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Rhiannon Derbyshire

The 10 red light therapy benefits you need to know, according to skin experts

Image of woman wearing a red light therapy mask in a white frame against a dusky pink background.

Given these treatments' popularity, at-home LED devices are probably on your radar if you spend any time consuming skincare content. It’s not just the Instagram factor; these devices really can make a difference to your complexion – but it's still important to understand the red light therapy benefits before investing in one.

Great though they can be, the best red light therapy devices are expensive, so understanding these benefits the investment is worth it. Knowing what light therapy is is also key to understanding these red light therapy benefits. “LED – light emitting diode – is a type of light treatment that utilises visible and/or infrared light to promote skin rejuvenation,” explains consultant dermatologist Dr. Alexis Granite. “It’s a very versatile treatment, suitable for many different types of patients."

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