Discover how red and infrared light therapy differ and work together to promote radiant skin, reduce pain, boost circulation, detox, and support overall wellness.
Light therapy offers several benefits that begin at the cellular level. It may support both appearance and general wellness—because beauty is more than skin-deep.
Many users choose this non-invasive approach, hoping for lasting improvements without surgery.
Outwardly, light therapy may smooth skin texture, reduce pore visibility, soften fine lines, and support collagen. Inwardly, the light is absorbed by cells, which can lead to a temporary rise in ATP, the molecule that carries cellular energy.
LED light therapy delivers specific wavelengths of visible light, each proposed for different skin concerns. Over time, sun exposure, aging, and certain skin disorders can impair normal cell renewal.
So why are wellness enthusiasts interested?
Although light therapy has been studied for decades, interest has grown as people look for gentle alternatives to surgery. A lamp or light panel is typically used, and some devices are marketed for home use.
Is light therapy helpful for skin? It may be. Portable red-light panels or masks allow sessions at home, a convenience that appeals to some celebrities and everyday users alike.
Skin absorbs the light, which cells then convert to ATP. This process may encourage quicker cell turnover, support the repair of damaged cells, and, in acne-targeted protocols, help reduce certain bacteria. Potential outcomes include a short-term boost in collagen and elastin synthesis, improved local circulation, and faster tissue recovery. During treatment, you simply rest in front of the LED device.
What else might light therapy be used for? By stimulating ATP, it is being explored for wider physical and mental wellness goals. Exposure to bright light also influences serotonin and melatonin, hormones tied to mood and sleep rhythm.
Home-use LED masks or panels let users schedule sessions without clinic visits, making the practice accessible to a broad audience.
Devices are available for face or full-body application; some people report relief of minor muscle tension or fascial tightness, although evidence is still emerging.
Gwyneth Paltrow notes on goop.com: “Light acts as a mild stressor on the body in a dose-dependent manner… At low levels, stress can be good for us. It conditions our tissues and stimulates endogenous protective responses.”
This information is educational and not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Mayo Clinic overview of light therapy · Search PubMed for light-therapy studies
Kourtney Kardashian has also shared her LED light therapy mask in public, highlighting the device and its possible benefits. She uses both red and blue light treatments, often posting photos of her at-home sessions. She has mentioned combining the routine with retinol and other skin-rejuvenating products.
More celebrities and wellness influencers are now trying full-body light therapy. Jessica Alba, Emma Stone, Chrissy Teigen, Lena Dunham, Kelly Rowland, and Real Housewives of New York City star Carole Radziwill have all spoken about red light therapy.
Several skin-care and wellness brands choose our red light therapy devices. The units are MDASAP-certified and may offer visible results; they are manufactured to meet applicable safety standards. Contact our team for details.
