Phototherapy

The LED phototherapy stimulates collagen production, destroys the bacteria that cause acne, reduces inflammation, and also increases hydration. This helps to improve the skin’s texture and clarity.

You may already be aware of some forms of light therapy. Newborn babies with jaundice are laid under a special lamp to help treat the condition, for example. Or you might have seen the special lamps used to help with seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? The health benefits of light therapy are many and varied!

As well as being clinically proven, Dermalux is also a totally non-invasive treatment. It is pain free and safe for all skin types, and best of all: no downtime!

Dermalux can also be integrated with your other skin treatments to work in synergy. Dr Mayoni can advise you on the best way to combine treatments for your skin’s needs.

There are four different Dermalux phototherapy options: LED Red Light, LED Blue Light, LED Near-Infrared Light and Combined Therapy.

LED Red Light stimulates collagen and elastin production, and is great for:

• Evening out skin tone and texture
• Increasing hydration
• Reducing fine lines and wrinkles
• Shrinking enlarged pores
• Restoring radiance

LED Blue Light works to reduce bacteria levels in the skin and is effective for:

• Treating acne and blemishes (with no irritation)
• Preventing breakouts
• Normalising oil production

Near-Infrafred Light works in synergy with Red Light to optimize the results, and is fantastic for:

• Tightening and firming the skin
• Reducing pigmentation
• Reducing scarring
• Relieving pain and inflammation

Combined Therapy offers combined wavelength treatments so you can target multiple concerns in just one session.

Each session lasts for 20 minutes, and we recommend a course of 12 sessions for best results.

LightStim therapy devices have been used and recommended by aesthetics practitioners, dermatologists and plastic surgeons for over a decade. Now you can experience the same professional strength treatment in the comfort of your own home. The device combines therapeutic light energy with patented technology to nourish your skin from within and help to tackle fine lines and wrinkles. Radiant, healthy-looking skin is what LightStim is all about!

LightStim for Wrinkles can be used to treat wrinkles on the entire face. You can treat your forehead, crow’s feet, cheeks, nasal labial folds, jawline, and even your lips. It is suitable for all skin types. LightStim uses LEDs (light emitting diodes) to generate light of different wavelengths. Each LED wavelength (or colour) of light provides unique therapeutic benefits. LightStim for Wrinkles has 72 LEDs of Amber, Light Red, Dark Red, and Infrared.

LED therapy is non-invasive, painless and requires no recovery time. The device emits a soothing and gentle warmth to the skin.

Firstly, cleanse and exfoliate the skin. Place the light so that it is gently touching your skin and hold it in position for about three minutes, before moving to another area. Repeat until you have treated all desired areas, then follow up with daytime moisturise and sunscreen or nighttime moisturiser. It really is as easy as that! For best results you should use the device five to seven days per week. Full instructions are also included with the handset, and we are happy to offer advice if you have any questions. The device is maintenance free, with no cartridges or batteries to replace, and comes with a five year manufacturer’s warranty.

Phototherapy encourages the skin to revitalise from within, stimulating regeneration. You can expect to see the first signs of improvement after approximately eight weeks of daily use, with further improvement thereafter. Once you have achieved these results, you can reduce to two or three times per week if you prefer.
The photos below show the before and after results for a woman who used the device at home five times per week for eight weeks as part of the LightStim FDA Clinical Trial:

LightStim is suitable for all skin types, but there are a few conditions where you should seek further advice from Dr. Mayoni before commencing treatment. These include:

• extreme sensitivity to light (e.g. light induced migraines)
• melasma or hyperpigmentation which is exacerbated by mild warmth
• suspicious lesions or skin cancer
• if you are pregnant or are currently being treated for any serious health condition
• If you are currently taking any photosensitising drugs

Please note that Roaccutane should also be discontinued six months in advance of using LightStim.