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Introducing La Pelle's Nurture Light, a 635nm - 850nm red light and infrared LED mask that’s ideal for home and personal use. This medical-grade, FDA-approved device features 372 diodes across two wavelengths, promoting optimal skin health.
The mask’s adaptive, silicon-based design ensures a perfect fit for your face and can be used on other body parts for healing, skin repair, and reducing inflammation.
Nurture Me Light effectively addresses chronic skin conditions, reflecting our founders principles of simplicity and consistency.
Designed for individuals of all ages, including post partnum mothers suffering with post operative wounds, acne, sore nipples, hair loss, atopic dermatitis (eczema) skin conditions and more!
Nurture Me Light aligns with La Pelle Clinic’s mission to provide effective skin health solutions to everyone.
The use of light and laser therapies in acne treatment is growing due to their safety, effectiveness, and minimal risk of complications when applied correctly. These modalities are increasingly being combined with pharmacological and/or physical treatments to enhance their effects and improve therapeutic outcomes. This review examines the optical devices used for acne treatment, highlighting their current applications, utility, and effectiveness.
The science behind LED THERAPY:
Light plays an important role in biological processes like sleep-wake cycles, circadian rhythms, and vitamin absorption. The development of lasers has allowed scientists to use specific wavelengths of light to stimulate biological systems, especially in healing and tissue regeneration. In medicine and dentistry, lasers are used for treatments like photobiomodulation (PBM), which can help with tissue repair.
At the same time, stem cell research has helped us understand how these cells repair and regenerate tissue. PBM has been found to speed up healing by stimulating mitochondrial activity and boosting cell energy production. This process is valuable for improving bone repair and other types of tissue regeneration.
Bio-Modulation of Cells and Tissues with Lasers
This non-invasive treatment uses low-intensity lasers or LEDs to reduce inflammation and relieve pain, which can help with conditions like tendinitis, nerve injuries, osteoarthritis, and wound healing. While mild side effects like skin irritation and redness can occur, they are usually harmless and do not increase the temperature of the treated tissue.
One exciting area of research is how PBM affects stem cells. Studies show that PBM can boost the growth of various types of stem cells, including those from gums, dental pulp, and bone marrow. PBM may also improve cell movement, as seen in skin stem cells. However, the exact effects on stem cell differentiation (the process by which stem cells turn into specialized cell types) are still being debated.
The success of PBM depends on factors like light wavelength, energy density, and how long the laser is applied. Most research focuses on red and near-infrared light, with wavelengths between 600 and 1100 nm being common. Some studies suggest that shorter wavelengths, like blue and green light, might help with stem cell differentiation, opening up new possibilities for future treatments.
PBM’s healing effects are believed to come from its interaction with mitochondria, the energy-producing parts of cells. When light hits a molecule called cytochrome c oxidase in the mitochondria, it helps produce more ATP (the cell's energy source) and increases the production of important molecules like nitric oxide (NO) and reactive oxygen species (ROS). These molecules help cells repair themselves, regenerate tissue, and promote healing.ROS play a key role in both therapies, but in PBM, they help repair tissue and encourage the growth of new, healthy cells.
Some research has also shown that PBM can help stem cells differentiate and repair tissue. It’s thought that PBM stimulates a shift in the cell’s energy production from simple processes like glycolysis to more efficient processes like oxidative phosphorylation, which is important for bone formation. ROS and calcium ions may also help trigger specific genes that guide stem cell differentiation. Moreover, studies suggest that light at certain wavelengths, like 810 nm, can enhance mitochondrial function and promote the healing process in tissues like skin and bone.
By understanding how different wavelengths of light affect cells, scientists are opening up new possibilities for using lasers and light therapy to accelerate tissue repair, regenerate skin, and enhance stem cell treatments.
BLUE LIGHT:
Blue light therapy helps with acne primarily by targeting Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), the bacteria implicated in the development of acne. The key mechanism involves porphyrins, natural substances produced by the bacteria within sebaceous follicles (the small openings connected to hair follicles and oil glands).
Here's how blue light therapy works:
Light Absorption by Porphyrins: Blue light, particularly at a wavelength of 415 nm, is effectively absorbed by the porphyrins found in P. acnes. These porphyrins act as natural photosensitizers, meaning they absorb light energy.
