So, if you’ve been on the skincare side of the internet, you may have seen videos of self-care girlies using LED face masks for natural glowing skin floating around your feed. If you don’t know, LED face masks are a new reinvention of the infrared light therapy saunas that have been in trend for a couple of years now.
While these light therapy saunas have been in trend for ages, for this kind of light therapy to be effective, one must utilize it into their daily lifestyle on a more frequency, which is why LED face masks for natural glowing skin were invented in the first place so that you can reap the benefits of light therapy at home or anywhere and however you want.
Let’s first talk about how light therapy works. The whole purpose of light therapy saunas and these LED face masks for natural glowing skin is to use their infrared light wavelengths and frequencies to change your skin cells' molecular and chemical structure and rejuvenate their quality. LED which translates to light emitting diodes have been useful in treating various skin concerns like acne, dull skin, inflammation, redness etc by using different light wavelengths and colors of LED.
Benefits of LED face masks for natural glowing skin
Specifically, it has been noted that these light therapy LED face masks have been proven to improve people’s mental health, help them unwind and relax, and clear their wrinkles, reduce hyperpigmentation, tanning, face lines and dark spots or scars. It makes your skin smoother and brighten up as well.
Light therapy has also proven to increase collagen, skin elasticity and the ability to modify the metabolism of your skin cells that helps your skin heal, detoxify and improve blood circulation.
The rays of infrared therapy have been effective in killing germs and acne-causing bacteria that can cause breakouts and skin diseases.
What to look for in LED face masks for natural glowing skin
Usually, red and near infrared-light modes of LED face masks for natural glowing skin are preferred. When it comes to red light, 600nm is recommended while for near-infrared light modes, 800nm is advised.
There are also different colours to these LED face masks for natural glowing skin that serve different skin problems. For instance, red light which is used most commonly is used to address aging, dull skin, inflammation and acne. Blue is best suited for oily and acne prone skin, generally. Purple light is advised for increasing collagen and elasticity in your skin, reducing wrinkles and clearing out acne. On the other hand, white light is u sed to improve the texture of your skin and your skin health in general.
Another thing to keep in mind when picking out LED face masks for natural glowing skin for yourself is that you must make sure that the mask fits your face perfectly and feels comfortable. You’ll be wearing this face mask for at least 15 minutes doing your daily chores so make sure that it’s not too big that it’ll slip out or too tight on your face.
Some LED face masks for natural glowing skin also come up with additional amenities. For instance, there are also wireless LED face masks that are available now that are easier to carry and use. Other than that these LED face masks also sometimes come with additional resources such as serums, face oils, face massaging nodes, gua-shas, eye protection, etc.
How to use LED face masks for natural glowing skin
Although you can use these LED face masks anyway you want, most of the people find it effective to wear these masks right after they wake up in the morning or right before bed at night.
Before you use the LED face masks, you must always cleanse your face properly and pat it dry with a towel. Moisturize your face with a serum, face oil or your preferred lotion.
Once you are done with your skincare routine, you should change the settings of your LED face masks based on your preference. Please make sure to also read the instructions for the LED face mask that you have bought since all face masks have different sets of settings and instructions on how to use it. Study the instructions cautiously before you put the mask on use.
After using, make sure to turn off your face mask and clean the mask with a clean cloth or mild alcohol. You can also use gua shas or face massagers to gently let the moisturizer or your face serum to get absorbed in your skin.
Precautions to take while using LED face masks for natural glowing skin
Before you buy your LED face masks you should also make sure to check if the face mask you have bought is FDA approved which would mean that it has met high quality and safety standards. Although these LED face masks have been shown fairly effective and safe in their performance in the skincare community, certain precautions still need to be practised. For instance, make sure to not use these LED face masks while you are charging its battery as that can get dangerous in case of power-out or electrocution.
It is also advised to not use these LED face masks for natural glowing skin if you have an open mind on your face. You should also avoid using these LED face masks if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have skin allergies, have metal implants on your bones, have pacemakers etc.
Make sure to protect your eyes with an eye patch or an eye mask for better eye protection. The high-voltage LED bulbs can damage your eyes and may eve burn out the retina of your eyes. LED face masks may also cause skin discoloration or worsen your already existing skin concerns.
Consult with your personal dermatologist before you buy yourself an LED face mask for natural glowing skin.
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