparfait That means a lot. Thank you 😊
Should we be using both red light and nir for skin health or just red light?
The Novothor machine that Dr Qian uses in her clinic uses both. They have their different benefits and it’s common to combine them.
Time. Like how much minute we have to spend time in red light
Can you ask about red light panel? Putting it far away from your skin comparing to the facemask, would that work?
Hi Lily. Part 2 of my interview has already been recorded but if you have a red light panel then you should follow the manufacturer guidelines on distance as they will vary from product to product depending on whether they use near infrared etc.
Can we use LED flood light on face which is used to light the buildings outdoors ? Are they same
No, they’re not the same. Different lights have different wavelengths.
I herd about fat lost because of using red light on face and neck.What can you say about this?
I've spoken about fat loss linked to clinical skin-tightening treatments a lot on this channel so you might want to take a look at some of those videos specifically.
That said, I have not seen red light therapy linked with fat loss - those reports usually relate to more intensive treatments like radio frequency and ultrasound which target deeper layers of the skin. If you've seen evidence of fat loss relating to red light do let me know.
Can it harm the eyes if it is too bright ?
Most at-home masks will have the eye area cut out and you would wear goggles is using a clinical bed.
And it doesn’t reach the fat layer of the skin? That is my biggest concern. She says radio frequency or microwaves are safe but they reached my fat pads and I had loss of fat around the eyes and on the sides of my face which was not good. The explanation is supposedly that this dermatologist who did it to me did it for too long and she essentially heated up my skin way too much. I don’t like even talking about it anymore. The red light therapy sounds gentle enough but I want to make 100% sure.
She’s only talking about light wavelengths here not radio frequency so she is saying red light is believed to be safe when it comes to fat loss. RF most definitely reaches the fat pads and I’m so sorry to hear you’ve had that experience.
I have a few viewers who are reporting good results with Adipeau. Have you seen my interview with the founder on fat restoration?
@@thehonestchannel yes thank you. I ordered Adipeau.
@@thehonestchannel Do you happen to know of a LED mask that uses only the low level infrared as she recommends? None of them seem to indicate if it’s infrared or the lower infrared.
@@Lulu-kt6gr Do let me know how you get on with it 🤞
@@Lulu-kt6gr Sorry, I’m not that familiar with the individual specs. I agree it would be helpful if manufacturers gave more information about the infrared levels.
great video with Dr Qian Xu thanks so much fascinating subject, I love my panel it is so healing for muscle fatigue and myalgia I use it foe 3/5 mins each area, but you can have too much less is more overdoing red light therapy can decrease effect and how close you are to the panel regulates the time spent using it, drink water before and after use, a good read for lots of info is The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy by Ari Whitten
Thanks so much for sharing that Jenny. Which panel do you use?
@@thehonestchannel Care lamps p150, felt a bit rough after the first few goes that was my healing kicking in, they are so beneficial, would love a full body one, they do get a bit heavy though x
I got a red light lamp do I need goggles to protect eyes? It is 660nm and 850 nm near infrared i can switch the from the 660nm red therapy to the 850nm and its 54W do i need to use eye protection?.
I would just to be sure, yes.
Are there any research being done with red light therapy and skin cancer?
I'm about to publish a debate on red light in which we discuss safety so keep an eye out for that one. We're just editing it so it should be ready by Sunday/Monday.
@@thehonestchannel actually my question was not about safety but as a healing/prevention of skin cancer cells growth. Thank you for replying 😃
I have read by users of these devices and come across a science paper that near Infrared can cause hyperpigmentation. Have you had this experience too?
It’s not something I’ve noticed but I would imagine the risk might vary depending on skin type.
@@thehonestchannel Thank you v much for your speedy reply! :)
I feel like Dr. Xu contradicts herself when she states if using RLT for skin rejuvenation you will be quite disappointed, and then later states that it is never a bad thing and and it is so safe that it's never a bad thing to have them (RLT masks) at home.🤷♀
I think what she means is you won’t see fast visible anti-aging results with a mask, they come with time but you can enjoy the anti-inflammatory and cell energising benefits.
16:14. she said 3-4 cms penetration into skin. i think she means mm.
Hi Angela. Dr Qian did mean cms as she was talking about its potential for deep tissue penetration. That would only be possible through some of the more powerful technology currently on the market. For most at-home masks you are talking about mms as you say.
@@thehonestchannel Thank you for your helpful response! Do you know why the Dr said that powerful, in-office devices will cause dehydration if used too much ("all day")?
I think because the warming of our cells will inevitably cause a bit of fluid loss. I would imagine that even after a 20-minute red light session the practitioner would suggest you drink a glass of water to replace any lost fluid.
@@thehonestchannel but how could she have meant 3-4 cms into the skin if skin is at most 4 mm?
@@justStardust940 Because near infrared can penetrate beneath the skin. This article summarises the research very clearly www.vielight.com/can-light-penetrate-the-skull/