You’ve likely noticed the multitude of cosmetic red light therapies such as masks, wands and even facials that have become an increasingly popular treatment for wrinkles or other signs of aging over the past few years. As interest continues to grow, you’re likely to notice more devices and services that target the entire body popping up locally at wellness centers and tanning salons.
Here’s what you need to know about full-body red light therapy and where to find it in Chattanooga.
What red light therapy does
Red light therapy — sometimes called low-level laser light therapy or photobiomodulation — uses low-wavelength red light to improve skin appearance and treat skin issues such as redness, acne, scars, wrinkles and other kinds of aging, although, according to the Cleveland Clinic, more clinical trials are necessary to confirm the effectiveness of these treatments.