Acne is a chronic skin disease that involves the inflammation of the sebaceous glands. It affects 80% of adolescents, children and many adults, especially women; 35% of those affected are between the ages of 30 and 40.
Unfortunately, acne does not only affect the aesthetic aspect but implies psychological aspects that should not be neglected. The face is one of the main areas affected by acne, the symptoms of the disease can cause stress and anxiety. Depending on the severity of the condition, acne can lead to a negative self-image and the development of low self-esteem, loss of confidence, depression. In people affected by acne there is a noticeable deterioration in the quality of life. It has also been shown that the emotional aspects of acne can be responsible for reducing productivity and the level of employment.
People with acne have large glands that release more sebum in the skin. The excess of sebum produced can incorporate bacteria and dead cells into the pores. The P. acnes bacterium, normally present in the skin, is able to proliferate and grow causing inflammation of the skin and the formation of pimples.
But how to cure acne?
Years ago NASA noted an increase in plant growth under a certain wavelength of light. From the observation of plant growth to the experimentation of skin growth with LED light, the pace was short. As wounds do not heal fast enough in zero-gravity situations, NASA begins experimenting with LED lights to accelerate wound healing. The test results were positive, and the research, from this point on, has developed and focused on the treatment of skin cancer and cosmetic arenas.
Until its discovery by NASA, the only real way to stimulate the production of collagen was through the use of ingredients such as retinoids or through controlled wounds, thus stimulating the healing response of the body's wound. LED light therapy has introduced a safe, painless and effective method to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, without side effects.
For those unfamiliar with this technology, light therapy uses a number of LED lights (Light Emitting Diode) to provide optimized light at a specific wavelength to stimulate a change within the skin, without the need of skin care ingredients or to hurt the skin. The LED light treatment is effective for all skin types, including hypersensitive and rosy hides.
Similar to plants, our cells have the ability to absorb light and convert it into energy. The phenomenon can be explained by the analogy of UV light that stimulates an enzymatic reaction that causes the tanning of our skin. Likewise, different wavelengths of light have the ability to stimulate different enzymatic reactions that have a different effect on the skin.
Benefits of the skin of blue LED light therapy
The therapy with blue light has a wavelength between 405 nm and 420 nm and is mainly used for its antibacterial benefits and therefore used in the treatment of acne.
Blue light at the wavelength of 415 nm is absorbed by a molecule called porphyrin. P.acne bacteria contain an abundant amount of porphyrin. The absorption of blue light by the porphyrin creates singlet oxygen (free radicals) that are released into the bacteria, killing them.
Blue light is also anti-inflammatory. However, for best results, blue light is used in combination with red light therapy, for its skin rejuvenation effect and for the benefits of scarring.
Red light therapy is also extremely anti-inflammatory, so it reduces inflammation within tissues and helps to speed up the healing process, so it is particularly useful for the treatment of imperfections, the repair of sun damage, scars. faded and improvement of the general tone of the skin.
Of course, LED light therapy alone is not a magic wand. It requires several sessions over a period of time to see the results. This can be said for both domestic and professional devices. However, in combination with metabolic peeling and dermal needles as part of a treatment plan, the results can be surprising.
