Q. HOW DOES LED LIGHT THERAPY WORK?
LED lights emit electromagnetic waves at different wavelengths which penetrate the skin, provide energy to the cells and in turn that promotes cellular metabolism. As the individual lights of LED penetrate the subcutaneous tissue, they energise the mitochondria in your cells causing them to produce more Adenosine triphosphate which increases cell production. They also improved the micro-circulation of blood, which stimulates new collagen and elastin growth.
Q. WHAT DOES LED LIGHT THERAPY (PHOTO REJUVENATION) DO?
LED therapy visibly decreases acne (by the anti-bacterial effect of blue light), pigmentation, age spots and blemishes, coarse skin and a dull complexion.
It also assists in reducing enlarged pores, fine lines, and rosacea. Infrared light also helps wound healing.
Q. ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS TO LED LIGHT THERAPY?
No. This is a completely safe treatment although we do need to know about any other treatments that you may have had recently to make sure that we are not over-treating your skin.
Q. WHAT ARE THE CONTRAINDICATIONS?
We will need doctor’s approval to treat you if you are on steroid or cortisone injections, are pregnant or have epilepsy.
Q. HOW LONG IS AN LED LIGHT THERAPY TREATMENT?
Using our advanced and powerful LED equipment treatments range from 15-30 minutes.
Q. HOW MANY LED LIGHT THERAPY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
LED provides cumulative results and depending on the skin condition you wish to address we recommend a course of 10 treatments. LED is also a great maintenance treatment to keep your skin healthy and to deter the effects of ageing.
Clients with aggressive acne may need two treatments a week but most other conditions we recommend between one and four treatments every four weeks.
Q. HOW SOON WILL I SEE RESULTS FROM LED LIGHT THERAPY TREATMENT?
Some people see results after their first treatment while others see a visible difference after 2-3 treatments.
A course of 6-10 is recommended.
Q. HOW LONG WILL THE RESULTS FROM LED LIGHT THERAPY TREATMENT LAST?
It is important to think of maintaining your skin in the same way as you maintain your hair.
It will need regular attention, the use of good home care products and to look good needs regular attention.
Plan for a monthly LED as part of your skin regime.
This is a relaxing treatment and you deserve some time out from your busy schedule.
Q. WHO CAN HAVE LED LIGHT THERAPY?
Almost everyone benefits from LED light therapy.
Those clients that have a slow metabolism, poor lymphatic drainage and slow cellular activity will see the greatest results.
Q. WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME FOR LED LIGHT THERAPY?
There is none. Make-up can be applied immediately after and you can continue your normal daily activities
Q. CAN I GO INTO THE SUN AFTER TREATMENT?
You can go into the sun immediately (unless you have combined your LED with another treatment) however as always we recommend you apply an SPF 50+ first.
Q. I USE RETIN-A , CAN I STILL HAVE AN LED TREATMENT?
LED is a calming treatment but we need you to cease the use of Retin-A two weeks prior to your treatment
Q. I USE ROACCUTANE CAN I STILL HAVE AN LED TREATMENT?
Yes. LED is a calming treatment and will not react with Roaccutane
Q. IS LED LIGHT TERAPY TREATMENT PAINFUL?
Not at all. This treatment is gentle, painless, non-invasive and non-abrasive.
Many people enjoy taking the time to relax under the light and may even doze off to sleep
Q. CAN I HAVE LED WITH OTHER TREATMENTS?
Yes. You can combine LED with many of our other treatments. Our experienced aestheticians will advise accordingly.