How Do I Prep My Skin Before Getting Red Light Therapy?

Whether you’re thinking about scheduling a red light therapy appointment or have already done so, knowing how to prepare for this skin care treatment is a must. By taking the right steps to prepare your skin in the days and hours leading up to your appointment, you’ll be able to get the most out of your treatment.

Any time you schedule a red light therapy session, your skin care specialist should provide you with specific and customized guidelines. This should include information on what to do both before and after your appointment. While your exact preparation recommendations may vary a bit based on your own skin care needs, there are some general tips to keep in mind when it comes to preparing your skin for red light therapy.

Products to Use

Most of the preparation for red light therapy simply involves knowing which skin care products are okay to continue using and which should be avoided before your treatment session. Why? Because red light therapy involves the use of light waves that must penetrate the skin and reach the skin’s cells in order to be effective. Some products can inhibit the ability of these light waves to reach past the surface of the skin, whereas other products can actually help you achieve better results.

In general, the use of salicylic acids, BHAs, and retinols is encouraged in the days leading up to your red light therapy treatment. These ingredients can help to clear clogged pores, keep skin moisturized, and encourage healthy cell growth. These can all maximize the results of your red light therapy treatment.

The most important thing to keep in mind, however, is to avoid changing up your skin care routine right before your first red light therapy treatment. If these ingredients are already a part of your existing routine, you can continue using them—but it’s best not to introduce any new products to your skin right before your appointment, as there is always a risk of adverse reaction to product you’ve never used before.

Products to Avoid

One of the most important things to avoid leading up to your red light therapy appointment is the use of sunscreen. That’s because sunscreens can actually block the infrared light waves that are used during a red light therapy session. This can inhibit your results, so be sure to avoid applying sunscreen immediately before your scheduled appointment.

Other Tips to Prepare

Another step you can take to prepare your skin for red light therapy is to use a face massager or face roller in the hour or so leading up to your appointment. These rollers can stimulate blood circulation to the treatment area, which can maximize the effectiveness of your red light therapy session.

Ready for Red Light Therapy?

If you have any additional questions leading up to your red light therapy appointment or are simply looking for the best products to help you maximize your results, Envy Light Capsule is here to help. Reach out to our team to learn more about how our Lightwave Envy Light Capsule can transform your skin for good.