Red light therapy

A moment of light. Time for yourself.

Light can be part of a quiet moment for your body. Here I explain what red light is, why I became interested in it and how we use our three different LED devices in the studio.

Find your moment Meet the equipment

Red and near-infrared light
Larger areas or a specific spot
On its own or after massage

What is red light therapy?

Red light therapy uses selected wavelengths of red and near-infrared light. It is also called photobiomodulation, or PBM. You rest comfortably while an LED panel directs light towards a chosen area, without pressure or kneading.

American Academy of Dermatology — Red light therapy — Read source

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Why I started

My interest began for a personal reason: I started using red light in the hope that it would help with depression. That personal starting point sparked my curiosity about light and everyday wellbeing.

During the darker months, making time to rest and care for yourself can feel especially welcome. At Synergy, I want to make room for that pause, whatever the season.

Red and near-infrared light are different from the bright-light therapy used for seasonal affective disorder. That treatment uses a special bright-light box. Our LED sessions are not offered as treatment for depression or as a replacement for healthcare.

NIMH — Seasonal affective disorder — Read source

What might it help with?

Studies of LED light suggest possible improvements in skin texture and fine lines. Results vary with the equipment and treatment plan. Research using other devices does not establish what results our particular devices will deliver.

Light has also been studied for muscle soreness and recovery after exercise. Some trials report benefits and others do not. Here, a session can be part of your recovery routine, with realistic expectations and time to rest.

American Academy of Dermatology — Red light therapy — Read source Padoin et al. — LED and muscle recovery: randomized trial — Read source Dutra et al. — LED and muscle recovery indicators — Read source

Lumina: three colours and near-infrared

Si-Lumina has four wavelengths. Here is a simple guide to what they are studied or used for. Colour alone does not determine the effect: settings, exposure and individual circumstances matter too.

Blue · 415 nm

Used in some light treatments for inflammatory pimples. It does not address every type of acne.

Yellow · 590 nm

Being studied for sensitive skin and the appearance of redness. Evidence remains limited and is developing.

Red · 630 nm

Studied for skin texture and fine lines. Research programmes often involve repeated treatments.

Near-infrared · 850 nm

Invisible to the eye. Near-infrared light is used in research on skin and muscle recovery, often alongside red light.

Si Longevity — Si-Lumina — Read source American Academy of Dermatology — Light and acne — Read source He et al. — 590/630 nm LED and sensitive skin: randomized trial — Read source American Academy of Dermatology — Red light therapy — Read source Dutra et al. — LED and muscle recovery indicators — Read source

What your session is like

We begin by choosing an area and a comfortable position. Settings and exposure time follow the equipment instructions. Your booked visit also includes preparation, so the full appointment is not necessarily time with the light on.

Tell us before your visit if you have light sensitivity or take medication that increases it. Eye protection is used according to the device instructions. Let us know if anything feels uncomfortable so we can stop.

American Academy of Dermatology — Red light therapy — Read source

Here in the studio