Photo-Excitation and Bactericidal Action: When porphyrins absorb the blue light, they become photo-excited, which leads to the production of singlet oxygen and reactive free radicals. These highly reactive molecules damage and kill P. acnes bacteria, reducing their numbers and helping to decrease acne-related inflammation.
Targeting the Sebaceous Glands: Blue light, due to its shorter wavelength, is primarily effective at targeting surface-level structures. However, it also has a secondary effect on the sebaceous glands, where it can reduce the overproduction of sebum (oil) that contributes to clogged pores and acne formation. By targeting P. acnes and reducing sebum production, blue light helps to keep the skin clearer.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: In addition to its antibacterial action, blue light has been shown to exert anti-inflammatory effects on the skin. It can influence the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines in skin cells called keratinocytes, further reducing redness and swelling associated with acne.
In summary, blue light therapy works by absorbing into the skin where it targets P. acnes bacteria, kills them with singlet oxygen and free radicals, and helps reduce inflammation and sebaceous gland activity. This combined effect helps clear acne and promote healthier, less inflamed skin.
RED LIGHT:
Red light therapy (or photobiomodulation, PBM) helps with wound healing, including C-section scars, episiotomy recovery, and after skin cancer lesion removal, by working at the cellular level to speed up the repair process.
Here’s how it works:
1. Boosts Energy Production (ATP)
When red light hits the skin, it’s absorbed by cytochrome c oxidase, an enzyme in the mitochondria (the cell’s energy center). This increases ATP production, which provides the energy needed for cells to heal, repair, and regenerate tissue. More energy = faster healing.
2. Promotes Tissue Regeneration
PBM also encourages glycolysis, a process that helps cells produce energy even when oxygen is low, like at a wound site. This helps cells repair tissue more quickly, which is key for healing surgical wounds like episiotomies or C-sections.
3. Stimulates Healing through Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
PBM creates ROS, which are reactive molecules that help signal cells to heal. ROS encourage the body’s immune cells to clean up damaged tissue and trigger the growth of new skin cells. This helps wounds heal faster and reduces scarring.
4. Reduces Inflammation
One of the key benefits of red light therapy is its ability to reduce inflammation. After surgery or skin injury, PBM helps balance the body’s inflammatory response, cutting down on swelling, pain, and redness, leading to a more comfortable healing process.
5. Promotes Collagen Production
Collagen is a protein that gives skin its strength and structure. PBM stimulates collagen production by activating fibroblasts (cells that create collagen). This helps wounds close more effectively, reduces scarring, and improves the overall texture of the skin after surgery.
6. Speeds Up Skin Repair
PBM also encourages skin cells to multiply and migrate faster, which speeds up the process of covering the wound with new skin. This helps reduce scar formation and makes the wound heal more efficiently.
7. Improves Blood Flow
By improving circulation, PBM ensures that the healing tissue gets plenty of oxygen and nutrients, which helps wounds heal faster. This is important for post-surgery recovery and skin repair.
INFRARED LIGHT:
Infrared light therapy (often used in photobiomodulation, or PBM) works similarly to red light therapy, but with longer wavelengths (typically between 700 nm to 1200 nm). While red light primarily targets surface layers of the skin, infrared light penetrates deeper into the tissue, making it particularly effective for wound healing in deeper layers and for reducing pain and inflammation.
Here’s how infrared light aids in post-surgical recovery (like C-section scars, episiotomies, or skin cancer lesion removal):
1. Deeper Tissue Penetration
Infrared light has a longer wavelength, which allows it to penetrate deeper into the skin and reach tissues like muscles, nerves, and even sebaceous glands. This deeper penetration is especially helpful for healing deeper wounds, reducing swelling, and improving the overall recovery process after surgery or injury.
2. Boosts Energy Production (ATP)
Like red light, infrared light is absorbed by cytochrome c oxidase in the mitochondria, which increases ATP production. ATP is the energy currency of cells, and more energy helps them repair tissue, regenerate cells, and heal wounds faster. More ATP = faster healing for surgical scars and tissue repair.
3. Reduces Inflammation and Pain
Infrared light is particularly effective at reducing inflammation and promoting pain relief. When applied to surgical wounds or injuries, it can help regulate the body’s inflammatory response, decreasing swelling and redness around the wound site. It also stimulates the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, which helps with post-surgery discomfort and recovery.
