Why red light therapy boosts not only your skin but also your hair
There are those beauty products that I just can't stop talking about. Not because they are new, but because they really do something. For me, red light therapy is one of those. Yes, it’s a bit of an investment, but as far as I’m concerned, it’s one that is worth every penny. Back in the days, I started with an LED mask because I was curious about all the stories of a more even skin tone, fewer fine lines, and that healthy glow everyone was talking about. By now, I can tell you: it works. I really find it a game changer. But there’s more…
Everyone knows red light therapy for your skin, but did you know this about your hair?
While red light therapy is becoming quite established in the world of skincare, there is one application that far fewer people know about: your hair. And honestly? When I discovered that the same technology now also exists specifically for your scalp, I was immediately so curious.
Why red light therapy actually works
Red light therapy may sound like something very futuristic, but it’s actually quite simple. LED devices emit specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light that can penetrate deep enough into the skin to give the cells an extra energy boost. The light does not heat your skin, but stimulates natural energy production (ATP), thereby supporting the skin's natural healing process.
In addition, red light therapy can support the production of collagen and elastin, help reduce redness, and make the skin look firmer, more even, and healthier. A technique that was even recommended by my own dermatologist. My LED mask has now become just as much a part of my beauty routine as a nice night cream or applying SPF every day.
Your scalp is also skin
We all pay a lot of attention to caring for our face, but often forget that our scalp is also just skin. At least… I do. While that might actually be where the foundation for healthy and strong hair lies. Just like the skin on your face, hair follicles need enough energy and good blood circulation to function optimally. And it seems that red light therapy can play an interesting role there again.
The red light reaches the hair follicles in the scalp and stimulates energy production in the cells again. At the same time, blood circulation can improve, allowing the hair roots to be better supplied with oxygen and nutrients. This can contribute to fuller-looking hair, less hair loss, and a longer growth phase of the hair. And honestly? That makes it just as interesting to me as the benefits for my skin.
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Who, what, (h)air?
So here’s a tip from me. Because I have such good experiences with my LED mask, I honestly didn’t have to think long when I heard that CurrentBody now also has an LED Hair Growth Helmet. While I have been caring for my skin with red light therapy for years, my scalp now also gets the same attention. The helmet uses the same LED technology but is specially developed to evenly distribute the light over the entire scalp. The nice thing is that you can use it at home, hands-free, and in just ten minutes while you start Netflix or finish up some last emails. That makes it incredibly easy to incorporate it into your routine.
The beauty trend we will only hear more about in the coming years
Long story short: LED masks are now indispensable in the beauty world. Where they seemed futuristic a few years ago, you now see them more and more in the bathrooms of beauty lovers and on the shelves of skin clinics. And honestly? I expect the same will happen with red light therapy for the scalp. We are investing more and more in skin longevity, but healthy aging doesn’t stop at our face. A healthy scalp and strong hair are just as important to me.
Who wants to be beautiful…
Oh, and one last thing. Perhaps the most important thing to know: red light therapy is not a quick fix. The power lies in the repetition. The studies showing positive results are almost all based on consistent use.
Research into the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet shows that hair growth speed increased by an average of 123% after twelve weeks, and the condition and hydration of the scalp improved by 15%. So it’s really a beauty routine that’s not just about how you look today, but also about how your skin and hair will look in five or ten years. Winning, guys.
