LED Light Therapy

We Are All Influenced by the Power of Light

What is LED Light Therapy?

Light has many positive effects on our bodies; it helps us to produce essential vitamin D, triggers growth, promotes wellbeing and makes our skin glow!

Phototherapy occurs naturally all around us and is based on the principle that our cells absorb light and use it fuel natural rejuvenation and repair processes.

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Different wavelengths stimulate different effects in the skin. We know that on-going exposure to UV light is very damaging but controlled levels of Red, Blue and Near Infrared light are clinically proven to be beneficial.

A celebrity skin care favourite, LED Phototherapy is the application of these beneficial wavelengths into the skin’s deepest layers to energise our cells with proven rejuvenating results. It is a natural response similar to that of plant photo-synthesis through a process known as photobiomodulation (PBM). Skin cells that are energised function better and can regenerate up to 200% faster which in turn leads to a more youthful, healthy and radiant complexion.

How Does this Improve Your Skin?

LEDs emit photons, which are delivered into our skin and absorbed by our cells. When absorbed, the cells become photoactivated, essentially energised. With this increased energy, every cell, organ, and tissue in the body, including your skin, functions better. Think of it as helping our cells operate as if they have had a full night’s sleep and a well-balanced breakfast.

When cells are in a photoactivated state, one or more of the following can occur:

If the cell is damaged or compromised, it will repair itself or be repaired.
If the cell has a specific function, such as collagen and elastin synthesis by fibroblasts, it will perform that function more efficiently.
If proliferation (cell growth and division) is needed, the cell will proliferate.

What this means for your skin is all the signs and symptoms of skin aging, like skin wrinkling, rougher skin, thin/crepey skin, reduced elasticity are all targeted and improved.

Check out the Dermalux video below for a visual on how phototherapy works... (tip: due to browser settings you'll need to enable sound bottom right to hear the explanation)

What are the Main Benefits of this Treatment?

The main benefits seen in clinical trials of low-level light therapy (LLLT) for skin rejuvenation are:

reduction of wrinkles and fine lines
enhanced radiance
refinement in skin texture
improvements in overall skin tone
increased elasticity (less evidence for this compared to the other benefits listed)

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Are all LED Light Therapy Treatments the Same?

Despite nearly 5,000 peer reviewed publications, LLLT still faces scepticism and has varied findings. The wide range of parameters that can be applied (wavelength, irradiance, treatment duration, and repetition) has led to some contradictory results.

The current evidence demonstrates that the most important factor in LLLT is the wavelength. Without the right wavelength you won’t achieve absorption. No absorption = no reaction!

Let’s break it down by colour: Wavelengths correspond to colours like purple/blue (400-495nm), green (500-565nm), yellow (570-590), orange/amber (590-620), red (625-700 nm), and near-infrared (NIR) (800-1200) lights. Each colour interacts with our skin uniquely. However, their effectiveness varies. Shorter wavelengths, such as yellow, green, or purple/blue, often lack depth penetration, resulting in a superficial impact.

From all the data published over the last 30 years two wavelengths have been highlighted as having the greatest effect on the skin: 633nm red light and 830nm near-infra red (NIR) light. Red and NIR reach deeper layers of the skin helping to improve the skin’s structure and appearance. A third wavelength 415nm blue light has been shown to be effective in treating inflammatory acne vulgaris (but is not beneficial for whiteheads or black heads).

The Dermalux® Tri-Wave MD LED Phototherapy System

At Peppermint Clinic we only invest in the best systems for our patients. Multi-Award winning Dermalux® LED Phototherapy is the leading, non-invasive treatment that harnesses the power of natural light for visibly radiant, rejuvenated and refined skin.

Most importantly, the Dermalux® Tri-Wave MD delivers light therapy using combinations of the clinically proven, gold standard wavelengths of Blue 415nm, Red 633nm, and NIR 830nm. So, you can rest easy knowing you are getting safe and targeted delivery of light at the optimum wavelength and intensity for maximum skin enhancing results.

One treatment instantly energises skin cells to revitalise a dull and tired complexion. A course of treatment offers long lasting visible results, stimulating the skin’s natural rejuvenation and repair processes to speed up cell renewal, resolve problem skin conditions and promote vibrant healthy-looking skin.

Your Treatment

The Dermalux® treatment is a relaxing, pain free experience with proven mood enhancing effects. Enjoy some luxury me-time as your skin absorbs the energising light to kick start cell regeneration and restore radiance.

Each treatment lasts for around 20 minutes and with no downtime, you can simply get up and glow! As the light triggers a whole cascade of skin enhancing processes, the visible benefits continue even after the treatment has finished.

Dermalux® can also be used in combination with your regular skin treatments to upgrade and accelerate results. Your practitioner will advise you on the best combination depending on the condition of your skin.

Ready to Transform Your Skin with the Power of Light?

