LED Light Therapy Facial: Treatment Advice & Aftercare

Celluma LED Light Therapy

LED Light Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive treatment using specific wavelengths of visible and near-infrared light to support the skin.

At Eco Skin Clinic we use Celluma LED Light Therapy, which can be incorporated into a facial or enjoyed as a standalone treatment.

Depending on the programme selected, LED may be used to support concerns including:

• fine lines and signs of skin ageing

• blemish-prone skin

• redness and sensitivity

• skin recovery

• dull or tired-looking skin

• overall skin health.

There are no needles, no heat-based resurfacing and no intentional injury to the skin, making LED a comfortable treatment with little to no downtime.

How Does LED Light Therapy Work?

Different wavelengths of light interact with the skin in different ways.

Celluma uses combinations of blue, red and near-infrared light, depending on the programme selected.

Blue Light

Blue light is primarily used for blemish and acne-prone skin and targets bacteria associated with acne.

Red Light

Red light is used to support skin rejuvenation and repair, helping to improve the appearance of fine lines and overall skin quality.

Near-Infrared Light

Near-infrared light penetrates more deeply than visible red light and is used alongside red light to support the skin's natural repair processes.

Your practitioner will select the appropriate programme for your skin and treatment goals.

Before Your Treatment

LED requires very little preparation.

Before your appointment:

• Tell us about any medication, supplements or herbal remedies you take.

• Tell us if you're taking medication that can increase sensitivity to light.

• Let us know about any medical condition associated with photosensitivity.

• Tell us if you have epilepsy or seizures triggered by light.

• Let us know if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Tell us about recent skin treatments or procedures.

• Let us know if your skin is unusually irritated or you have an active skin condition.

• Tell us about any changes to your health or medication since your last treatment.

If possible, arrive without heavy makeup, although we can cleanse your skin before treatment.

Do not stop prescribed medication simply to have LED treatment unless advised by the healthcare professional who prescribed it.

Is LED Light Therapy Suitable for Everyone?

LED is suitable for many skin types and requires no recovery time for most clients, but it isn't appropriate for everyone.

Please tell your practitioner if you:

• have a known sensitivity to light or photosensitivity disorder

• take medication known to cause significant photosensitivity

• have epilepsy or a seizure disorder, particularly if triggered by light

• have an active medical condition affecting your skin

• are undergoing treatment for cancer

• are pregnant or breastfeeding

• have another significant current medical condition.

Your practitioner will assess whether LED is suitable and, where necessary, treatment may be adapted, postponed or medical advice recommended.

Medication & Photosensitivity

This is probably the most important screening point for LED.

Some medications and treatments can make the skin or eyes more sensitive to light.

Please tell us about all medication you're taking, including anything recently prescribed or purchased over the counter.

Taking medication does not automatically mean you cannot have LED therapy. We will assess its relevance to the wavelengths being used and follow the manufacturer's treatment guidance.

What Happens During the Treatment?

Your skin will be cleansed and prepared before the flexible Celluma panel is positioned close to the treatment area.

The LED programme is then selected for your individual skin concerns.

During treatment you'll see the bright light through your closed eyes and may feel gentle warmth, although LED itself isn't intended to produce significant heat.

Most clients find the treatment comfortable and relaxing.

Eye Protection

The Celluma light can appear very bright.

We'll follow the appropriate Celluma eye-safety protocol for the programme being used and make sure you're comfortable before treatment begins.

Tell your practitioner immediately if you experience eye discomfort or unusual visual symptoms.

What Should I Expect Afterwards?

One of the advantages of LED Light Therapy is that there is usually little to no downtime.

Your skin may look:

• refreshed

• brighter

• temporarily slightly pink

• calm and hydrated, particularly when LED forms part of a facial.

You should normally be able to continue with your day immediately afterwards.

Aftercare

LED alone requires very little aftercare.

Following your treatment:

• continue with your normal gentle skincare routine

• keep the skin comfortably moisturised

• use broad-spectrum sun protection

• avoid deliberately irritating the skin with unnecessary aggressive exfoliation

• follow any additional advice given if LED was combined with another treatment.

There is generally no need to avoid exercise, showering or normal daily activities following LED-only treatment.

Can I Wear Makeup Afterwards?

Yes. If you've had LED as a standalone treatment and your skin is comfortable, makeup can generally be applied afterwards.

However, if LED has been combined with another procedure, such as a peel or microneedling, you should follow the aftercare instructions for that treatment instead.

LED After Other Skin Treatments

LED can sometimes be incorporated into treatment plans following other procedures because it doesn't rely on exfoliating or resurfacing the skin.

However, whether it is appropriate immediately after another treatment depends on the procedure performed and your individual skin.

Your practitioner will advise you.

Having LED as Part of Another Treatment?If your LED session forms part of a peel, microneedling or another advanced skin treatment, the aftercare for the main treatment takes priority. Your practitioner will explain what you should and shouldn't do afterwards.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

LED can be enjoyed as an individual facial, but its benefits are generally cumulative, so a course of regular treatments may be recommended when targeting a particular concern.

The frequency will depend on:

• your skin concern

• the Celluma programme being used

• whether LED is being used alone or alongside other treatments

• your individual treatment plan.

Your practitioner can recommend an appropriate course following your consultation.

LED for Blemish-Prone Skin

The Celluma acne programme can be used as part of a wider approach to managing mild to moderate blemish-prone skin.

Acne can have many causes, including hormones, genetics and inflammation, so LED should not be presented as a cure.

If you have severe, painful, cystic or rapidly worsening acne, or acne that is causing significant scarring, we may recommend speaking to your GP or dermatologist.

LED for Skin Ageing

Red and near-infrared LED can be used to support skin rejuvenation and improve the appearance of fine lines and overall skin quality.

It can work particularly well as part of a wider treatment plan alongside good skincare and other appropriately selected treatments.

Results develop gradually rather than producing an instant structural change to the skin.

When Should I Contact Eco Skin Clinic?

Significant reactions following LED-only treatment are uncommon.

Please contact us if you experience:

• unexpected or persistent redness

• significant irritation

• unusual skin sensitivity

• eye discomfort or visual symptoms

• a rash or unexpected reaction

• any other symptoms that concern you following treatment.