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Nov 20, 2023 · Rumoured to be as harmful as UVA or UVB lights, blue light has become aging’s new enemy, and over the past few years, skin care products have been developed to specifically protect against it.
- Jacqueline Kilikita
- Can creams really get rid of stretch marks and cellulite? It goes without saying that stretch marks and cellulite are both entirely normal and very common, but that hasn't stopped the beauty industry from dreaming up various creams, body oils and washes which claim to minimise the appearance over time.
- Do collagen face creams improve skin elasticity? Collagen is responsible for keeping skin plump and supple but over time our natural collagen levels decrease.
- Can skincare products actually protect against blue light? "There is no evidence that supports the need for specific products to protect against blue light at all," says aesthetician Alicia Lartey.
- Do facial cleansing devices give your skin a deeper clean? "Cleansing devices that claim to deep clean can be avoided, especially if you are using good quality acids that will chemically exfoliate skin," explains Dr Acharya.
- What Is Blue Light?
- How Does Blue Light Affect Your Skin?
- Do You Really Need A Blue Light-Blocking Product?
- Blue Light-Blocking Products
- Final Thoughts
To get a better understanding of what exactly blue light is, we spoke with Gary Heiting, O.D., and member of the Eyesafe Vision Advisory Board. He explained that visible light (aka radiant energy that can be perceived or seen with our eyes) consists of a range of different-colored light rays. When the lights are combined together, as they are in bo...
The good news is that, according to Heiting, "Blue light doesn't appear to be capable of causing sunburn or skin cancer as UV can." In fact, sometimes, blue light can even be beneficial to our skin—but only in controlled ways. Controlled use of blue light (aka blue light therapy) is actually used by dermatologists to treat acne, psoriasis, atopic d...
While more research needs to be done, it's worthwhile to take preventative measures. As Heiting points out, "It’s unlikely people’s use of computers, tablets, phones, and other blue light-emitting devices (including televisions) will decrease in the years ahead. And until large, long-term clinical trials can be conducted, it’s impossible to know ju...
Because the evolving research continues to suggest long-term exposure maylead to damage, blue light-blocking skincare is starting to trend. Here are some of our favorites. This hydrating, lightweight moisturizer protects your skin from both the indoor and outdoor light damage you encounter each day, all while evening your skin tone and adding a sub...
Our use of electronics and screens likely isn't slowing down any time soon. In fact, it's probably safe to say that as technology evolves, our screen time will only increase. While researchers still have some more work to do to examine how blue light exposure can truly affect the skin over time, what we do know so far is enough to make us think pro...
- Erin Celletti
The claims that the artificial “blue” light produced by device screens has detrimental impacts on the skin were quickly called into question. These (very legitimate) questions were then taken to the brand itself, and, surprise surprise, they were unable to cite any of their sources.
Sep 30, 2024 · Blue light therapy is an effective acne treatment and is useful for preventing early skin cancers. Here are all the facts, and the best blue light devices.
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Jun 5, 2024 · The best LED masks, tried and tested. Here's how light therapy can work to reduce wrinkles, improve radiance and firm skin in a matter of weeks.
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Jan 23, 2021 · Blue light protection skincare works by physically blocking the light and fighting off free radicals formed by blue light before they can wreak havoc on your skin (photoaging, collagen...
