How Red Light Therapy Can Heal Your Skin: The Science Behind it

How Red Light Therapy Can Heal Your Skin: The Science Behind it

Ok don’t get bored on me and make it to the end! 

I’ll admit it I might get a little geeky and dive into the science behind this, but hey, I love science! It makes perfect sense since I’m so fascinated by the chemistry of skin and how it works. So, let’s start things off with a little fun fact. I like to go deep in my study’s.  

Light is defined as

1. Something that makes vision possible.

2. The sensation created when visual receptors are stimulated.

3. Electromagnetic radiation that travels at a speed of 299,792,458 meters per second (about 186,000 miles per second) and yep, it’s specifically radiation visible to the human eye. 

Pretty crazy wild, right?

Light is one of God’s first creations, as we see in Genesis 1:3, “And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.” This divine light did more than simply illuminate the earth it became a symbol of healing, restoration, and renewal. With the light of Jesus you can see things more clear too.Thank you Jesus!! Just as light plays a crucial role in our spiritual lives, it also plays a significant role in our physical well being.

Ok back to red light therapy, which is more than just cool tech it’s part of a much bigger picture I would need to write a book on it but who has time for that? I wish maybe one day.

Science has uncovered the profound benefits of red light therapy, which is used to heal skin, reduce inflammation, and promote cellular regeneration. 

 

 

 What is Red Light Therapy?

 

Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to penetrate the skin and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. The therapy targets the mitochondria, which are responsible for producing energy within our cells. This increase in energy helps to boost collagen production, heal scars, and improve the overall health of the skin. 

Benefits of Red Light Therapy for Skin:

Heals acne by reducing inflammation and promoting faster skin regeneration.

Stimulates collagen production, improving skin tone and elasticity.

Reduces scars and blemishes by speeding up the healing process.

used to think red light therapy was just another device companies were pushing on the market, but I was wrong this one is the real deal! The hype is real!

 

Red light therapy has done wonders for my skin, my clients’ skin, and my kids’ skin. One morning, my daughter woke up with hives all over her body, especially on her face. So, of course, I grabbed my trusty red light therapy device! Her skin was way better in 30 min. She was so relieved she became a believer, she started using it every other day! I currently use the Celluma Pro, if you’re wondering.

 

Light is so powerful in so many ways, and I’m so thankful that God blessed us with it. After all, everything was created by God. “For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him” (Colossians 1:16). He is the OG of inventor just saying! He is so generous to share wisdom with the world, knowing we need it.

 

Light has always been central to God’s design. In the Bible, light symbolizes truth, life, and healing. John 8:12 reminds us that “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Just as Christ’s light brings healing to our souls, red light therapy provides healing for our skin. The same Creator who brought light into existence has designed light to work in harmony with the body’s natural healing processes. How cool is that! 

 

How Does Red Light Therapy Work?

 Red light therapy operates by utilizing photobiomodulation, a process where light energy is absorbed by the skin, stimulating the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the energy source for our cells. This increase in cellular energy accelerates healing, reduces inflammation, and promotes the production of collagen, which is essential for skin health.

 

Incorporating Red Light Therapy into Your Routine is so beneficial for your skin.

 Use a red light therapy device for 15-30 minutes each day. You can choose from masks like Zaq Pro Mask 

Combine your red light therapy session with prayer or scripture meditation. Reflecting on verses like Psalm 34:5 “Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame”—reminds us that true radiance comes from God’s light.

 

Remember that true beauty is more than skin deep. God’s light within us brings true radiance. It is His light that transforms and heals not just our skin, but our hearts as well.

 

Blessings 

Heydi Hernandez

 

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