RedLightMed

Red light therapy: facts and myths

There’s a lot said about red light therapy. We’ve collected the most common myths — and what’s actually true.

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Topic 01

Safety

The most common questions are about skin and eyes.

Where red light sits on the spectrum

UVnot included
Visible light
Red630–660 nm
Near-infrared810–850 nm
Infrared heat
Red light therapy: red + near-infrared
MYTH

Will red light therapy give me a tan?

No. A tan is your skin defending itself against UV radiation. The light used in red light therapy doesn’t trigger that response.

MYTH

Does it damage my skin the way the sun does?

No. It contains no UV — the part of sunlight that damages skin. Red light may even support your skin’s natural collagen production.

FACT

Can it hurt my eyes?

Yes, if it shines straight into them. That’s the current consensus, so protect your eyes: close them or wear goggles. There’s a pair in every RedLightMed box.

MYTH

It’s radiation — can it cause cancer?

No. Red and near-infrared light is non-ionising: unlike UV or X-rays, it doesn’t carry enough energy to damage DNA.

Topic 02

How it works

What actually happens when you switch the panel on?

How deep the light reaches

SURFACE LAYERS DEEPER LAYERS Red 630–660 nm Near-infrared 810–850 nm
MYTH

Can’t any red lamp do the same job?

No. A red bulb is just coloured light. Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths: roughly 630–660 nm in the red range and 810–850 nm in the near-infrared.

MYTH

Does it matter which device I buy?

Yes, a lot. Devices differ widely in wavelengths, real output and coverage. Compare the light intensity measured at a stated distance, not the number of LEDs.

MYTH

Is it basically a sauna — does it work through heat?

No. An infrared sauna heats your body up. In red light therapy your cells absorb the light itself; all you feel on your skin is mild warmth at most.

MYTH

Are red and near-infrared light the same thing?

No. Red light mainly reaches the upper layers of the skin, while near-infrared — barely visible to the eye — travels deeper. That’s why a good panel combines both.

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Which panel suits you?

Everything above is what we designed our own panels around.

Smart Small

Smart Small

For targeted use — face, décolleté, smaller areas.

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Smart Medium

Smart Medium

More coverage — face and upper body in one session.

€1.109,00incl. VAT
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Experts and partners

The people we work with.

Doctors, experts and familiar faces who use RedLightMed panels in their own routines.

Mádai Vivien

Mádai Vivien

editor-in-chief · ELLE Hungary

“What I love about RedLightMed is that it fits easily into everyday life, while every single time I feel that I am genuinely doing something for myself. I love those few minutes that belong only to me and to recovery. For me it means recharging, conscious time for myself, and a routine that feels good to return to again and again.”

@vivienmadai
Szabó Doris

Szabó Doris

Beauty Educator & Creative Self-Expression Mentor

“This autumn came knocking with some hard times, so I could really put it to the test: can this innovative device be my partner when things get tough, too? Reporting back: yes.”

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@szaboodoris_
Trokán Anna

Trokán Anna

actress

“I love my lamp very much, especially in autumn and winter, when I use it the most, since my workouts are more regular then and it can also make up for the lack of sunlight. Not to mention its effect on my skin.”

@trokan_anna
Dr. Ujhelyi Nelli

Dr. Ujhelyi Nelli

longevity and food-culture researcher

“Red light therapy became an important part of my routine mainly as support for recovery between workouts: with regular use I find that I recover faster and cope more easily with busier training periods. I also see a visible change in my skin – it looks fresher, more even and firmer. For me, longevity isn’t about a single ‘miracle method’ but about well-chosen habits practised consistently – and red light therapy has become one of mine.”

@drujhelyinelli
Yogasecrets by Anna

Yogasecrets by Anna

yoga instructor

“Red light therapy has become a natural part of my everyday life. ❤️ Sometimes I simply sit down in front of the red light, close my eyes and meditate. I don’t do anything – I just stop for a moment and let the light, the silence and turning inward recharge me. Sometimes I use it alongside my workouts to support my body’s recovery, and sometimes I switch it on in the evening before bed, when all I want is to close the day and unwind. For me, red light isn’t just a ‘device’ – it’s a little me-time, too. A moment when I can reconnect with my body, slow down and recharge.”

@yogasecretsbyanna
Topic 03

Results

What to realistically expect — and what not to.

Light works on a sweet-spot curve

Too little Just right Too much LIGHT DOSE → ↑ EFFECT
MYTH

Will I see results after one session?

Not in the way you’d hope. Red light therapy is about consistency: think in weeks, as part of your daily routine — just like exercise.

MYTH

Does it melt fat?

No. Red light therapy isn’t a weight-loss method. It can fit well into an active, balanced lifestyle, but it doesn’t replace exercise or mindful eating.

MYTH

Is it a medical treatment that cures illnesses?

No. At-home red light therapy is a wellness routine, not a medical treatment, and it doesn’t replace your doctor. If you have a health concern, ask your doctor first.

Topic 04

Using it

A few simple rules to get the most out of it.

Distance changes the intensity

8 cm 25 cm 50 cm LIGHT INTENSITY
FACT

Does the distance matter?

Yes. The closer you are, the stronger the light — from further away you may need a longer session. The recommended distance is 8–50 cm; the user guide helps with the exact setup.

MYTH

Does it work through clothes?

Not as well. Fabric absorbs and scatters a large part of the light. It works best on clean, bare skin.

FACT

Can I use it in the evening?

Yes. The light that interferes most with evening melatonin is blue — red sits at the opposite end of the spectrum. That’s why many people make it part of their evening routine.Source: Red vs blue LED light and melatonin in healthy adults

MYTH

Can anyone use it, anytime?

No. It isn’t recommended for children under 12, while breastfeeding, with epilepsy, with known tumours or metastases, or if you’re sensitive to light. During pregnancy, only after talking to your doctor.

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Why RedLightMed?

Now you know what to look for. Here’s what you get with our panels.

196–198mW/cm²

High irradiance

Measured at 10 cm, so you know exactly what the panel delivers.

6wavelengths

Red + near-infrared

610, 630, 660, 810, 830 and 850 nm in one panel.

CERoHS

Certified quality

Certified devices, quality-checked in Hungary.

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Premium design

Clean lines, touch panel and voice control, adjustable brightness and timer.

2–3years

Warranty

Smart Small 2 years, Smart Medium 3 years — with service from our Hungarian team.

30days

Easy returns

Changed your mind? Send it back within 30 days of delivery.

Smart Small

Smart Small

For targeted use — face, décolleté, smaller areas.

€699,00incl. VAT
View →
Smart Medium

Smart Medium

More coverage — face and upper body in one session.

€1.109,00incl. VAT
View →
  • 30-day returns
  • 2–3 year warranty
  • Quality-checked in Hungary

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Sources
  1. Endre Mester’s 1967 discovery — history of photobiomodulation
  2. NASA Spinoff — NASA research illuminates medical uses of light
  3. Huang et al. — Biphasic dose response in low level light therapy
  4. Red vs blue LED light and melatonin in healthy adults