Shop LED face masks to treat skin at home
The FDA approves LED light therapy masks to note their safety.
If you’ve recently seen someone with a mask over their face and light glowing onto their skin, they’re likely not dressing up for "Friday the 13th" character Jason Voorhees, they may be using LED light therapy.
This new skin treatment is meant to increase collagen in the skin, thereby attempting to eliminate wrinkles, acne, eczema, and other skin ailments.
"The most common frequencies used in LED light therapy are the red and blue wavelengths, which are readily absorbed into the skin and do not contain harmful ultraviolet light," explains the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Red wavelengths are most common to boost collagen while blue wavelengths can combat acne.
These wavelengths notably do not include ultraviolet light, like that from the sun, known to be potentially harmful to exposed skin.
As always, it is important to focus on ways to apply LED light therapy in a healthy way that reduces any risks associated with use. Make sure to read the instructions on your LED light therapy to protect your eyes when using the product.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved several different designs for light masks ensuring the products are safe to use. Generally, use of these products is not recommended if the user is pregnant, has epilepsy, on photosensitive medications or has certain skin or eye conditions.
Side effects of LED light therapy could include temporary skin redness, dryness, and irritation, especially in sensitive skin. The treatment can also cause hyperpigmentation, especially in darker skin tones. It is always best to consult with a healthcare provider before use.
Here are some top options for FDA-approved LED light therapy masks currently available:
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