The LED light therapy craze has official become the norm.
Robocop-style masks are just what we expect to see from our favourite beauty creators skincare routines, and when we read the list of benefits those red lights can bring, it's hard not to be tempted. So when I was invited to try a light therapy facial that involved not one, but four different colours to target different issues, I was very excited to try it.
The Lumi-Facial is created by Neelus Salon in Dublin 1 and consists of of four programmed treatments for acne, pigmentation and sun damage, anti-aging and rosacea or redness. I was most interested in reducing the redness in my skin and had heard LED light therapy is amazing for balancing skin tone.
This is a treatment for all skin types and is excellent for tired, sluggish and dull skin. It's also effective for skin polluted with environmental toxins, sun damage and incorrect diet. Neelu explained that it also detoxifies, stimulates cell regeneration, increases circulation and hydration, restoring a natural healthy glow.
Neelu White, the beauty therapist behind the Neelu salon in Liffey Street is a bit of legend in the beauty world. I had heard of her 30 years' experience in Dublin, which included running her own brow bar in Arnotts and a salon in Dun Laoghaire.
Neelu is a passionate advocate of non-intervention skin care and has invested tens of thousands of euros on machines that restore the collagen and firmness of the skin as a preference to surgery or fillers.
When I speak to her, she tells me of her journey in the beauty industry in Dublin and the wonderful long standing relationships she has with some of her clients.
Indeed in the middle of my treatment, Neelu excuses herself to step outside and answer her mobile phone to a frantic client who’s just received a last minute event invite and needs her skin to glow like never before.
Where was she off to? The Oscars - my strained eavesdropping ears ascertained!
Neelu, discreet and professional, returned to my treatment room to pick up where she’d left off without mention of the mystery Oscars guest, and of course being the demure and discreet client that I am I didn’t ask a thing.
The facialist has a holistic approach to skincare and beauty, as she believes skincare starts on the inside with organic food and should incorporate simple but effective routines alongside non-invasive treatments.
Before we got down to the light therapy, Neelu began with a diagnostic deep exfoliation, which involves the removal of dead skin cells and debris from the skin's surface. This process can aid in identifying underlying skin issues, such as acne, sun damage, or uneven texture. It allows for a more accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment planning, she explained.
Next, was the light therapy itself, and Neelu positioned a large oval-shaped machine over my face.
The first light was the blue light and it is the shortest wave. It reaches down into the skin's pores improving acne prone skin. Next up is green, a longer wave reaching down to normalise the glands that regulate the colouring of the skin. This light can decrease dark pigmentation spots, creating an even tone on the surface, and it also reduces redness.
We get deeper into the skin with the yellow light which extends down through the epidermis layer, and this light is known for detoxifying the skin by stimulating blood circulation, thereby increasing the healing and health of the skin.
The final and longest wave which seemed to last about 15 minutes is the red light triggering repair throughout all layers of the skin. It is known to have a positive effect on the production of collagen and elastin, greatly improving hydration, firmness, and elasticity of the skin.
Next was an oxygen facial, which is an effective skincare treatment designed to rejuvenate the skin. Neelu uses a machine to deliver a stream of pure oxygen infused with vitamins and minerals to the face. This pressurized oxygen helps to hydrate the skin, improve blood circulation, and promote collagen production, resulting in a more youthful and radiant complexion.
Completely non-invasive and painless, it leftt my skin feeling refreshed and glowing. The entire treatment took approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
So, what are the results?
I can honestly say it’s the best facial I’ve had in terms of immediate results. All my fines lines seemed to be immediately plumped out, the redness in my cheeks and T-zone vanished, and the resulting glow was instantly noticeable.
Obviously, regular treatment is key to sustain and improve these effects, but as there is no downtime with this type of facial, I think it’s an ideal option for before a big event.
I was invited to try this facial by Neelus Salon for the purpose of review. The Lumi Facial (face neck and cleavage) is available for €300 at Neelus Salon in Dublin 1.
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