In recent years, LED light therapy has created a real buzz among aestheticians, dermatologists and skincare enthusiasts. 

Fortunately, the hype is warranted — LED light therapy has consistently proven to be effective and safe, with those receiving it enjoying plump, glowing and rejuvenated skin after completing a course of treatment. 

With such reviews, we understand the impulse to wear that LED mask all day everyday.

Good news — the short answer is that you can’t really overdo LED light therapy. However, there are recommendations on how often you should use your LED mask for best results.

Below, we unpack why you can’t overdo LED light therapy. 

First, let’s recap the basics of LED light therapy. Light-Emitting Diode (LED) therapy is a non-invasive, pain-free treatment that uses light to address skin concerns. There is a range of different LED light wavelengths, each of which correlates with a different colour and penetrates the skin at varying depths. LED light therapy is used to treat a range of skin conditions, including 

Essentially, LED wavelengths enter the skin’s layers and stimulate the skin’s natural healing mechanisms. 

LED light causes an increase in collagen production, which smooths the skin and reduces the appearance of fine lines and age spots, and helps to alleviate the symptoms of oil-related skin conditions.

Some skin treatments — like vitamin A, chemical peels and laser therapy — are dangerous when overused. 

For example, excessive use of vitamin A can cause coarse hair, dry skin, cracked lips and partial hair loss.

But light therapy doesn’t incur the same risk. You can’t overdo LED light therapy. 

In fact, it responds well to multiple weekly uses. 

LED light therapy is proven to be a very safe treatment. Unlike many other skincare treatments, LED light therapy is suitable for all skin types and colours. It doesn’t contain UV light and therefore does not burn the skin. 

It’s safe to use regularly; regular use is even encouraged to achieve best results. 

Red light therapy, in particular, responds well to multiple weekly uses and does not harm the skin. What it will do is stimulate cellular repair and increase blood flow in the skin. 

Blue light therapy also works best when used frequently. It kills off acne-causing bacteria and reduces activity in oil-secreting glands, helping to tackle oily skin.

While overuse isn’t going to cause burns or serious skin damage, if you’re using an at-home LED device, be sure to follow the instructions for use. It’s also important to keep your eyes properly protected during each treatment session.

There is one caveat to be aware of. If you’re using Accutane or you have an active rash, you’ll need to check with your doctor before using LED light treatment. Exposure to LED may have adverse effects in these scenarios. 

LED light therapy is a cumulative treatment, so you’ll need to undergo sessions regularly to reap real rewards.

Generally, at least three to five sessions for a period of four to five weeks will yield excellent results. 

The length of each session will depend on the product you’re using. Some LED light treatments require 20 minutes of daily use, while others require just five. 

It’s also important to note that cramming in one big LED session won’t work. 

While it might be tempting to keep your mask on for an hour-long session today so you can skip your session tomorrow, this actually won’t increase its effectiveness — it’ll have the opposite effect. 

LED light therapy is designed to be used for short bursts daily over several weeks, so stick to this method for best results.

One of the major benefits of LED light therapy is you won’t have to navigate three to five weekly sessions at the aesthetician. At-home LED light therapy devices are very effective and allow you the flexibility of completing your treatment at home.

You’ll also maximise cost-per-use this way. While the cost may seem steep upfront, you’ll be able to use your mask daily for as long as you like, which proves more economically-effective in the long run.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I USE LED LIGHT THERAPY AT HOME?

So, you’ve picked up your LED light therapy device and you’re wondering, how often can I do LED light therapy at home?

We recommend using your LED light therapy device at least three to five times a week for best results. While you can now enjoy the convenience of undergoing an incredible skin treatment in the comfort of your own living room, it’s important to check in with your doctor before using any new skincare products. 

This is especially important if you have a diagnosed skin condition. Let your doctor know which product you’re looking to buy and they’ll be able to give you the all clear or steer you to a more suitable treatment. 

CAN YOU OVERDO LED LIGHT THERAPY? NOT REALLY, BUT LISTEN

LED light therapy is making waves in the skincare space and for good reason. It’s convenient, effective and suitable for all skin types. 

It has an exceptional safety profile. In fact, you can’t overdo LED light therapy. Overuse won’t cause burning or damage to the skin, but it won’t fast-track your results, either.

Generally, LED light therapy works best when used at least three to five times a week over a four to five week period. Each device will vary, so be sure to follow the instructions closely for best results.