4. Stimulates Collagen Production
Similar to red light, infrared light promotes the production of collagen, a crucial protein for skin regeneration. By activating fibroblasts (the cells responsible for producing collagen), infrared light therapy can enhance skin repair and reduce scar formation. This is important for healing surgical wounds, as collagen strengthens and smooths the skin as it recovers.
5. Enhances Circulation and Oxygenation
Infrared light helps improve blood flow to the treated area, which is vital for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the wounded tissue. Better circulation speeds up the healing process and ensures that the skin receives everything it needs to repair itself. This is particularly useful for C-sections and other surgical scars that require healthy tissue regeneration.
6. Promotes Cellular Repair and Regeneration
By boosting ATP production and encouraging ROS (reactive oxygen species) signaling, infrared light promotes cellular repair. It activates cells to migrate to the injury site, accelerate tissue regeneration, and close the wound faster. This helps not only with faster healing but also with the reduction of scar tissue.
7. Pain Relief
Infrared light has a well-documented effect on reducing pain in injured or post-surgical tissue. It works by promoting the release of endorphins and enkephalins, which naturally reduce pain and promote a sense of well-being, helping to manage discomfort after surgery like C-section or skin cancer lesion removal.
WHY IT DOES NOT REPLACE IN CLINIC LED TREATMENT OR VISITS:
At-home LED devices are a convenient way to continue skin treatments between in-clinic sessions, but they are not meant to replace professional treatments. Instead, they work in tandem with clinical LED therapies to enhance results.
Here's why:
1. Professional Devices Have Higher Intensity
In-office LED treatments typically use devices that emit higher intensity light than what is available in at-home devices. This is important because higher intensity allows for deeper penetration of light into the skin, leading to more dramatic results. Professional devices are also often customized to the specific needs of the patient, such as adjusting the wavelength, intensity, or duration based on their skin type or condition.
At-home devices, while effective, are generally designed to be gentler and are not as strong, which is why they may not provide the same immediate, noticeable effects as in-clinic treatments. However, they are great for maintaining and enhancing the results from your professional treatments.
2. Professional Treatments are More Targeted
Clinics have trained professionals who can target specific areas of concern, such as acne, aging, or hyperpigmentation, and use the right combination of LED light wavelengths, intensity, and other treatments (like serums or micro-needling) for optimal results. They can also adjust the treatment in real-time based on how your skin is reacting.
At-home devices are more general-purpose and may not offer the same level of customisation. While they can be helpful for daily or weekly maintenance, they cannot match the level of precision and effectiveness that a professional treatment offers.
3. Enhanced Results with Consistent Use
In-clinic LED treatments are typically spaced out, with intervals between sessions to allow the skin to respond and regenerate. An at-home device is ideal for maintaining the gains made in the clinic between visits. By using your at-home device as a complement to in-office treatments, you can keep your skin stimulated and supported while waiting for your next professional session.
Regular use of an at-home device can help enhance results, making your skin healthier, more radiant, and better prepared for the next professional treatment. For example, after a professional acne treatment, at-home LED devices can help keep P. acnes levels down and prevent future breakouts.
4. Convenience and Maintenance
One of the main reasons people choose at-home LED devices is their convenience. Professional treatments usually require appointments and can be more costly and time-consuming. At-home devices allow for consistent care in the comfort of your home, ensuring that your skin benefits from light therapy more regularly.
This consistent maintenance can help prolong the effects of professional treatments, as regular, low-intensity light exposure supports the skin’s repair and rejuvenation process over time.
5. Safer, More Controlled at-Home Use
At-home devices are designed to be safe for regular use without the supervision of a professional. They generally use lower intensities to avoid over-exposure and reduce risk of side effects. This makes them a safe option for maintaining the benefits of clinical treatments without overdoing it or causing harm.
In contrast, in-office devices are calibrated for higher power and need to be handled by a trained professional to avoid any unwanted effects, like burns or overstimulation of the skin.
6. Synergy Between Professional and At-Home Devices
In essence, the combination of in-office treatments and at-home LED therapy offers the best of both worlds: the deep, targeted impact of clinical LED treatments, along with the convenience and ongoing support of at-home use. This synergy ensures that your skin remains in top condition and that the benefits of professional treatments are maintained and amplified.
At-home LED devices are a great complement to professional treatments, but they aren’t meant to replace them. In-clinic treatments provide stronger, more precise, and targeted care, while at-home devices allow you to maintain and enhance these results between sessions. By using both in-office and at-home LED therapy, you can achieve faster recovery, longer-lasting results, and a more consistent skincare routine.
