Is anyone concerned re: long-term use of LED light therapy?
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free skin care · Tue Dec 26, 2006 11:00 am

I don't know if I need to have any concerns at all, but I am saving up to order the LightStim device (LED) light therapy, and I am having concerns about long-term effects. Do you think there's any reason to think that since the skin cells are "stimulated" that this could be a worry for skin cancer over long-term use?

I was a sun-worshiper many years ago as a teenager, and am concerned that I may have some "unhealthy" skin cells now, even though I checked out ok for now last year with the dermatologist.

But I REALLY want help with my fine lines and some sagging (I'm 51) , can't use Botox, and really am wanting to try the LightStim. Also want it for acne and rosacea and redness issues.

To those who have talked with dermatologists about similar types of devices and LED light therapy, have you asked them about any potential harmful long-term effects? Confused

I have wanted something like this for a long time, because I used to clear my skin up from breakouts by holding my face up to the sun, and the next few days and weeks, my skin would clear up so well (this was years ago when I was doing this - I started avoiding the sun about 25 years ago and started being very cautious).

But since I've had quite a bit of sun exposure in the past, I'm wondering about the LED lights and my skin. I can't get in to see a derm. for a while to ask them my questions.

free skin care · Tue Dec 26, 2006 11:39 am

Do a google search. There are a multitude of studies, many of them done by NASA (which I consider particularly trustworthy), indicating that there are few things safer!

free skin care · Tue Dec 26, 2006 11:47 am

I, too, am a little worried about holding the thingy to my face for long, protracted amounts of time... But until they come out with a broken capillary zapper, I'm holding out...
Does everyone have unqualified good reviews at this point? So curious how everyone's auto-treatments are going...

--avalange

free skin care · Tue Dec 26, 2006 1:12 pm

I am concerned, but a number of studies indicate that LED therapy is safe.

free skin care · Mon Jan 01, 2007 10:56 pm

luvsgracy, have you called LightStim and discussed your concern with them? I just placed an order today, so I hope it is safe! I googled and found this article: http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/new-non-invasive-applications-led-light/story.aspx?guid=%7BF9916B29-00BE-44F4-BDF4-0AC827C1A52E%7D

Though it's not LightStim, the article is about a company that offers a similar product using LED technology to treat skin problems (aging, acne, etc).

Quote: "The Omnilux light trio is an FDA-approved medical device, whose scientific heritage spans nearly 20 years. It is FDA approved for both safety and efficacy, and is supported by more than forty-five independent peer review studies, plus Omnilux treatments are compatible with other existing skin rejuvenation procedures such as Botox(TM), dermal fillers and thread lifts."

HTH

free skin care · Mon Jan 01, 2007 11:06 pm

I just read in the FAQ section at lightstim.com that the light could be used to treat tummy stretch marks. WOW! I would be so happy if I could get rid of these things. It says it might take 6-12 months. I will be patient!

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