Red light therapy is often used for skin care and pain relief. But can it also help with body shaping? The short answer is yes, it may help!
1. Yes. How It Works
Red light therapy uses low-level red and near-infrared light to reach deep into your skin. This light helps your cells to work better and makes your body more efficient.
2. Breaking down fat cells
Studies suggest that red light can help.
Break down fat cells.
Let go of the fat you’ve been holding onto.
Make fat cells smaller over time.
This process can help you lose inches around the waist, thighs and arms.
3. It makes the skin firmer.
Red light also boosts collagen and elastin, which make the skin firmer and tighter. This helps shape the body and reduce the look of cellulite.
4. Best when you also lead a healthy lifestyle.
Red light therapy is not a magic solution for weight loss. It works best when combined with:
Do some exercise regularly.
Eating a variety of foods from all the different groups is important.
It’s important to drink enough water.
How Often Should You Use It?
Many people use red light therapy 3–5 times per week for several weeks to get the benefits. Each session lasts 10–20 minutes.
In summary:
Red light therapy can help you get a slimmer, more toned body by reducing the size of fat cells and making the skin tighter. But it works best when you also lead a healthy lifestyle.