Based on the world’s leading Omnilux MedicalTM light therapy technology, Contour is an FDA cleared flexible, portable, affordable home use devices for the face, neck &amp; décolletage that uses light emitting diodes (LED) to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve overall skin tone, firmness, and health.
As we age, collagen and elastin break down, resulting in a loss of volume in our skin, while years of exposure to UV rays causes pigmentation and sun spots.
Optimised energy output and two clinically proven wavelengths of red and near-infrared light work together on a cellular level to penetrate the deeper layers of skin and stimulate new collagen to restore elasticity, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and correct pigmentation from sun damage.
Red reduces inflammation, pigmentation, and redness, and helps prompt cellular repair and circulation for a more vibrant complexion, while Near-Infrared targets deeper fibroblast cells, stimulating new collagen and elastin production, resulting in plumper, firmer, more youthful looking skin.
HOW TO USE START
Three to five, 10-minute treatments per week for 4-6 weeks followed by maintenance as desired
HOW TO USE END 
EDITORS NOTES START
Omnilux is recognised as the world leader in medical-grade LED light therapy devices. LED (Light Emitting Diode) devices have long been used in clinic settings for the treatment of a variety of skin concerns including premature signs of ageing, acne, and sun and environmental damage.
Omnilux™ Professional LED devices are the gold-standard medical technology used by dermatologists and aestheticians world over because of their ability to promote skin recovery and healing.
LED therapy is a completely natural treatment and does not contain any harmful UV wavelengths; it does not create heat or thermally damage the skin.
EDITORS NOTES END

Contour Face, Neck & Decollété LED Mask Set

Clear Face Mask LED Therapy

Based on the world’s leading Omnilux MedicalTM light therapy technology, Contour is an FDA cleared flexible, portable, affordable home use device for the face that uses light emitting diodes (LED) to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve overall skin tone, firmness, and health. 
As we age, collagen and elastin break down, resulting in a loss of volume in our skin, while years of exposure to UV rays causes pigmentation and sun spots. 
Optimised energy output and two clinically proven wavelengths of red and near-infrared light work together on a cellular level to penetrate the deeper layers of skin and stimulate new collagen to restore elasticity, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and correct pigmentation from sun damage.
Red reduces inflammation, pigmentation, and redness, and helps prompt cellular repair and circulation for a more vibrant complexion, while Near-Infrared targets deeper fibroblast cells, stimulating new collagen and elastin production, resulting in plumper, firmer, more youthful looking skin.
HOW TO USE START
Three to five, 10-minute treatments per week for 4-6 weeks followed by maintenance as desired
HOW TO USE END
EDITORS NOTES START
Omnilux is recognised as the world leader in medical-grade LED light therapy devices. LED (Light Emitting Diode) devices have long been used in clinic settings for the treatment of a variety of skin concerns including premature signs of ageing, acne, and sun and environmental damage. 
Omnilux™ Professional LED devices are the gold-standard medical technology used by dermatologists and aestheticians world over because of their ability to promote skin recovery and healing.
LED therapy is a completely natural treatment and does not contain any harmful UV wavelengths; it does not create heat or thermally damage the skin. 
EDITORS NOTES END 
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Contour Face Mask LED Therapy

Contour Neck & Décolleté Mask LED Therapy

Based on the world’s leading Omnilux MedicalTM light therapy technology, Contour is an FDA cleared flexible, portable, affordable home use device for the face that uses light emitting diodes (LED) to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve overall skin tone, firmness, and health. 
As we age, collagen and elastin break down, resulting in a loss of volume in our skin, while years of exposure to UV rays causes pigmentation and sun spots. 
Optimised energy output and two clinically proven wavelengths of red and near-infrared light work together on a cellular level to penetrate the deeper layers of skin and stimulate new collagen to restore elasticity, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and correct pigmentation from sun damage.
Red reduces inflammation, pigmentation, and redness, and helps prompt cellular repair and circulation for a more vibrant complexion, while Near-Infrared targets deeper fibroblast cells, stimulating new collagen and elastin production, resulting in plumper, firmer, more youthful looking skin.
HOW TO USE START
Three to five, 10-minute treatments per week for 4-6 weeks followed by maintenance as desired
HOW TO USE END
EDITORS NOTES START
Omnilux is recognised as the world leader in medical-grade LED light therapy devices. LED (Light Emitting Diode) devices have long been used in clinic settings for the treatment of a variety of skin concerns including premature signs of ageing, acne, and sun and environmental damage. 
Omnilux™ Professional LED devices are the gold-standard medical technology used by dermatologists and aestheticians world over because of their ability to promote skin recovery and healing.
LED therapy is a completely natural treatment and does not contain any harmful UV wavelengths; it does not create heat or thermally damage the skin. 
EDITORS NOTES END

Contour Glove LED Therapy

The good news is that you can’t really overdo LED light therapy. However, there are recommendations on how often you should use your LED mask for best results.

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I HAVE LONG BEEN A LOVER OF SKIN TECHNOLOGY.

