The right skincare routine is something to be crafted meticulously. Not only is it individual––meaning that what’s best for one person might not work for another––but what’s best for a person in winter may not work for them during spring and summer.
As we get older, naturally, so does our skin. As we age, our cells age, slowing down the cellular turnover process. With aging skin, there are certain needs to cater to that differ throughout the aging process. Ingredients that are good for mature skin could be too harsh for teenage skin, and vice-versa.
Finding the right skincare for winter can be a challenge. The air is drier and harsher, making skin more prone to dryness and irritation. Of course, people can do things like sleeping with a humidifier in the room, eating clean, showering in warm water, and staying hydrated; and while these ideas do help to prevent flaky and dehydrated skin, they only work to a certain extent.
While many stick to a strict winter skincare routine, following the same routine during spring and summer can actually be counterproductive in achieving the results desired. In the winter, most skincare enthusiasts use thicker and heavier products for hydration and protection; however, it’s important to just incorporate lighter products during spring time.
Why can’t we use the same products all year round? Spring brings us different temperatures and climate. Humidity goes up, UV increases, and the temperature is warmer. The creams used during winter become too heavy during springtime, and the cleansers and moisturizers that helped skin in wintertime clog can sometimes pores during the spring and summer. However, there is a way to help transition skincare routines from winter to spring, and that’s with light therapy.
What is light therapy? Well, before we dive in, you may be wondering, ‘is light therapy treatment safe?’ Absolutely. It’s a non-invasive, and non-pharmaceutical treatment providing outstanding skincare results. It helps produce ATP, which provides the energy that runs our whole body. Through increased ATP, cellular turnover is improved with long-term light therapy treatments.
Light therapy can help with the transition in the way that it prepares the skin for the change. It helps reprogram cell turnover, which provides fresher skin and balances out the natural nutrients our skin needs. This can help with getting ready for the transition of seasonal skincare products.
Within one week, you or your client’s skin sees an improvement in ATP production, thus, reducing complexion, aging, and acne issues. By regenerating new cells, you’re likely witnessing a fresher face, and glowing skin. Naturally, the longer a person commits to light therapy, the better the results – all good things come with time. But light therapy presents a more powerful solution than simply relying on creams and serums, alone. With skincare products, the outer layer of the skin is repaired and the job gets halfway done.
Getting used to a new skincare routine can take from 5-8 weeks, which is why it’s important to have the skin in the best possible condition in-between transitions. Light therapy helps reduce the chances of the negative effects that can easily occur in changing a skincare routine. Having the option to avoid irritation, acne, and redness comes simply by integrating light therapy into one’s facial routine.
However, irritation is sometimes inevitable, particularly in those with acne-prone or sensitive skin, and this can sometimes lead to hyperpigmentation and acne scars. But, luckily, this irritation and acne scarring can be treated at home with light therapy, as well.
And, it’s ideal for dermatologists and aestheticians who want a non-invasive and non-pharmaceutical treatment for their clients in the treatment room. In addition, light therapy masks can be customized with multi or single light to suit your client’s needs.
Kayian's light therapy devices are MDA-certified and FDA-approved, and created for clinical use. If you’re a dermatologist or aesthetician, you have the freedom of customizing your light therapy device to provide the best results for your clients. With a light therapy device in your office, you’ll give your clients the results they want, and have them coming back for more.