Red light therapy is a treatment that targets wrinkles, redness, scarring, acne, and basically any sign of aging you'd like to bid farewell to. The plot twist? It was discovered by accident in 1967 by Dr. Endre Mester, who was actually trying to zap tumors with lasers. What he stumbled upon instead was how the light healed wounds and even helped hair regrowth. Talk about a happy accident! Later on, NASA experimented with red light therapy on plant growth in space, as it was found to promote photosynthesis, as well as treating wounds in astronauts. Thanks to all these cosmic discoveries, red light therapy went on to become a star in the medical world, popping up in treatments like photodynamic therapy. Who knew a little red light could do so much?

MARCH 28, 2025

If you’re anything like me and you like to stay updated with the latest wellness trends, you’ve probably heard of red light therapy. Maybe you’re already up to speed and have a red light therapy mask! Maybe you have no clue what red light therapy is! No worries, bestie. Whether you’re far down the wellness path, or just dipping your toes in the water- I’m here for you. I want to chat about all things red light therapy, including the science you may not know behind it.

If that was a lot of science-y info for you, don't stress, bestie! We're about to break it down in a way that even your skin could understand. To break it down a bit, red and infrared light is absorbed into the skin and dermis. Once absorbed, the mitochondria (the powerhouse or battery of the cell) soaks up the light and turns it into energy. An energized cell can work more efficiently and repair quicker. This process kicks off cell turnover, making your skin work its magic and produce more collagen and elastin. Think of it as a natural retinol treatment—no need for the harsh chemicals! With all that new collagen, your skin gets plumper, smoother, and glowing like you’ve just come back from a weekend spa retreat. Plus, because your cells are doing their thing, inflammation drops, and blood flow gets a major upgrade. Talk about skin that’s glowing and working smarter!

So, remember how I mentioned that red light therapy originally made its grand entrance into the medical world for photodynamic therapy? Well, that was to treat some serious stuff—think psoriasis, rosacea, and eczema. But guess what? As the red light spotlight got brighter, we started realizing this little therapy could do WAY more. It's like the skincare superhero we didn't know we needed! Check out some of the many other skin conditions it can work its magic on:

- Smoothing out wrinkles, fine lines, and those pesky age spots
- Evening out facial texture for that flawless glow
- Healing scars and banishing acne (yes, please!)
- Repairing sun-damaged skin

On top of all of these benefits, there are still many others that are being explored; such as treating inflammation in the joints and pain relief altogether. Who knew red light therapy had so many tricks up its sleeve? It's like your skin's personal glow-up assistant. All these benefits has brought red light therapy mainstream attention, and its allowed companies to explore this technology for personal use.

Feeling intrigued? Well, I’ve got the hookup for you! At In the Nude Skincare, we offer red light therapy with the magical Celluma device, and trust me, it’s *chef’s kiss* perfect when you're treating yourself to a facial. But hey, if you're more of a homebody (no judgment, we love a cozy vibe), I've got you covered there too! My favorite red light therapy masks are by OmniLux—great for those nights when you’re all about Netflix and chill, but still want your skin to be living its best life. 

If you’re torn between the two, here’s a fun fact: just one 30-minute session with the Celluma device is like doing five 10-minute sessions with an at-home LED mask. So, whether you’re in the spa or on the couch, your skin can still get all the pampering it deserves! Right now, we’re doing a special sale on their Omnilux Contour LED Masks, so you can get 20% off! The promo is valid from March 28th 2025 through April 31st, 2025. No promo code needed, the discount will automatically be applied at checkout. Make sure to take advantage and shop the sale now! 

Now that you’ve learned all about the science and benefits of red light therapy- what are you waiting for? It’s time to heal that skin and get yourself glowing.✨

After 2 weeks of consistent use

Works Cited:

“Red Light Therapy: Benefits, Side Effects & Uses”. Cleveland Clinic. December 1, 2021. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/
articles/22114-red-light-therapy

Cafasso, Jacquelyn. “What Is Red Light Therapy and How Does It Work?”. Health Line. December 14, 2023. https://www.healthline.com/health/red-light-therapy

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