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Tried and tested... the Oh My Cream LED treatment

Last addition to our Marylebone boutique’s treatment menu, LED treatments are known to have renewal and repair powers! Ellie, Oh My Cream’s head of content and social, tested our in-store LED treatments to help with blemishes, and here is her review! 

What exactly are LED treatment?

LEDs are a type of therapy known as photobiomodulation whereby a low-level electric current is passed through a diode that then emits light. This light is a form of energy or ‘proton’  which can penetrate the skin down to the level of the mitochondria where the cells’ energy is stored, thereby promoting the production of Adénosine-TriphosPhate (aka cellular energy). In a nutshell, it helps to regenerate and repair the skin.

Each type of skin problem can be targeted with a specific light colour as wavelengths differ and can each have a specific effect on the skin. The good news? They can be combined! 

The Milta Derm Treatment

For our LED treatment at Oh My Cream, we use the Milta Derm technology. Milta Derm is is an innovative process combining a split cold laser and LEDs. Photonic radiation is then boosted by magnetic tunnels that stimulate the production of new collagen fibres and restructure existing fibres, resulting in deep regeneration with exceptional results. It is suitable for all skin types (skin type, skin conditions) and all skin tones, from the lightest to the darkest.

 

Differences between LED and laser 

While they share similar benefits, LED and laser's actions and impact on the skin are quite different. For starters, a laser treatment provides a powerful photons emission, while LED offers a more diffuse light emission. Laser is also a more invasive treatment and can create inflammation, when LED is non-invasive and less « traumatic » to tissue. Moreover, a laser penetrates as much as LED but « destroys to beautify » while LED regenerates and repairs

LED colours and their benefits

  • Indigo light (150/380 nm): it has an anti-blemishes and antibacterial actions. 
  • Blue light (390/475 nm): it has an antiseptic function, antibacterial, anti imperfections.
  • Green light (480/545 nm): it acts against hyperpigmentation and dark spots.
  • Red light (630/650 nm): it acts on wrinkles and scars, promotes tissue regeneration and tightens the pores of the skin...
  • Yellow light (545/590 nm): it acts on the cells of the superficial dermis, stimulates fibroblasts to increase the production of collagen and elastin, improves blood circulation, strengthens lymphatic drainage, tones the muscles smoothing the skin, consolidates the surface of the skin.
  • Orange light (590/630 nm): it also has a firming action and boosts collagen and eslatin production. However, orange LED would have a better penetrating effect than yellow.
  • Infra-Red light (780/850/940 nm): it has a healing effect.

Ellie’s experience with LEDS

"LEDs have been a part of the various different skincare treatments I’ve tested over the years. But this is different as it’s a treatment that’s 100% LED and that stars with  a thorough double cleansing routine followed by a brief skin consultation. As my skin is misbehaving at the moment, we opt for a two-phase treatment to treat my blemishes. First of all, blue LEDs in order to purify, then infrared to help the skin to heal.

Glasses protect my eyes for the duration of the LED treatment session with little pads on each eye so that I’m comfortable for the next 20 minutes or so. Even with my eyes closed, the strength of the lights means I can tell where I am in the programme. It’s a little surprising at first but you get used to it. Since the whole process is completely pain-free, I find, to my surprise, that I can really relax and make the most of having some time to myself. Once the session has finished, it’s time for a layer of Oh My Cream Skincare Universal Cream and Sun Protection Face Cream SPF50+. Thanks to the facialist’s magic touch I leave with that post-facial glow that we all love!"

“Since the whole process is completely pain-free, I found, to my surprise, I could really relax and make the most of having some time to myself.”

Results on Ellie's skin

"After just one session my skin already looks more radiant and I have fewer spots on my chin. To optimise the results we decide to carry on the course with sessions, two per week. 

In my case, the first four sessions were particularly amazing. The spots cleared up and the quality of my skin was much improved.

One month after my last session, my skin is much healthier and the spots haven’t come back. So, for me LEDs have become a new regular ritual in my skincare regime which has become increasingly minimalist and effective! Holistic beauty can have that effect!"

Frequencies, contraindications & other informations

Frequency: 1 to 2 sessions maximum per week, spaced at least 48 hours apart. For optimal results, we recommend 5 to 10 sessions starting with 1 to 2 per week for 2 weeks and a maintenance treatment once a month to ensure the durability of the results. The results appear quickly from the first sessions. 

 

Contraindications: the treatment isn't recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, cardiac battery carrier (pacemaker and valve prostheses), people suffering of thyroid problems and epilepsy and cancer patient (not on tumour tissue area). 

 

Side Effects: there are NO side effects with phototherapy. This is a non-medical and non-invasive act, so you can resume your activities normally after a LED session. Very rarely, it can appear a slight redness or swelling that disappear in a few minutes. 

 

The Face LED Treatment is exclusively available at our Marylebone boutique. 

Count £60 for a 20 minutes session.

24 New Cavendish Street, London, United Kingdom

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