The Nurture ME La Pelle Device consists of
Light Actim Face shaped silicone mask flexible for all areas of usage.
Controller
USB LINE
Head Straps
Carry Bag
SUPPORTNG STUDIES (Medical Journals)
Berch, M.B., McHugh, M.A. and McManus, D., 2021. Low-level laser therapy for the treatment of nipple pain in breastfeeding women: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Human Lactation, [online] Available at: https://doi.org/10.1177/0890334421995319 [Accessed 21 December 2024].
Ghazavi, M.T., Mahdavi, M. and Mozaffari, K., 2020. Effect of low-level laser therapy on wound healing in cesarean section scars: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 13(6), pp.33-38. Available at: https://doi.org/10.4317/jcad.2020.0262 [Accessed 21 December 2024].
Hamblin, M. R., & Demidova, T. N. (2015). Photodynamic therapy: A new concept in the treatment of cancer and other diseases. Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 12(2), 65-73. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pdpdt.2015.03.004
Harrison, M., Di Pietro, L. and Wilson, S., 2021. Low-level laser therapy for the treatment of scars in postpartum women: A randomized controlled trial. Lasers in Medical Science, 36(5), pp.1375–1383. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10103-021-03053-w [Accessed 21 December 2024].
Karu, T. (2015). Mitochondrial signaling in response to photobiomodulation: The role of cytochrome c oxidase. Photomedicine and Laser Surgery, 33(6), 191–199. https://doi.org/10.1089/pho.2015.3931
Zhao, X., Wang, L., & Li, X. (2019). The role of light-based therapies in the treatment of acne vulgaris: A review of the literature. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 18(6), 1419–1425. https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.13055
CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS & PRE CAUTIONS
Contraindications: DO NOT use the LED mask system for any other conditions other than ones listed in our guide and on website unless told otherwise from your Dermal Clinician or Health Professional.
Avoid light usage if suffer from photosensitive conditions i.e Albinism or epilepsy
Make sure to remove makeup or any skin care lotions or anything topically applied to avoid active ingredients from blocking wavelengths interaction with skin as well as photosensitivity
Avoid using light untill if suffer from any medical conditions without clearence from your doctor such as if taking any medication that may cause photosensitvity or unsure if may conflict with at home treatment. If cleared, always check with a qualified professional if or when you change medications.
Common medications that are contrainidicated but not subject to:
St Jons wart
Certain deordarants
Antibacterial soaps
Melatonin
Certain antibiotics (For anyone taking for acne we encourage to seek medical advice / clearance for blue light usage)
Retinoids (remove skincare that contains vit A prior to usuage and speak with health professional prior to using blue light wavelengths. Seeking health professional can provide ease and comfort as well as clearance to safely use the device)
Avoid if you suffer from light induced headaches
Avoid if taking chemotherapy medications unless cleared by medical health professional
Avoid or seek dermal clinician for availability to purchase wavelength blocking goggles or glasses if suffer from sensitive eyes. Genetic eye disorders seek medical advice and clearance prior to using
Avoid using in first trimester of pregnancy and always seek a medical professional such as your GP or specialist to approve of using device during your term.
Warnings:
Never use the device near water or let the device come into contact with water
DOT NOT use device if you believe the device has come into contact with water
DO NOT leave device on hot surfaces
DO NOT attempt to modify the device in anyway, warranty cannot be provided and will be voided. If modification occurs you place risk of adversaries to occur.
DO NOT use if controller, control or plug are damaged in any way.
General Safety:
The Nurture Me LED Device system is an electrical device which under certain circumstances could present an electrical shock hazard to the user. Please read the accompanying user manual throughly and follow directions stated in manual to assure maximum sole during operation.
PRECAUTIONS:
The device contains mixture of polyester nylon on strap material. If allergic to any materials please note you may not be able to use them.
The device cannot be used when in charging mode.
Before each use with device switched off, clean the mask. Go to section on cleaning instructions for further guide.
Please only use what's advised in cleaning instructions, anything else used may damage the device.
Store your device away in dry place and room temperature. Avoid leaving it in direct sunlight.
Only use blue light when advised by Dermal Clinician. It is not deemed suitable for Fitz 4 and up. This is due to increased risk of hyperpigmentation in these skin types.
