Red light therapy is one of the most researched beauty technologies in at-home skincare. But a question that comes up a lot is: can you do too much?
The short answer is yes. But the more useful answer is: more isn't better. The right dose is.
Can you do red light therapy every day?
How often you should use red light therapy depends on the device's wavelength, power, and recommended treatment time.
Whether you can use red light therapy every day depends on the device you're using. Some are designed for daily use, while others recommend sessions several times a week.
For best results, use the CurrentBody LED Red Light Therapy Mask 3 to 5 times a week for 10 minutes as part of your skincare routine. Consistency is generally more important than simply increasing the number of sessions.
What happens if you overdo red light therapy?
Using more red light therapy than recommended doesn't necessarily mean better results. Increasing your dose beyond the optimal range may lead to diminished results rather than additional benefits. You may also notice temporary skin effects such as redness, warmth, dryness, and sensitivity.
If your skin feels uncomfortable after a session, stop using the device and allow your skin to settle before your next treatment.
So, how much red light therapy is too much? There isn't one amount that’s right for every device. The appropriate dose depends on the device you’re using and how it delivers light to the skin.
The goal isn't to expose your skin to as much light as possible. It's to give it the right amount.
Why more red light therapy isn’t always better
Red light therapy follows what's known as a biphasic dose response. In simple terms, this means there is an optimal range where light can have the desired effect, and increasing the dose beyond that range doesn't necessarily produce a greater response.
This is why extending your treatment time or adding extra sessions isn't automatically going to give you better results.
How to find the right red light therapy dose for your skin
Finding the right dose isn't just about how often to use red light therapy. It's about delivering the right amount of light at the right wavelength.
That’s why our Series 3 LED Red Light Therapy Face Mask takes a different approach. As beauty tech experts, we’ve taken the guesswork out with MyDose™ technology.
You choose the wavelengths you want to use and where you want to use them. MyDose™ does the rest, automatically calculating the dose and adjusting the power output for each wavelength.
If you're not sure which wavelengths to choose, there are four clinician-approved full-face preset modes to help you get started.
Get the right light, at the right dose, where you need it. Without the guesswork.
