LED phototherapy, or facial light therapy, improves the condition of the skin through the action of visible light. Long used in practices and clinics, particularly in Japan, it is now available at home with LED masks. It is a painless treatment, with no invasive procedure, that helps keep skin healthy, radiant and fresh.
From the clinic to an at-home ritual
With the growing demand for at-home care in recent years, facial light therapy has left the clinic and found its way into the bathroom. The LED mask has become one of the most popular beauty devices: beauty media regularly feature it in their selections, and the hashtag #ledlighttherapy has more than 350,000 posts on Instagram. As early as 2019, several celebrities, already fans of LED treatments both in salons and at home, shared photos of their light masks on social media, which immediately caught the public's interest.
How does it work?
Light penetrates the different layers of the skin and activates its natural regeneration processes. Each colour corresponds to a wavelength and works in its own way:
- Blue light: fights the bacteria responsible for acne and inflammation
- Green light: helps even out the complexion, fades pigment spots and redness
- Red light: stimulates collagen production and improves blood circulation, for firmer, younger-looking skin
Who is it for?
LED phototherapy suits anyone who wants to:
- Reduce acne and inflammation
- Even out the complexion and fade pigment spots
- Soothe redness and irritation
- Smooth fine lines and improve skin firmness
- Revive a dull complexion and erase signs of fatigue
- Refine skin texture and reduce signs of ageing
Contraindications
Phototherapy is not suitable for everyone. It is not recommended in case of:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- Oncological disease
- Skin infection or inflammation
- Taking photosensitising medication (risk of burns)
- Epilepsy (bright light can trigger a seizure)
- Recent skin treatment (peel, laser): the skin needs time to recover
- Light allergy or increased photosensitivity
If in doubt, ask your doctor for advice before use.