What LED lighting can do for you

The beneficial effects of light on the body were already recognized by the Greeks, Egyptians, and Hindus, who used light with different wavelengths (chromotherapy) to combat certain illnesses . Hippocrates, considered the father of medicine, also acknowledged the beneficial effects of sunbathing.

This knowledge fell into oblivion until the 18th century, when European doctors demonstrated its advantages applied to different problems.

The first red LED was developed in the US in 1962, but it wasn't until 1988 that its potential effects on cells began to be discussed . The potential of LED light as a medical and aesthetic tool was already emerging, although researchers were unable to generate LED light with a specific wavelength (of a particular color) to achieve concrete clinical objectives.

In the 1990s, American astronaut Scott Kelly and his team were able to create the necessary environmental conditions in space for lettuce to photosynthesize and grow as it would on Earth by irradiating it with different colored LEDs. The resulting salad proved that this technology could stimulate cellular activity, or in other words, aid in the generation and regeneration of tissues.

Each wavelength (color) penetrates to a different depth and acts differently. There are seven colors used for aesthetic purposes: white, red, blue, green, violet, yellow, and turquoise. Today we'll talk about the most common and effective ones:

– Red light: activates cell regeneration and fibroblast metabolism, generating collagen and elastin, thus helping to reduce wrinkles, close pores and prevent aging.

– Blue light: It is ideal for fighting acne as it is able to destroy the bacteria that causes this condition. In addition, it reduces the size of pores, pimples caused by stress or hormonal changes, inflammation and redness, and has a calming effect on hypersensitive skin.

Currently, wrinkles, sagging skin, acne, cellulite, stretch marks, blemishes, and even alopecia have a new, easy-to-use, non-invasive tool that works very well on its own and in conjunction with other technologies such as ultrasound, radiofrequency, microcurrents, or cosmetic active ingredients.

Therefore, at SKINVITY we have decided to invest in the new Silicone Led Mask As our first technological hit, it aims to improve and optimize the functions of other devices already on the market. Thanks to its ergonomic design, it adapts perfectly to the face and neck for comfortable, simple, and highly effective use. You already know us; we strive for excellence. Now all that's left is for you to try it.

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Mar Miñano

PhD Mechanical Engineer. Thesis on modeling skin damage. Contributor to SKINVITY