Safety profile and long-term effects of LED phototherapy
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This study is considered the gold standard in defining the safety of modern LED devices in dermatology. It debunks myths about the harmfulness of light and confirms its beneficial effect without side effects.
Study title:
"Phototherapy with light-emitting diodes (LEDs): treatment of a wide range of medical and aesthetic conditions in dermatology." (Phototherapy with Light Emitting Diodes: Treating a Broad Range of Medical and Aesthetic Conditions in Dermatology)
1. Aim of the study
Dr. Ablon focused on a comprehensive safety evaluation of LED technology. The aim was to confirm that this method is suitable for all skin types and that there is no damage to skin cells or DNA even with long-term and repeated use.
2. LED vs. UV
One of the most important findings of the study is the clear separation of LED therapy from dangerous UV radiation:
UV radiation (Sun/Solar): has a short wavelength that damages the DNA of cells, causing photoaging and increasing the risk of cancer.
LED therapy (Lumenluxe): Uses wavelengths (visible light) that do not contain a UV component. Studies have confirmed that LED light does not cause DNA mutations, but instead activates the cells' natural repair mechanisms.
3. Inclusivity for all phototypes (Fitzpatrick scale)
Many laser treatments are not suitable for darker skin phototypes (high risk of pigmentation). However, this study has shown that LED therapy is 100% safe for the entire Fitzpatrick scale (I to VI).
FINDINGS: There was no postinflammatory hyperpigmentation or thermal damage in patients with darker skin (type IV-VI), making the LED mask a versatile tool for everyone.
4. The concept of "Non-thermal" therapy is a universal tool for all users.
Unlike invasive lasers, which work on the basis of controlled thermal tissue damage, LED therapy is non-thermal.
The light from the Lumenluxe mask does not heat the tissue to dangerous levels.
The energy of the light is absorbed directly by the cell receptors, it is not converted to heat.
The result: no burns, no redness, no recovery time.
5. No burn, no recovery, no heat burn, no burn, no time to heal.
Dr. Glynis Ablon's study concluded the research with the following points:
Excellent safety profile: No serious adverse effects were noted.
Long-term sustainability: Regular application of the light leads to a permanent improvement in the skin's barrier function.
Broad-spectrum use: In addition to aesthetics (wrinkles, acne), the study confirmed efficacy in the treatment of inflammatory conditions such as rosacea (rosacea) and scar healing.
Lead author: Dr. Glynis Ablon, MD, FAAD (America's leading dermatologist) Published: The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 2018.