Q:What is Red Light Therapy?
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Also known as low-level laser therapy or LLLT, red light therapy is the use of a therapeutic tool that emits low-light red wavelengths. This type of therapy is used on a person’s skin to help stimulate blood flow, encourage skin cells to regenerate, encourage collagen production, and other purposes.
Q:What are the side effects of Red Light Therapy?
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Light Therapy or Red Light Therapy, side effects may include skin irritation, rash, headache, burning, redness, headaches, and insomnia.
Q:Does Red Light Therapy work?
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There are limited studies showing the effectiveness of Red Light Therapy.
Q:How long does it take for Red Light Therapy to work?
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It is not an immediate miracle transformation that will occur overnight. It will provide you with ongoing improvements that you will begin to see in anywhere from 24 hours to 2 months, depending on the condition, its severity, and how regularly the light is used.
Q:Is Red Light Therapy FDA approved?
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The therapy isn’t what gets the approval; it’s the device that must go through the FDA approval process. Each manufactured device must prove that it works and is safe to use. So yes, red light therapy has been FDA approved. But not all red light therapy devices have FDA approval.
Q:Can Red Light damage eyes?
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Red Light Therapy is safer on the eyes than other lasers, proper eye protection should be worn while treatments are underway.
Q:Can Red Light Therapy help with bags under eye?
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Some Red Light Therapy devices claim to help reduce eye puffiness and dark circles under the eyes.
Q:Can Red Light Therapy help with weight loss?
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There is some evidence to show Red Light Therapy can help aid in weight-loss and reduce cellulite, though results will vary with every user.
Q:Do dermatologists recommend Red Light Therapy?
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According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, Red Light Therapy is currently being investigated by dermatologists for its potential to help individuals with acne, rosacea, and wrinkles.
Q:Do you wear clothes during Red Light Therapy?
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The treatment area needs to be exposed during the Red Light Therapy, meaning no clothes should be worn on that area.
Q:How long does it take for Red Light Therapy to work?
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Although results will depend on the user, benefits should be seen within 8-12 weeks of treatment sessions.
Q:What are the benefits of Red Light Therapy?
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Some of the potential benefits of Red Light Therapy include aiding in cosmetic skin issues like wrinkling, stretch marks, and acne. It is currently being studied for its potential to aid in weight loss, psoriasis, and more.