Dermatologist Explains The Benefits Of LED Face Masks for Skin

We call the process by which LED energy helps the skin as ‘Photobiomodulation’ – basically, we use light energy to produce favorable modulations in the skin’s physiological processes. So you can think of LED as an accelerator of beneficial changes that naturally happen in the skin. Specifically, with red light, with its depth of penetration up to 6mm, the dermal remodeling happens similar to normal wound healing processes.

In other words, LED works similar to non-ablative lasers, which penetrate the epidermis to work in the dermis, giving lifting and toning benefits. But since we know that dermal health drives epidermal health, the surface characteristics such as smoothness, evenness and hydration, also improve.

LED itself is effective as a stand-alone option for skin health. There is no one specific type of LED facial that is more effective or less useful – (it) depends on what else we are combining it with. If with a peel for acne, LED may help calm the skin before a peel and reduce inflammation, or if using it after a peel, it may be for reducing redness and stinging – either way, it depends on the peel.

Same thing for lasers, or radiofrequency or whatever else is included in the ‘facial’. I do not believe in proprietary LED facials since the need for different skin types is different. LED itself is versatile, and we can develop different protocols for different skin types.

Different colours of LED lights have different purposes. Red seems to be the most popular since its an all rounder. Followed by blue which helps treat acne. Other than these, there are orange and green which help with skin brightening and sensitivity.

I think this is one of the easiest, safest (even for pregnant women and nursing moms)tools for self care, and DIY rejuvenation. The mistake people make is not checking the credibility of the light sources, and whether there is any scientific support for the actual energy used in these devices. It would be good to invest in devices that actually make a difference to our skin types, where too much of light energy is a stimulant for pigmentation. 

The Light Routine® LED Mask is customised to suit the pigment levels of Indian skin types. The unique design is based on the pigment line patterns of the skin. The mask is easy to use, clean and store and can be used before, after or with other skincare products. It can be used at any convenient time of the day in the comfort of your home.

The Insta-famous brand, Protouch is providing simplified yet professional solutions to your self-care concerns through technology. Their 3-in-1 face mask emits three lights- red for anti-aging, orange for anti-pigmentation and blue for anti-acne. You are supposed to wear it post washing your face. 

Similar to the previous one, this one too has the option of three colours of LED lights- red, amber (or orange) and blue. The nose clip makes it comfortable to wear and the travel-friendly design only means that you can keep your routine intact even on-the-go. You are supposed to wear it for fifteen to twenty minutes post washing your face or CTM routine. 

This is a 7 Color LED Photon Light Therapy Treatment for Whitening, Anti-aging, Acne Spots, Scar Removal,  Smooth skin,  Wrinkles, Fine Lines, Skin Tightening Facials. Suitable for all skin types, the design of this mask does not cover the eye area. Therefore, it is not needed to put on eye protection while performing treatments. However, prevent direct looking into the LED and close your eyes during the treatment are suggested.