Initially, my love for a techy skin device was akin to my love of “giving facials” to my parents when I was 5 or 6 years old - I loved the idea of running a day spa, with absolutely no idea what I was doing. 

The difference was that at age 5 I was using liquid hand soap as a cleanser and moisturiser in one, while as an adult I was using microcurrent, sonic tech and LED and just… hoping for the best. 

Since my first introduction to skin tech some 7 years ago, give or take, I have done something 5 year old Gemma hadn’t considered- I’ve done my research. 

With reading, questioning, and near-countless interviews with dermatologists now under my belt, I’m no longer dazzled by the initial excitement of beauty tech and only use and recommend devices that can actually deliver a change in the skin. 

I’m fussy and particular about what I work into my routine, and LED Therapy is one form of skin technology that I now, sincerely, cannot imagine my beauty routine without. 

LED, also known as Light Therapy, emits infrared lights in different wavelengths. Those wavelengths show up to the naked eye as different colours, with each colour/wavelength delivering a different skin benefit. 

An LED device, be that device in-clinic or at home, will send lightwaves deep within the skin to trigger a reaction in the cells. 

It’s important to note that LED light therapy does not use any UV light rays, so LED light therapy cannot cause skin cancer. LED is also completely painless.

Red is the most common LED colour/wavelength used in both clinical treatments and home LED masks. 

Red LED has the ability to increase the skin’s natural production of collagen, leaving the skin looking younger by plumping up fine lines and wrinkles and smoothing out the skin’s surface. 

Given that the neck, décolletage and hands are typically the first areas of the body to display visible signs of ageing, red LED neck, chest and hand masks are popular both in salon and at home. 

Although instant results are possible, the effects of LED light therapy on the skin are cumulative. As LED is non-invasive, it is suitable for all skin types.

As I’m a beauty writer and not a dermatologist, I can’t categorically tell you whether or not a product or treatment is “worth it.” 

What I can tell you, however, is that in my own experience regular use of home LED light therapy masks and devices has been of major benefit to my skin. 

The argument against home LED devices is, usually, something along the lines of how much more powerful a clinical device is, which is the case for just about any clinical skin treatment - a peel, laser hair removal, skin needling, you name it. 

This is absolutely true, as a device developed for use in the home needs to be safe to use without the supervision of a skin professional which means, more often than not, a home device will be a bit “weaker” than what you’d get in a clinic, salon or spa. 

While the above is true, I think it’s worth reiterating that the results of LED are cumulative, so while we lose some treatment strength with a home device, we gain the ability to treat our skin to light therapy far more often than most of us could afford (or fit into our schedule) if we were relying solely on clinical treatments. 

I personally use a LED face mask as well as a separate neck and décolletage mask, and have done so a few times a week for roughly two years. 

The biggest changes I’ve seen in my own skin have all come back to inflammation, both in terms of breakout healing (I find any spots that may arise heal in next to no time when I’m using an LED mask a few nights per week) and general winter dryness and irritation (the cooler months used to be of detriment to my skin barrier, leaving my with dry, slightly red skin, however I have not experienced this since implementing regular light therapy into my routine). 

I am 29 years old so I can’t comment on any anti-ageing benefits, however I have my fingers crossed that some preventative action is at play.

My mother also uses a home LED mask regularly, and has found the red light to be incredibly beneficial for her rosacea. 

LED light therapy should be undertaken when the skin is clean - after removing makeup and thoroughly cleansing the skin, and before you apply any serums, moisturisers or treatments. 

Topical skincare can act as a bit of a blocker for the light wavelengths, so having clean skin and clear pores is important in order to achieve the best possible results. 

If I have the time, I like to use my LED masks in bed as a bit of a meditative moment, so I’ll cleanse my skin then pop a moisturiser beside my bed that I can quickly apply following my light therapy. 

The amount of time you need to wear your LED mask for, and how many treatments you can enjoy each week, is dependent on the mask itself. Refer to your devices' user manual for specific details on this. 

Curious about how this skincare tech works and most importantly, is it worth the money? Gemma Watts breaks it down.

Everything You Need to Know About LED Masks

LED Light Therapy For Home Use. Omnilux is recognized as the world leader in medical-grade LED light therapy devices and is the brand most trusted and used by dermatologists. Omnilux now offers home-use devices based on its proven, professional-grade technology.

Backed by over 40 peer-reviewed clinical studies and decades of continuous research, Omnilux is the brand most trusted and used by dermatologists worldwide.


With more FDA-approved indications than any other brand, Omnilux has now pioneered the use of their gold-standard medical LED technology in convenient at-home devices, paving the way for unlimited, transformative skincare treatments without a clinical visit.

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