Potential side effects and adversaries:
Skin may experience mild erythema (redness) 1-2 hrs post using the device. This is generally normal and will subside.
Headaches may occur after using the device. If this occurs we encourage to re-hydrate.
Reported Benefit:
It was reported from manufacturer that people after undergoing approximatly 12 sessions reported seeing improvements in their skin in regards to rhytids (fine lines), texture and pigmentation concerns.
FIRST TIME SET UP:
Connect USB connection to USB port of power supply
Ensure the power supply is connected to a suitably grounded outlet
The power button should light up green to indicate power is being supplied
Sensitisation patch test:
Before carrying out your first treatment you must carry out a sensitization test.
Follow the step by step guide below:
Place the device over inner arm
switch the controller on and allow the light to run for its full 10min treatment programmed time
If skin at any point feels irritated or uncomfortable stop use and reach out to your Dermal Clinician for further advice.
After first time patch test wait 6 hrs. If skin in area appears red and or itchy the device is then unsuitable for you to use. You can then with photo proof or review consult return the device to La Pelle Skin & Health ptyld. within 30 days of purchase.
USING THE DEVICE:
Treatment recommendations:
For best results use device 3-5 days a week for minimum of 4 weeks
Maintain treatment by using regularly (at least once a week) and as advised by Dermal Clinician or Heath Professional
Wearing the device:
use adjustable strap to wear the device comfortably
To fit the mask, thread straps through the inlet holes on either side of the mask
Loop the straps around your head and secure firmly
Adjust if necessary
Performing a treatment:
Cleanse the skin with our purity gel cleanser to remove makeup, skin care, spf or residue from day
Apply the mask
Place device on desired area or area of concern and switch device on with controller
The device will switch off after treatment time
You may stop the treatment at any time by pressing the ON/OFF button
After use, apply La Pelle Barrier Protect serum and Barrier Balm. If day time please apply sunscreen also.
Clean device using water based wipe or cloth. Alcohol swap wipes (70%) are encouraged.
Store away in provided carry bag when not in use
Disposal:
For protection of environment please do not dispose any part of the device into domestic waste. Please package and return the device to La Pelle Skin & Health ptyld. for them to send back to the manufacturer.
Troubleshooting:
Problem | Possible Cause | Action |
No red or infra red light showing | Not charged | Plug in the controller to the charger making sure the connecters are attached on the controller |
No red or infrared light showing | Device connected to outlet | Unplug micro USB connector from controller |
LEDs do NOT turn OFF after 10 minutes | Device is faulty | Return to supplier |
LEDS flicker during treatment | Device is faulty | Return to supplier |
If problems continue with device please contact us. DO NOT try and attempt to investigate or fix in any way.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
WEIGHT | 300g (controller and mask) |
LEDS: RED | 625nm +-/-10nm |
LEDS:RED | 660nm +-/-10nm |
NIR | 850nm +-/ 17.5nm |
LEDS: BLUE | 460nm +- / 17.5nm |
LEDS: AMBER | 605nm +-/ -10mm |
Total device dimensions: mask controller | 340mm max (w) x 205mm max (h) |
Controller | 28mm max (dio) x 113mm (1 |
Program time | 10,15,20,30 minutes fixed |
Operating temperature | 0-40 degrees celsius |
Storage and transport temperature | 5-55 degrees celsius |
Operating humidity | 30% to 95% without condensation |
Storage and Transport humidity | 20% to 85% without condensation |
Electrical input from power adapter | 100-240Vac/47-63Hz.0.6A |
Electrical output | 5V |
Warranty
Under normal use of using the device the warranty will last 1 year. The battery has warranty for one year.
Authorised distributor reserves the right to repair a defective product
Authorised distributor reserves the right to replace a defective proactive with the most compatible product currently available.
Warranty does not cover below:
Accident, misuse, abuse or alteration
Servicing by unauthorised persons
connection to incorrect power sources
Use with unauthorised accessories
Consultation with Dermal Clinician / Healthcare Providers
For pregnant individuals: While at-home light therapy devices are generally considered low-risk, it’s important to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new treatments during pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester. Your doctor can provide personalized guidance based on your specific health, stage of pregnancy, and any existing conditions. This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace medical advice. Always prioritize the advice of your healthcare provider and seek medical clearance when in doubt.
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