Great skin doesn’t happen by chance. Discover the power of light and transform your skin forever. Book online or get in touch to book your free consultation and treatment today!

Procedure Time

20 minutes

Results & Benefits

Skin rejuvenation

Maintenance

Monthly

Results Within

End of initial course

Downtime

None

Potential Effects

Minor redness

What areas can be treated?

It is most often used on forehead lines, crow’s feet, and frown lines. It can also be used for other areas such as the mouth and neck whilst also being an approved treatment for migraine relief and excessive underarm sweating – Check out our menu to read more about our advanced injectable aesthetics treatments.
How long until I see visible results?

You will not see a result straight away. It takes 2-3 days* to begin working, and approximately 2-3 weeks* to see the full effect. If after 3 weeks you are not 100% satisfied, get in touch with us and we can book you in for a top-up treatment free of charge. *Alluzience® begins working within 24 hours so visible results may be seen sooner than with standard botulinum toxin-a products.
How long do the results last for?

Botox® and Azzalure® generally last 3-4 months. There will certainly be patients in which it lasts longer, in the 4–6-month range, or shorter, in the 2-month range. It is also common for first time users to notice that it may not last as long initially but may last longer after the second treatment. Alluzience® is an advanced botulinum toxin-a new wrinkle-relaxing injection launched by Galderma, the world’s largest independent dermatology company). It starts to work sooner than other standard botulinum toxin brands and can last up to 6 months. Individual lifestyle choices may affect the longevity of the treatment e.g. people who exercise a lot or are very expressive may find the effects fade faster.
What products do we use at Peppermint Clinic?

We use Botox®, Azzalure® and a fairly new product called Alluzience®. Alluzience® has the potential to last up to 6 months so you can reduce the number of treatments you undergo per year, but it is not suitable for all areas. If you have questions, please contact us to discuss the individual products in more detail or book a free consultation to come in and have all your questions answered and discuss your suitability for the treatment, your goals, and expectations in more detail.
Does it hurt?

Pain is very subjective and personal - how we feel pain varies a lot from person to person and from time to time, e.g. studies have shown that women rate pain significantly higher in menstrual and premenstrual phases than during the rest of their cycle. A small pinch or sting that you would expect from inserting a small needle into any part of the body and you may feel a brief stinging sensation. The site of injection also influences the sensation of pain e.g. injections around the lips might feel more sensitive than those on the forehead.
Pre-treatment do’s & don’ts

Schedule your appointment at least 4 weeks prior to any special event or holiday to allow time for complete healing and optimal results. Reschedule your appointment if you develop a rash, cold sore or blemish in the treatment area. You should avoid taking blood thinning medications and anti-inflammatory medicines like ibuprofen for the 2 weeks leading up to your treatment. Also avoid aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John's Wort, and Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements. You may wish to consider taking arnica tablets, available from most pharmacies, for one week prior and one week post treatment can help reduce the risk of swelling and bruising. Avoid alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment. Alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising. Discontinue Retin-A two (2) days before and two (2) days after treatment.
Post-treatment do’s & don’ts

Avoid any strenuous activity or exercise for 24 hours after treatment. Avoid aggravating the injection site by rubbing or massaging the area. After 6 hours, you may gently wash the injection site but not before then. Avoid lying down for the first 4 hours post treatment. It is best to avoid alcohol for 24 hours post treatment. If possible, do not restart any blood thinning medication for several days after your treatment. If you are taking prescription blood thinning medication, please contact us to discuss your treatment options or book a free consultation to discuss this aspect of your treatment further. Avoid heat, tanning, self-tan, and tanning beds for 72 hours post treatment. Avoid any facials, laser treatments, or microdermabrasion for a minimum of 10 days following your procedure. If you are unsure about how long to wait before having a certain procedure, contact us or ask your practitioner during your appointment. Using a good sunscreen will protect the longevity of your treatment. Wearing sunglasses to reduce squinting will protect the longevity of your treatment.

The Science Behind It

The “photobiomodulation zone” comprises cells which have absorbed the incident photons, and directly or indirectly transferred the photon energy to the cells’ own energy stores, becoming photoactivated. After the initial photon absorption events, the light energy helps to enhance our cellular potential, promote oxygen utilization within the cell, and generate cellular fuel (or ATP). Photobiomodulation stimulates fibroblast proliferation, collagen synthesis, growth factors, and extracellular matrix production by activating cellular mitochondrial respiratory pathways.

Breaking it Down

Mitochondria are the parts of our cells that produce energy, like little batteries they fuel the processes of our body’s cells. When the particles of light from LED light therapy enter the cell, they give the mitochondria a boost enhancing energy production which improves the performance of the cell.

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Lesion Removal

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LED Light Therapy

Single Treatment

Course of 6 sessions

Course of 12 sessions

£25

£125

£250