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Photobiomodulation uses near-infrared light emitted by LED lights or low-energy lasers. The red light energy produces a series of biological responses at a cellular level. 

Photobiomodulation is not a one-time treatment — you’ll need to use it consistently to see the best results. 

Experts know that in the short term, photobiomodulation seems to have significant health benefits with few adverse effects. 

Red light therapy may help to:

Dermatologists have used red light treatments as an anti aging treatment.

• Dark spots
• Discoloration
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Loose skin

Researchers measured the effectiveness of a red light therapy mask after three months of use. They found an improvement in skin quality, including reversed visible signs of aging. The results lasted for up to a month after stopping therapy.

Near-infrared light may stimulate hair follicles to encourage hair growth and reduce hair loss. 

Studies focused on hereditary and hormonal hair loss show that repeated red light treatments not only help regrow hair over time but can also increase hair thickness and length. One study suggests that low-level light therapy may be as effective as minoxidil, a medication commonly used to treat pattern hair loss.

Light therapy is not a new treatment for acne. But red light therapy works differently than photodynamic therapy (PDT), which uses blue light to activate the destruction of acne-causing bacteria and oil-producing glands. Red light therapy stimulates biological responses, promotes healing and reduces inflammation without causing cell destruction. 

A small of people with mild to severe acne found that a series of six treatments performed every two weeks resulted in:

• Significant decrease in the secretion of skin oil
• Significant improvements in acne lesions
• No adverse effects

For better results, consider using a combination of PDT and red light therapy. A large study found that people who used both red and blue light were more likely to completely resolve their acne.

Lights can transmit near-infrared light through the skull and nostrils, exposing the brain to red light therapy. Ongoing research shows the effects on cognition in people with dementia. Early research conducted on patients with dementia shows significant improvements in cognitive function after treatment with intranasal and transcranial red light therapy. 

More recently, a 2021 study exposed participants to red light therapy for six minutes daily for eight weeks. At the end of the treatment, researchers also saw positive cognitive improvements — and no significant adverse effects — in people with mild to moderate dementia.

Red light therapy may be effective in reducing pain and inflammation. A review analyzed how well photobiomodulation works to reduce chronic and acute pain. The findings reported significant improvements in pain associated with:

• Fibromyalgia
• Knee osteoarthritis
• Non-specific low back pain
• Surgery

However, in many instances, the chronic pain returned within weeks of ending therapy.

No research has suggested that red light can cause cancer — unlike ultraviolet (UV) light. But more research is needed to understand the long-term effects of photobiomodulation. 

The American Academy of Dermatology Association recommends taking the following steps before using red light therapy at home:

• Talk to a dermatologist: It’s always a good idea to consult a physician before starting a new therapy. People with darker skin tones should be especially cautious. Their skin may be more sensitive to red light, which could lead to hyperpigmentation (dark spots).
• Follow the directions:  Do not overuse red light therapy and follow your health care providers recommendations.

Source: https://www.uclahealth.org/