Red vs. blue LED light: what each color is used for
Red light is used in routines for a smoother, more even-looking complexion. Blue light is used in routines for breakout-prone skin. Sessions are painless, need no recovery and work best as part of a regular routine.
LED stands for light-emitting diode. In skincare, LED devices shine specific colors of light onto the skin. Each color is a different wavelength, and different wavelengths are used for different goals.
Red light
Red LED light sits around 630 to 660 nanometers. It travels deeper into the skin than blue light and is used in routines aimed at a smoother, more even-looking complexion and a calmer look after treatments.
Blue light
Blue LED light sits around 415 nanometers and works closer to the surface. It is used in routines for breakout-prone skin, often alongside a deep-cleansing facial.
What a session feels like
You lie back, protective eyewear goes on, and the light panel or handheld device is positioned near your skin. There is no heat to speak of and nothing touches the skin uncomfortably. Many clients find it the most relaxing part of their facial.
Where LED fits at Nouveau
- Cryo Facial + LED: controlled cooling, then red and blue light. Our most booked face treatment.
- Cryo Face & Neck Lift: LED finishes the session along the jaw and neck.
- Clarifying facial: blue light after a deep cleanse.
How often?
LED is a long-game tool. It works best as part of a regular routine rather than a one-time fix. Many clients include it in a monthly facial.
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